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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.\nIOM 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.\nIOM 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\nApplications 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.\nOrganizational Context and Scope\nIOM’s Regional Office for the East and Horn of Africa supports and monitors the following countries: Burundi, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda. Through a team of specialists, the Regional Office supports the development, implementation, monitoring, reporting and evaluation of projects and initiatives undertaken by country offices and regional programmes.\n Assist in managing financial resources by monitoring and controlling assets, reserves, funds, supplies, etc. in accordance with IOM rules and regulations;\n\nAssist in preparing annual budget submission and revisions including estimating staff cost as well as rental and utilities, office equipment and supplies, printing, and other contracts, services or running expenses, to include in the budget.\n\nExtract and input data from various sources in financial or accounting systems.\n\nAssist providing guidance in accounting, budget and financial related issues.\n\nAssist in the preparation of the payroll by executing validity checks on monthly payroll results.\n\nReviews all types of payments starting from purchases to payment requests verifying that they are duly authorized, and all the supporting documents are attached therewith.\n\nCreate new Vendor Accounts in PRISM.\n\nVerify vendor claims for accuracy and conformance with IOM finance policies and instructions.\n\nPerform claim verifications against documentation to ensure that purchases/services are properly authorized and that the goods have been received or services rendered.\n\nAssist in the preparation of budget, accounting, financial, statistical reports and other reports as required.\n\nProvide assistance to all staff services such as travel, expense claims, document retrieval, etc.\n\nEnsure proper and systematic completion of all posted payments and other accounting documents according to the established standards.\n\nResponsible for the Petty Cash of the office; and,\n\n14 Perform other related duties as required.\n Required Qualifications and Experience\nEducation\nHigh School diploma with five years of relevant experience; or,\n\nBachelor’s degree in business administration, Accounting, Finances, or related fields with three years of relevant professional experience.\n\nAccredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.\nExperience\nProficient in Microsoft Office applications e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, E-mail, Outlook; previous experience in SAP is a distinct advantage.\n\nAttention to detail, ability to organize paperwork in a methodical way.\n\nDiscreet, details and clients-oriented, patient and willingness to learn new things; and,\n\nPrior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.\n\nSkills\nKnowledge of MS Office products and good computer literacy skills are required.\n\nLanguages\nAll IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).\nFor this position, TO COPY-PASTE FROM POSTING DESCRIPTION\nProficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.\nRequired Competencies\nIOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.\nValues - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:\nInclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.\nIntegrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.\nProfessionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.\nCourage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.\nEmpathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.\nCore Competencies - behavioural indicators Level 1\nTeamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.\nDelivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.\nManaging and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.\nAccountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.\nCommunication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.\nManagerial Competencies - behavioural indicators Level 2, if with direct reports\nLeadership: 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.\nEmpowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.\nBuilding Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.\nStrategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.\nHumility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings. \nNotes\nPlease refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category.\nAny offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.\nThis selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.\nAppointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.\nIOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.\nIOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.\nIOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.\nNo late applications will be accepted. 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