UNOPS stands for United Nations Office for Project Services which delivers projects and services to improve the lives of people in need. The UNOPS Afghanistan Country Office (AFCO) serves as an organizational mechanism to deliver a range of projects for which UNOPS has been designated as the implementation agency for various sectors, including humanitarian, infrastructure, and development. The aim is to enhance the lives of individuals in Afghanistan, with a focus on efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The mission of UNOPS AFCO is to exceed stakeholder expectations and improve the lives of those in need in Afghanistan.
What are the advantages that come with being employed at UNOPS:
- Improving the lives of people in need through project delivery.
- Having opportunities for professional growth and experience in various fields.
Job Details: Job title: Finance Specialist Unit: AR, AFCO, Afghanistan Job Place: Afghanistan, Kabul Deadline: Wednesday, 6 March 2024
Education & Qualifications Requirements:
- Advanced university degree preferably in in Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, or relevant field;
- A bachelor’s degree with 2 additional years of relevant experience would be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University degree.
- Certified Public Accountant or equivalent professional qualification is an asset.
Work Experiences:
- At least 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience in the financial management and accounting with responsibility for project accounting and preparation of financial statements in a computerized environment;
- Within these 5 years, at least 3 years’ experience with international organizations or UN in successfully managing infrastructure projects, in providing financial management advisory services and/or managing staff and operational systems;
- Good knowledge of UN financial regulations and rules; with special emphasis on application of IPSAS to financial reporting;
- Working knowledge of any reputable Enterprise Resource Planning Financial application is an asset;
- Solid computer skills, including proficiency in google suite.
Languages:
- Full knowledge of the working language is essential (English).
- Knowledge of another official UNOPS language is an asset.
Key Responsibilities Career:
- Implementation of project financial management
- Budget planning and management
- Project cash and treasury management
- Project financial reporting
- Team Management
- Knowledge building and knowledge sharing
- Implementation of project financial management
Deadline:
Wednesday, 6 March 2024