Team Assistant

Contract

This is a G-4 contract. This kind of contract is known as General Service and related categories. It is normally only for nationals. It usually requires 4 years of experience, depending on education. More about G-4 contracts.

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

To provide policy guidance and support across SEA Region on financial / accounting matters, Imprest Accounts management, DFC clearance, income/award, budgetary management, etc. Ensure effective controls exist and are operational regarding Imprest Account operations; and that monthly closure of Imprest Accounts is carried out in accordance with the standard operating procedures and eManual provisions.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Under the direct supervision of the Executive Associate and overall guidance of the Finance Officer (FO), the incumbent will:

• Process invoices involving GST/VAT received for payment.
• Regularly reconcile GST/VAT GLs, verify information received from WCO-India with corresponding GST/VAT GL for the purpose of filing GST/VAT Returns.
• Download GST invoices from Airlines portal, compile the information and reconcile with the statement received from WHO Travel Agent for the purpose of filing GST Returns.
• Compile information for timely filing of periodic GST/VAT Returns.
• Review and clear DFC Receipts received for BFU's clearance.
• Pass Journal Vouchers for WCOs replenishment and clearance of clearing GLs. Assist in clearance of invoices-on-hold.
• Assist SHI Team in processing/filing of claims as per the need.
• Assist Finance unit in movement of documents, bulk photocopying and scanning in extenuating situations.
• Maintain chronological log of incoming invoices (IPOs and non-IPOs), invoices processed and regularly update the same to answer any query.
• Draft comments/correspondence related to the incumbent's area of work.
• Work as back-up for other Executive Assistants in BFU during their absence.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor(s).

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: Secondary school education with specialization in budgeting and accounting. Desirable: Diploma/certificate of specialization in accounting and IT an advantage. Training in computer application including excel.

Experience

Essential: At least three years' experience in accounting/administrative work. Desirable: Experience in UN or a similar international organization.

Skills

A good understanding of WHO procedures and ability to interpret WHO Manual provisions related to Imprest, DFCs, standard operating procedures issued by ROs and HQ, etc.; Understanding of WHO ERP system (GSM) and accounting principles in general, an advantage; Skills to operate computer with ease; Excellent knowledge of MS Excel spreadsheets and its application for conversion of data into user friendly reports.

WHO Competencies

- Teamwork - Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences - Communication - Producing results - Moving forward in a changing environment

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English.

REMUNERATION

WHO offers staff in the General Services category an attractive remuneration package, which for the above position includes an annual net base salary starting at INR 650,860 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level

• Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

• A written test may be used as a form of screening.

• In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.

• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.

• Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.

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• WHO is committed to workforce diversity.

• WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.

• WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.

• WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

• This post is subject to local recruitment and will be filled by persons recruited in the local commuting area of the duty station.