International Organization for Migration recruiting Resources Management Officer

Resources Management Officer International Organization for Migration - Abuja

Under the direct supervision of the Resources Management Officer in Abuja, Nigeria, and the

overall supervision by the Chief of Mission (COM), the successful candidate will be responsible

and accountable for coordinating the financial and/or budgetary functions of the Mission.

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

oversight of financial expenditure and accountability; undertake financial analysis of projects in

the Mission, monitor budget control, follow up implementation of effective internal control, design

and functioning of the financial resources management system.

2. Provide support to project managers throughout the project cycle to ensure 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 mission 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 mission; provide inputs for reports on the financial

situation of the mission and provide other information as required.

9. Assist in forecasting cash flows according to the activities in the Mission 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;
• 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;
• Previous working experience in emergency missions.

Languages

Fluency in English is required.

Desirable Competencies:
Behavioral

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;
• Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders;
• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others;
• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;
• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services;
• Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external

stakeholders;

• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of

self and others;

• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of

responsibility;

• Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter;
• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs,

perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation;

• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
• Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs

of IOM.

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.

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.

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

system, by 11 June 2018 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

For further information, please refer to:
http://www.iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-apply.html

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly

completed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on

your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.

Posting period:
From 29.05.2018 to 11.06.2018
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