VN 2017/63 (P) - Resource Management Officer (NCCI) (P3) - Niamey, Niger

Position Title Resource Management Officer (NCCI)

Duty Station :Niamey, Niger Classification Professional Staff, Grade P3

Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension Estimated Start Date :As soon as possible

Closing Date : 20 March 2017

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates are considered as first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries:

Antigua and Barbuda, Benin, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Congo, Cabo

Verde, Djibouti, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Gambia,

Guyana, Iceland, Cambodia, Comoros, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Libya,

Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mongolia, Mauritania, Maldives, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Slovenia, Suriname, El Salvador, Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Trinidad and Tobago, United Republic of Tanzania, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Venezuela

(Bolivarian Republic of), Vanuatu, Samoa

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM), guidance of the Mission Resource Management Officer (RMO), and direct supervision of the Programme Manager of the Niger Community Cohesion Initiative (NCCI), the successful candidate will be accountable and responsible for coordinating the budgetary, financial, human resources and administrative functions of the NCCI Programme. NCCI is a community-based, small grants initiative implemented in close coordination with the donor, with communities in priority areas, and with all levels of Government.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Monitor and oversee the financial management for all activities implemented under NCCI, including the confirmation of funds availability for purchases under the Programme in accordance with IOM’s procurement policies and procedures and ensuring that NCCI purchases and sub-grants are recorded in Processes and Resources Integrated Systems Management (PRISM) as commitments in a timely manner.

2. Coordinate the preparation of donor financial reports in accordance with IOM’s established policies and procedures; it will include pipeline updates and PRISM/NCCI database Page 1 / 4reconciliations, monthly and quarterly reports in line with the donor requirements. 3. In coordination with the Mission’s finance unit, forecast cash flows according to activities of the NCCI; ensure funding is received in accordance with donor agreement. 4. Exercise budget control and analyze variances between budget and actual expenditures on a monthly basis and take action to resolve discrepancies/inconsistencies, alerting the Programme Manager and CoM regarding unusual trends. Work with project coordinators in the preparation/modification of budgets when applicable.

5. On a monthly basis, coordinate with the grants unit the reconciliation exercise of all grants expenditure between the OTI database and PRISM; track possible discrepancies and undertake the required corrections on PRISM to facilitate the reconciliation of the expenditures. 6. Inspect payroll, office and grant expenditures versus budgets, ensuring that salaries and all other expenses are correctly allocated to the Programme budget lines consistent with IOM's projectization criteria and having regard to NCCI restrictions.

7. Provide NCCI inputs into the development of permanent instructions and procedures to complement or to adapt the general instructions of IOM, taking into consideration the minimum requirements of IOM’s policies and procedures as well as the volume of activities, staffing and the constraints and specific needs of the Mission, namely in the areas of general administration, finance and human resources.

8. Assist in managing the human resources function and implement decisions on recruitment, retention, promotion, and separation of local staff in accordance with HR regulations, rules, policies and procedures and help to resolve difficult or sensitive cases. 9. Supervise and train the programme staff on IOM's administrative/financial policies and procedures.

10. Assist the Programme Manager in undertaking NCCI staff evaluations and make available for them learning opportunities based on their needs, encouraging them to pursue these opportunities.

11. Closely collaborate with RMO colleague(s) to ensure a seamless coverage of the resources management function, both for the general office functions as well as for the NCCI. 12. Monitor staff and office expenditures related to the Programme.

13. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or • University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience. • Professional certification as chartered accountant (CA) or certified public accountant (CPA), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), or Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) will be a distinct advantage.

Experience

• Experience in finance, accounting, budgeting and business administration; • Good knowledge of human resources management;

Page 2 / 4• Experience in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities as well as with international institutions; knowledge of IPSAS and SAP highly desirable;

• Previous working experience in Niger, or in a resource management capacity in an IOM office operating in an emergency environment, and knowledge of IOM accounting systems, software and procedures a distinct advantage.

Languages

Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of French is an advantage.

Desirable Competencies:

Behavioral

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms; • Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders;

• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others;

• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience; • Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services; • Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;

• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others;

• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;

• Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter;

• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation;

• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; • Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

Other:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 20 March 2017 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

For further information, please refer to:

http://www.iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-apply.html In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly Page 3 / 4completed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.

Posting period:

From 07.03.2017 to 20.03.2017

Requisition: VN 2017/63 (P) - Resource Management Officer (NCCI) (P3) - Niamey, Niger (54997697) Released

Posting: Posting NC54997765 (54997765) Released

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