IOM Internationale Organisation für Migration Hiring for VN 2022 152 Finance Officer (P2) Doha, Qatar Job at Doha Full Time

Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and direct supervision of the Resources

Management Officer in Doha, Qatar, the successful candidate will be responsible and

accountable for coordinating the financial and/or budgetary functions of the Country office (CO).

Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Assist in monitoring the financial management for all activities in the CO including the

oversight of financial expenditure and accountability; undertake preliminary financial analysis of

projects in the CO, monitor budget control processes, and follow up on the implementation of

effective internal control, design and functioning of the financial resources management system,

making recommendations as required.

2. Provide support to project managers throughout the project cycle to enable compliance with

IOM’s policies and procedures and any donor specific requirements.

3. Ensure that accounting data are properly entered in PRISM, in accordance with IOM financial

rules and practices, maintain accurate records of PRISM entries including hard copies of all

vouchers and supporting documentation.

4. Assist in reviewing monthly accounting closure and returns to Panama for accuracy, ensure

that these are submitted on timely manner and completed according to IOM Accounting Policies

and Procedures.

5. Assist in preparation of annual budget for the CO and budgets for all new programs.

6. Inspect payroll versus budgets, ensuring that salaries are correctly allocated to projects

consistent with IOM’s projectization criteria.

7. Coordinate the preparation of project financial reports in accordance with IOM and donor

regulations and established procedures.

8. Liaise with relevant units at HQs, Administrative Centres and Regional office with regard to

the accounting and financial activities if the CO; provide inputs for reports on the financial

situation of the CO and provide other information as required.

9. Assist in forecasting cash flows according to the activities in the CO and ensuring daily

control of funds disbursed; verify that funding is received in accordance with donor agreements.

10. Make recommendations on procedural improvements and assist in training staff in the areas

of accounting and finance; and compliance to financial procedures. Facilitate and support

knowledge building and sharing in finance/accounting and budget.

11. Assist in facilitating financial audit of projects in accordance with the donor agreements.

12. Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited

academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or

• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.
• Professional certification as chartered accountant (CA) or certified public accountant (CPA),

Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), or Association of Chartered Certified

Accountants (ACCA) will be a distinct advantage.

Experience

• Experience in finance, accounting, budgeting, and business administration; and,
• Previous working experience in emergency missions.

Skills

• Knowledge of IPSAS and PRISM;
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports, supervise staff and coordinate administrative

activities;

• High level of computer literacy, in particular experience in MS Excel and computerized

accounting systems and software;

• Knowledge of IOM accounting systems, software and procedures;
• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the

Organization;

• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming;
• Knowledge of financial rules and regulations; and,
• Knowledge of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS).

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

For all applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Arabic,

Dari, Farsi, Pashto is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process,

which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes

1 Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database

(https://whed.net/home.php).

Required Competencies:
Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural

differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

• Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner

consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

• Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed

manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve

shared goals and optimize results.

• Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely

manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

• Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and

innovate.

• Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes

responsibility for own action and delegated work.

• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains

complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

• Leadership: provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the

ability to carry out the organization’s vision; assists others to realize and develop their potential.

• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling

environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and

communicates a clear strategic direction.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.p

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Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

Other:
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding

confirmation.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations.

Recommended candidates endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board will remain

eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in

the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are

nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment,

accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. Subject to certain

exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or

after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No

late applications will be accepted.

How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment

system, by 15 June 2022 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment

system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment

Posting period:
From 02.06.2022 to 15.06.2022

No Fees:
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview,

processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank

accounts.