IP Senior Admin Financial Compliance Associate, Islamabad, Pakistan

## IP Senior Admin Financial Compliance Associate, Islamabad, Pakistan - Organization:IOM - International Organization for Migration Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move. IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal and internal-equivalent candidates are considered as first-tier candidates. Organizational Context and Scope TO COPY-PASTE FROM POSTING DESCRIPTION - Support the systems and processes review for implementing partners (IP) , budget review, financial review, risk mitigation procedures and other IP procedures. - Evaluate IP Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), IP Capacity Assessment, and IP Performance Scorecard and other tools, and propose measures to enhance tools and procedures, and streamline processes with the objective of improving IP financial and fiduciary accountability. - Support the development of benchmark costs for IP staff and office costs as to be used as reference for IP budget reviews. - Support initiatives and recommendations to strengthen the IP unit and to build staff capacity, including providing training and guidance to other staff members. - Suggest and recommend tools, generate data analytics, and propose service standard level of IP sub-unit, and collaborate to enhance IOM Pakistan Portal modules relevant to IP engagements. - Provide support in mentoring IPs with respect to systems and processes in order to strengthen accountability and transparency. - Support in conducting IP Capacity Assessment (CA) and prepare report stating the IP risk level and identify areas for improvement. IPFinancial/ProcurementProceduresandReview - Review IP budget proposals, ensuring reasonableness of budget line items and unit costs, reflecting prevailing market rates and determining justifiable level of effort to the projects. - Support in preparing Work Program for IP financial review and determine extent of substantive testing procedures based on results of IP CA. - Ensure that IPs conduct all procurement transactions in accordance with IOM procurement rules and regulations as well as with the mission's procurement permanent instructions. - Mentor and monitor the procurement process of IPs on given threshold by observing IP tender procedures, verification of suppliers and conducting the required spot check. - Conduct quality control check of all IP-related files and Request for Payments. - Conduct assurance procedures for transactions that have a material impact on the financial reports. - Attend housekeeping matters in terms of open engagements and provide periodic updates on open items in the IOM accounting system. - Maintain asound filing system of all IP-related files from beginning to closure of engagement. - Provide ad hoc translation of documents from Urdu to English. - Perform such other duties as may be assigned. Required Qualifications and Experience - University degree in Accounting, Business Administration or a related field from an accredited academic institution, with four years of relevant professional experience; orCompleted High school degree from an accredited academic institution, with six years of relevant professional experience;Professional certification as Chartered Accountant or certified public accountant is an advantage. - Completed High school degree from an accredited academic institution, with six years of relevant professional experience; - Professional certification as Chartered Accountant or certified public accountant is an advantage. Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database. - Experience in finance and accounting; and, - Experience in project finance reporting and knowledge in conducting audit or IP review. - Knowledge of UN accounting systems and procedures and ERP systems is adistinct advantage. - Proven ability to prepare clear andconcise reports and to analyze and interpret source information and data. - High level of computer literacy is required. - Excellent knowledge of Excel, and good knowledge of other MS Office products All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish). For this position, TO COPY-PASTE FROM POSTING DESCRIPTION Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments. Required Competencies IOM's competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process. Values- all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values: - Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion. - Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct. - Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges. - Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance. - Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated. Core Competencies- behavioural indicators Level 2 - Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results. - Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes. - Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate. - Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization's priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work. - Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way. Managerial Competencies- behavioural indicators Level 2, if with direct reports - Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization's vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential. - Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential. - Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty. - Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization's goals and communicates a clear strategic direction. - Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings. Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to fun