Finance Assistant

Context/Reporting line:
Under the overall supervision of the Senior Resources Management Officer (SRMO), the administrative
supervision of the Head of Sub Office (HoSO), and the direct supervision of the Resource Management
Officer, the Finance Assistant will perform the following duties:
Core Functions / Responsibilities
1. Assist in accurate financial tracking and record keeping of the daily project’s financial activities.
2. Assist in maintaining financial reporting system for the ongoing projects so that project grant
commitments and grant expenditures are tracked according to IOM standards.
3. Assist in processing grant administration (agreements, amendments, and payments), track payments
released to IOM implementing partners; certify and process all grant payment vouchers according to
IOM procedures.
4. Maintain files and records for financial procedures and correspondences with program officers.
5. Liaise and work with program officers and program assistants to enhance project performance regarding
administrative and financial matters.
6. Assist in following up on advances and settlements for payments issued while maintaining timely
records and up to date entries.
7. Assist in reconciliation for funds vs. expenditures for proper fund closure and overall financial
tracking/reporting.
8. Assist in reviewing final financial reports and correspondences with implementing partners’ finance
departments to ensure that all necessary documentation is provide in accordance with IOM financial
reporting guidelines.
9. Develops / follows internal control procedures to prevent fraud and mismanagement.
10. Perform other such related duties as may be assigned.

Education:
 Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance and/or Accounting from an accredited academic
university or institute.
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from qualified female
candidates are especially encouraged, as well as the internal and external candidates are eligible to
apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, the internal candidates are considered as
first-tier candidates.
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Experience and Skills:
 At least 2 years of relevant professional experience.
 Effectively applies knowledge of relevant financial discipline.
 Ensures application of institutional financial policies and guidelines.
 Flexibility, motivation, and commitment with the job as well as to work in team
 Computer skills in Word, Excel, and Access.
 UN or INGO experience is desirable.
Languages:
 Fluency in English and Arabic is required.
 Any other language is an asset.
Behavioral Competencies
 Work prioritization and ability to multitask.
 Shares knowledge and experience.
 Positive, constructive attitude.
 Ability to work and act under pressure with discretion in politically sensitive environment with a
minimum of comfort.
 Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view.
 Ready to work independently, under tight deadlines.
 Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
 Ability to work in a multi-cultural team environment with a positive attitude.
 Highest standards of integrity, discretion, and loyalty.
 Strives for supportive working environment and positive working relationship.
 Creates a respectful office environment free of harassment, retaliation, and promotes the prevention of
sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA).

While this vacancy is open to both Internals and Externals, priority shall be given to qualified Internal
applicants.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via this link:
https://jobs.my-soc.org/apply/20220213152022/TkMjoAPnX3Zli74WO2HJDvax9
In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed. Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.