Re-advertisement: Finance Officer NO2, Fixed Term, Napyitaw Myanmar, Myanmar Nationals Only

Contract

This is a NO-2 contract. This kind of contract is known as National Professional Officers. It is normally only for nationals. It's a staff contract. More about NO-2 contracts.

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone. And we never give up.

For every child, a good start and hope.

How can you make a difference?

Under the direct supervision of the Finance Specialist (NO3), the Finance Officer will support the Office by administering and executing a variety of professional and technical skills in financial management, accounting and auditing, including quality assurance of Micro Assessments, Financial Spot Checks, Audit reports and actions taken by implementing partners on audit and spot check recommendations, applying theoretical skills and thorough knowledge of organizational goals, objectives, rules, regulations, policies and procedures to complete the tasks.

As a supervisor, the Finance Officer will be responsible for planning and guiding work in progress and for reviewing work completed by subordinate staff to verify accuracy and compliance with International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS), UNICEF Financial Regulations and Rules, policies, procedures, guidelines and standards of accountability and ethics.

Key functions and accountabilities of the positions (detailed job description attached):- 103322 Finance Officer NO2 NPT JD.pdf

1. Support to financial planning and management
2. Control of accounts and Financial Assurance activities
3. Treasury and cash management
4. Knowledge and capacity building

To qualify as a champion for every child you will have…

• A first level university degree in accounting, auditing, financial management or another related financial field is required. Supplemental formal financial / accounting training may be accepted if university degree is not in a related financial field. Diploma qualification in CIPFA with certification in accounting/auditing is acceptable in lieu of relevant university degree, or its equivalent.
• A minimum of 2 years professional experience in financial management and auditing is required
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or ACCA with audit experience in Government Departments/NGOs/INGOs is required
• Experience in an international organization and/or large corporation is preferred.
• Experience in a UN system agency or organization some of which served in a developing country is considered as an asset.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel is required
• Experience in database packages, web based management systems and ERP systems (preferably SAP financial modules) is considered as an asset
• Experience with IPSAS and/or IFRS is considered as an asset
• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language or local language of the duty station is considered as an asset

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA). Core Competencies of this position are:-

• Nurtures, Leads and Manages People (1)
• Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (2)
• Works Collaboratively with others (2)
• Builds and Maintains Partnerships (2)
• Innovates and Embraces Change (2)
• Thinks and Acts Strategically (2)
• Drives to achieve impactful results (2)
• Manages ambiguity and complexity (2)

The technical competencies required for this post are:

• Analyzing (at level I)
• Applying technical expertise (at level II)
• Planning and Organizing (at level II)
• Following Instructions and Procedures (at level II)

View our competency framework for more information at:

htp://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/UNICEF_Competencies.pdf

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

UNICEF is a workplace that welcomes diversity and equal opportunities. If you require any reasonable accommodation for your test, please let us know two days ahead of the test.

Remarks:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.