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| Administrative & Finance Associate - NPSA6 (Herat) | |||
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| Country | Afghanistan | Province | Herat, |
| Categories | Admin-Clerical, Finance, | Type | Full Time |
| Post Date | 2023-04-12 | Close Date | 2023-04-24 |
| Vacancy No | 9835 | Gender | male female |
| No Of Jobs | 1 | Contract Duration | |
| Education | High School or Bachelor | Experience | 6 years with High School Diploma or 3 years with Bachelor |
| Organization | Opportunities for you | Salary | |
About Company
About UNDP: UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. UNDP is the leading United Nations organization fighting to end the injustice of poverty, inequality, and climate change. Working with our broad network of experts and partners in 170 countries, we help nations to build integrated, lasting solutions for people and planet. UNDP has been working in Afghanistan for more than 50 years on climate change and resilience, gender, governance, health, livelihoods, and rule of law. Under the broader framework of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and in close coordination with other UN agencies, UNDP is supporting Afghan people’s aspiration for peace, prosperity, and sustainability. UNDP is currently implementing its flagship crisis response programme, ABADEI (Area Based Approach to Development Emergency Initiatives), as part of the ongoing UN-led response to prevent a humanitarian catastrophe and the breakdown of Afghanistan’s economy following the August 2021 shift in power. The ABADEI Strategy is a tailored area-based integrated programming approach to support basic human needs, complementing short-term humanitarian life-saving assistance with the safeguarding of livelihoods and the strengthening of community resilience. It is centered around addressing worsening poverty and vulnerability, supporting community resilience and social cohesion, addressing climatic vulnerability and enabling the rehabilitation of small-scale infrastructure vital for basic human needs. It supports the creation of immediate sources of income through vocational skills training, cash-for-work, cash for market, small businesses and livelihood opportunities with particular focus on agri-business and regenerative agriculture infrastructure and services (critical for food security) that are under threat. It is sensitive to the chronic and newly emerging vulnerabilities of Afghan women and girls and aims at providing them assistance in a manner that does not exacerbate their susceptibility to violence and deprivation of opportunities and rights.
Job Description
Support in implementation of operational and financial management strategies, focusing on the following results:
- Support Area Managers and in close collaboration with the Operations Associate in the Project Field Office ensure proper planning, adherence to internal control systems and safeguarding of measures for efficient and effective use of financial and other resources of the ABADEI programme.
- Ensure full compliance with UN/UNDP rules, regulations, and policies of financial activities, financial recording/reporting systems.
- Support in the preparation of budgets, periodic expenditure reporting, donor reporting and other financial reportings.
- Properly manage bank and cash operations.
- Maintain complete sets of books of accounts and financial records on a daily basis following standard accounting principles.
- Support in the analysis and monitoring of finances, the presentation of forecasts for the ABADEI programme, the monitoring of financial exception reports for unusual activities and transactions.
- Ensure financial transactions are authorized, recorded, and filed with their required supporting documentation.
- Provide coordination support during the audit and spot check processes in accordance with UN/UNDP rules, regulations, policies and procedures, including in pre-audit preparations and ensure the follow ups on the implementation of audit findings.
Ensure effective administrative support, focusing on the following results
- Provide administrative support for smooth implementation of ABADEI programme.
- Assist in preparing annual and quarterly work plan and periodic reporting.
- Assist in coordinating personnel travel, consultants and partners which relates to the implementation of the ABADEI work plan.
- Ensure availability, efficient deployment and regular maintenance of programme equipment, including, computers, and other equipment for operational purposes.
- Prepare various contractual documents related to procurement of goods and services ensuring adequate protection of the interest of the programme and follow-up on the status of the contract.
- Provide support in administering recruitment and procurement of goods and services in accordance with UNDP rules and procedures.
- Perform other administrative duties related to the ABADEI programme as assigned by the Area Manager.
Ensures knowledge building and knowledge sharing, focusing on the following results
- Ensure facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing and provide guidance to all stakeholders on financial and administrative matters
- Support the organization/conduct of training on financial management and administrative procedures.
- Document lessons learned and best practices in finance and administration.
Institutional Arrangement
Under the overall guidance and direction of the ABADEI Programme Manager and the direct supervision of the Area Manager, the Administrative and Finance Associate will be responsible for providing administrative, coordination and financial management support.
Competencies
Core Competency
Achieve Results:LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadlineThink Innovatively:LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements Learn Continuously:LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedbackAdapt with Agility:LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confidentEngage and Partner:LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationshipsEnable Diversity and Inclusion:LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination
Job Requirement
Min. Education requirements:
- High School Diploma or a Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or Public Administration.
Min. years of relevant work experience:
- Minimum of six (6) years with High School Diploma, or three (3) years with Bachelor’s degree, of relevant experience with financial transactions processing and monitoring financial management and spot-check of financial transactions, work in various aspects of administration, including general administration and procurement.
Required skills:
- Knowledge and experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (Microsoft Office package, etc.).
- Working knowledge with spreadsheet and databases..
- Knowledge and familiarity with the region services is a requirement
Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the competencies section:
- Experience with United Nations and/or multilateral and bi-lateral aid organizations.
- Prior UNDP experience and familiarity with its policies and procedures, particularly in the applicable job area, is an added advantage.
- Experience with documents and records management.
- Ability to work independently, taking initiative, proactive, reliable and impartial.
Required Language(s):
- Proficiency in English.
- Proficiency in Dari and/or Pashto is required.
Professional Certificates:
- Internationally recognized accounting certification will be an advantage
- Procurement certification would be an asset.
Disclaimer
Important information for US Permanent Residents ('Green Card' holders)
Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.
UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.
Applicant information about UNDP rosters
Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements
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Submission Guideline
We invite all interested and qualified candidates to apply through our online application system. To apply, please follow the link provided below and complete the online application form.
When using the online application system, please ensure that all required fields are completed accurately and in full. You will also be required to upload your updated P11/CV, a cover letter, and any other relevant documents in PDF format.
Please note that incomplete applications or those submitted through other means will not be considered. The online application system is the only accepted method for submitting applications for this position.
We encourage all eligible candidates to apply and wish you the best of luck in the recruitment process.
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