UN Jobs – Finance and Budget Assistant – United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA)

Job Title:  Finance and Budget Assistant (UN Jobs)

Organisation: United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA)

Duty Station: Entebbe, Uganda

Job Opening Number: 244877

About the Company:

The United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) was established by Security Council resolution 2100 of 25 April 2013. Under the terms of the resolution, the mission would support the political process and carry out a number of security-related stabilization tasks, with a focus on major population centres and lines of communication, protecting civilians, human rights monitoring, the creation of conditions for the provision of humanitarian assistance and the return of displaced persons, the extension of State authority and the preparation of free, inclusive and peaceful elections.

Job Summary:   The position will support residual liquidation activities for the United Nations Liquidation Entity (MINUSMA) based in the Regional Service Centre at Entebbe (RSCE). The Finance and Budget Assistant at this level usually reports to the Chief of Unit/Section or to a Finance & Budget Officer or Finance, and Budget Assistant at a senior level. S/he provides accurate and timely support to the development of budget proposals and administration of approved budget and monitoring of funds.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:   Within delegated authority, the Finance and Budget Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:

Strategic Resourcing and Stewardship

• Prepares supporting documents (narrative and supporting tables) with respect to finalization of cost estimates and budget proposals;
• Assists the supervisor/s in the elaboration of resource requirements for budget submissions.
• Assists in monitoring extra-budgetary resources, including review of agreements and cost plans, ensuring compliance with regulations and rules and established policies and procedures.
• Assists in preparation of budget performance submissions and finalization of budget performance reports, analyzing variances between approved budgets and actual expenditures.
• Assists and processes the mission’s redeployment of fund requests in accordance with the established procedures.
• Supports the monitoring of budget implementation/expenditures with approved budget in ensuring they remain within authorized levels.
• Assists with the review of current budget period commitments to ensure their validity to cany forward and cancel outstanding commitments not valid.

Performance Monitoring

• Assists in performing analysis, preparation and delive1y of strategic support and business intelligence to operational counterparts on financial resourcing and stewardship, and organizational performance of the mission, in line with mission priorities and as directed by the supervisor.
• Assists with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making.
• Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Job – Specific Qualification

• Technical or vocational certificate in accounting, finance, budget, business administration, public administration or related fields is required.

Work Experience

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in International Organizations or in the private sector in accounting, budgeting and financial management or related area is required.
• 1 year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.
• Languages: English and French are the working languages of the UN secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Knowledge of UN Financial Rules and Regulations. Knowledge of, and ability to apply financial rules, regulations and procedures in the UN environment. Knowledge, skills and ability to extract, interpret, analyse and format data across the full range of finance and budget functions, including programme development and database management, claims and treasury operations. Ability to identify and resolve data discrepancies and operational problems – Shows pride in work and in achievements; Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations; Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.
• Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
• Planning and organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently.

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested candidates who wish to join the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali in the aforementioned capacity are encouraged to apply online at the link below.

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Deadline: 15^th October 2024

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