Finance Specialist, Yangon, Myanmar

## Finance Specialist, Yangon, Myanmar - Organization:UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services - Office:UNOPS Yangon, Myanmar Position Title:Finance Specialist Vacancy Type:Internal candidates only Duty Station(s):Yangon Seniority Level:Mid Level Contract Type:ICA - LICA - Specialist - Regular Contract Level:LICA 10 Posting Start Date:14-Sep-2026 Posting End Date:20-Sep-2026 Duration:Ongoing, subject to satisfactory performance, organizational requirements, and budget availability Drive financial integrity, transparency, and compliance, overseeing operations and strengthening financial management across projects and teams. The Asia Pacific Regional Office, based in Bangkok, Thailand, provides strategic leadership and oversight for UNOPS operations across 17 countries, ensuring high performance, operational excellence, and alignment with organizational goals. Operations currently span Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Nepal, Papua New Guinea, Pakistan, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam, and the Pacific Islands. Across these countries, we work closely with key stakeholders to strengthen partnerships and maximize impact through five main operating units: Afghanistan (AFCO), Myanmar (MMCO), South Asia Multi-Country Office (SAMCO), East Asia and Pacific Multi-Country Office (EAPMCO), and the Asia Regional Health Cluster (ARHC). Through these entities, we provide agile, client-focused service delivery across diverse sectors - including infrastructure, health, procurement, and project management - supporting the implementation of sustainable development solutions across the region. About the Country/Multi-Country Office The Asia Regional Health Cluster (ARHC) was established in 2018 to efficiently deliver grants and manage funds, and to provide quality pharmaceuticals and medical equipment. The ARHC aims to significantly impact the targets of the UN Sustainable Development Goal on good health and well-being by expanding the population benefiting from UNOPS-managed health-related engagements across the Asia Region. The ARHC portfolio manages the Principal Recipient (PR) Programme of the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria in Asia, currently with grants in Cambodia, Lao, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam. UNOPS, as a PR, is responsible for delivering the targets set out in the grant agreements in collaboration with selected sub-recipients from the National Programmes, local and international and local non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and United Nations agencies. About the Project Office The Asia Regional Health Cluster (ARHC) is a dedicated UNOPS unit focused on delivering health programmes and procurement across the Asia Pacific region. Headquartered in Bangkok, Thailand, ARHC operates through a network of personnel in UNOPS country offices, leveraging local support services. ARHC's mission is to improve health outcomes and contribute to SDG 3 by providing tailored solutions and advisory services. Its expertise encompasses programme and fund management, pharmaceuticals and health sector procurement, and technical expertise in the health sector. Since 2011, ARHC has managed over US$1.68 billion in Global Fund grants for HIV, TB, and malaria programmes in the Greater Mekong Subregion, supporting national programmes, NGOs, and multilateral organizations. ARHC also extends its capabilities and services to UNOPS multi-country and country offices in the region, promoting regional collaboration and impact in the health sector. Serving as the Global Fund Principal Recipient (PR) since 2011, UNOPS manages grants for Myanmar's HIV, TB, and Malaria programs through its Asia Regional Health Cluster (ARHC) with full transparency and accountability. UNOPS has also been selected as the PR for the upcoming 2027-2029 HIV, TB, and RAI5E grants. Under the overall supervision of the Programme Director and the direct supervision of the Head Of Programme Management Office, this position will support one or more grants and is an integral part of the Programme Support Unit. This position is open for UNOPS Internal Candidates and Myanmar Nationals Only. The Finance Specialist plans, manages and oversees project and office financial operations, ensuring integrity, transparency and compliance with UNOPS Financial Rules and Regulations (FRRs), IPSAS standards, and donor/ partner requirements. The role provides guidance on budgeting, cash management, cost recovery, financial reporting, and internal controls, while strengthening the financial management capacity of project and field teams. Functions / Key Results Expected - Budget Planning and Management - Lead budget formulation, monitoring and revisions in line with UNOPS FRRs and project agreements, ensuring allocations support strategic objectives and operational efficiency.Ensure sound financial planning and control, including preparation of detailed budget variance analyses and expenditure forecasts.Implement internal control frameworks that ensure accurate processing of payment requests, timely receipt of goods/ services, and complete financial documentation in the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.Review and authorize budget revisions, ensuring they are supported by proper documentation and management approval.Advise management on cost-efficiency measures, resource optimization, and corrective actions to address budgetary gaps and risks.Drive continuous improvement in budget management tools, templates and reporting mechanisms.Implementation of Project Financial ManagementOversee the full cycle of project financial management, ensuring accurate accounting, effective control, and timely recording of contributions and expenditures.Lead the financial process mapping and development of internal standard operating procedures (SOPs), ensuring consistency and compliance across all project transactions.Advise project management on financial strategy, resource allocation, and risk mitigation, ensuring effective use of funds and alignment with project objectives.Conduct financial forecasting and scenario analysis, providing data-driven recommendations to meet project needs.Identify, assess and mitigate financial and operational risks, proposing corrective actions where necessary.Monitor financial exception reports for unusual transactions, investigate anomalies, and report findings to management.Ensure full compliance of project financial activities with UNOPS policies, audit standards, and IPSAS.Support audits and ensure the timely implementation of audit recommendations.Cash Management and TreasuryOversee cash management operations to ensure liquidity and accuracy in fund allocation.Review daily, weekly and monthly cash positions to maintain sufficient balances for disbursements and manage the zero-balance and imprest accounts.Prepare cash flow forecasts for operational and project needs and ensure alignment with budget projections.Initiate and approve bank transfers and foreign exchange transactions in the ERP system in compliance with authorization levels.Monitor operational advances, recoveries and petty cash accounts, ensuring timely reconciliation and closure.Conduct periodic treasury analyses and forecasting of income and expenditure trends to inform financial planning and risk management.Commitments and PaymentsEnsure accuracy, validity and compliance of financial transactions, commitments and payments against budget allocations and contractual terms.Review and approve payment requests, verifying the completeness of supporting documentation and proper use of account codes.Ensure that transactions are properly recorded, reconciled and reported in the ERP system.Maintain control of accounts receivable and payable, ensuring timely recording and follow-up with clients, partners and donors.Support the establishment and implementation of an effective expenditure control framework, ensuring that vouchers are matched, verified, and cleared in a