IV. Competencies:

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and 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 3

• 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. 

Note: Appointment is subject to funding availability.

V. Education and Experience:

• Completion of secondary education is required with professional/university level courses in Accounting and Finance/Business administration considered as an asset.

• A minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience or 2 years for candidates holding bachelor’s degree.
• Demonstrated knowledge of accounting and procurement cycle.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills with Microsoft Office products: Excel and Word.
• Professional certification as Chartered Accountant or Certified Public Accountant is an advantage.

SKILLS:

• Effectively applies knowledge of relevant financial discipline
• Follows internal control procedures to prevent fraud and mismanagement
• Ensures application of institutional financial policies and guidelines
• Advocates incorporation of financial considerations into processes and procedures
• Masters subject matter related to responsibilities
• Identifies issues, opportunities, and risks central to responsibilities
• Incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation
• Persistent, calm, and polite in the face of challenges and stress
• Treats all colleagues with respect and dignity
• Works effectively with people from different cultures by adapting to relevant cultural contexts
• Knowledgeable about and promotes IOM core mandate and migration solutions. 

VI. Languages:

 Fluency in English Dari and Pashto (oral and written)