Background:
UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.
UN Women, committed to equality as outlined in the United Nations Charter, aims to eliminate discrimination against women and girls, empower women, and achieve gender equality.ย
Reporting to the Sudan Country Representative and under the supervision of the Operations Manager, the Project Finance Consultant reviews partners' documents and advises on expenditure eligibility for processing liquidations.
The Consultant collaborates with the Programme and Operations Team to ensure timely liquidations and partner advance disbursements, thoroughly reviewing transactions and supporting documents for eligibility.
I. Key Functions and Accountabilities:
Perform all duties in strict adherence to UN Women financial regulations, rules, policies, and standard operating procedures, including internal controls. Review and verify financial transactions, activities, and documentation of partners; escalate issues to management as necessary and report any irregularities. Monitor financial exception reports for unusual activities or transactions, investigate anomalies, and report findings to the country representative with recommendations for actions or decisions. Draft comprehensive reports on the financial status, procedures, costs, and expenditures of partners. Conduct thorough spot checks of partners' financial transactions and provide detailed reports on findings and recommendations. Follow-up on spot check findings and recommendations to ensure the implementation of corrective actions. Undertake risk-based capacity assessments of programme partners for UN Women and develop capacity building plans based on the assessments. Provide on-the-job training to partners' staff on financial management. Perform other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.In carrying out these duties, it is crucial to thoroughly understand and apply the core principles and guidelines set by UN Women. Adhering to these standards ensures transparency, accountability, and consistency in financial operations across all engagements. This includes a rigorous review process where every financial transaction, activity, and document is meticulously examined. If any discrepancies or signs of non-compliance arise, they must be promptly reported to the management. This proactive approach helps mitigate potential risks and uphold the integrity of the financial system.
Preparing detailed reports on partners' financial status and practices provides critical insights into their operational efficiencies and areas needing improvement. These reports should encompass thorough analyses of procedures, cost structures, and expenditure patterns, offering a clear picture of financial health and compliance levels.
Ensuring that spot check findings are not merely documented but also acted upon is vital. This follow-through guarantees that identified issues are addressed, and corrective measures are implemented effectively. Regular spot checks serve as a preventative measure, reinforcing good financial practices and deterring potential misconduct.
Conducting capacity assessments involves evaluating the financial capabilities and risk profiles of programme partners. Based on these evaluations, tailored capacity-building plans can be formulated to enhance partners' financial management skills, thereby strengthening the partnership and ensuring smoother, more effective collaboration.
On-the-job training sessions for partners' staff play a pivotal role in this capacity-building effort. Providing practical training ensures that partners' teams are well-equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage financial tasks proficiently and in alignment with UN Women's standards.
II: Competencies :
Core Values:
Integrity; Professionalism; Respect for Diversity.Core Competencies:
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Functional Competencies:
Strong knowledge of financial rules and regulations and accounting principles.ย ย Strong knowledge and application skills of IT tools and understanding of management systems.ย ย ย Strong knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages.ย Ability to provide input to business processes re-engineering, implementation of new systems.ย Ability to administer and execute financial and accounting processes and transactions.ยIII. Recruitment Qualifications:
Education and Certification:ย
masterโs degree or bachelorโs degree with an additional 3 years of experience in finance or accounting Specialized national or international certification in accounting and finance is an asset.ย Successful completion of UN Women Accounting and Finance Test is required as part of the selection process.ยExperience:ย
At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in finance controller and accounting, At least 3-year experience in auditing, spot check or financial verification is requiredย Experience with the United Nations system is desirable.ย Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems is required.ย Experience in the use of a modern web-based ERP System, preferably Oracle Cloud, is desirable.ยLanguages:
Fluency in English and Arabic is required.ยStatements :
In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.
Diversity and inclusion:
At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates,ย and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age,ย ability, national origin,ย or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.
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Note: Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form, including the sections on education and employment history, are completed. If all sections are not completed the application may be disqualified from the recruitment and selection process.
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