International Organization for Migration (IOM) Resource Management Officer Job Vacancy

International
Organization for Migration (IOM) – Established in 1951, IOM is a Related
Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field
of migration, 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.

We
are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job
Title: Resource Management Officer
Location: Maiduguri, Nigeria
Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P2
Type of Appointment: Special short-term graded, Six months with possibility of
extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Context

The
North Eastern part of Nigeria has witnessed an increase in violence since
the beginning of 2015, causing a major humanitarian crisis. More than two
million individuals have been displaced as a consequence of the
intensified attacks by the insurgents, as well as the counter-insurgency
activities of the Nigerian Government, with the highest number of
displacements taking place in Borno, Yobe, Gombe and Adamawa States.
In
order to support the Government of Nigeria strengthen the humanitarian
response in the North east, the Humanitarian community is working towards
expanding its scope of intervention beyond Maiduguri into priority
satellite sites in newly accessible areas. This however brings to light
the need for increased accommodation and office space to meet the growing
numbers of staff in Maiduguri. IOM and participating partners are
improving the access and service delivery to beneficiaries in the
conflict-affected areas through the establishment of humanitarian hubs in
Maiduguri and other strategic locations.
Under
the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and the direct
supervision of the Resource Management Officer (RMO) in Abuja, the
successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for monitoring of
the budgetary, financial, human resources and administrative functions of
the Maiduguri sub-office. S/he will also contribute to providing
recommendations aiming at increasing effectiveness and efficiency of
resource management in the Maiduguri sub-office.

Core
Functions / Responsibilities

Monitor
financial management, particularly in the Maiduguri sub-office, including
the oversight of financial expenditures and accountability. Undertake
financial analysis of all activities in the assigned sub-offices.
Coordinate
with senior management the preparation of donor financial reports in
accordance with IOM regulations and established procedures.
Make
recommendations on procedural improvements and assist in training local
staff in the relevant areas of administration and finance.
Assist
in the supervision of the Mission’s administrative functions, and other
related activities, in accordance with the Organization’s policies and
procedures.
Monitor
the implementation of procurement, logistics, facilities maintenance,
guest house administration, asset administration, and transport support
within established internal control mechanisms.
Liaise
with other internal functional units of the Mission, and support the
supervisor in liaising with banks, donors and government counterparts and
other stakeholders as required in the performance of the accounting
function.
Liaise
with relevant units at IOM Abuja with regard to the financial and
administrative activities of the Mission.
Evaluate,
monitor and update the database of vendor/contractor accreditation and
evaluation status to ensure a pool of reliable vendors and contractors.
Establish
and monitor a tracking system of commodities, supplies, and equipment and
project assets in the mission.
Assist
in forecasting cash flows according to activities in the Mission and
ensure daily control of funds disbursed; verify that funding is received
in accordance with donor agreements.
Participate
in the preparation and draft portions of the annual budget for the
Mission, and assist in the preparation of budgets for new programmes.
Inspect
payroll versus budgets, ensuring that salaries are correctly allocated to
projects consistent with IOM’s projectization criteria.
Perform
such other duties as may be assigned.

Required
Qualifications and Experience
Education:

Master’s
Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field
from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant
professional experience; or University Degree in the above fields with
four 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 financial management, accounting and budgeting;
Experience
in the field of resources management, IOM project financial planning and
budget revision management;
Knowledge
of IOM’s regulations, policies and procedures preferred;
Knowledge
of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) and SAP highly
desirable;
Audit
experience highly regarded;
Knowledge
of IOM accounting systems, software and procedures a distinct advantage.
Good
knowledge of human resources management;
Familiarity
with financial oversight and public administration;
Experience
in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities as well as with
international institutions;

Languages:

Fluency
in English is required. Working knowledge of any local language is an
advantage.

Desirable
Competencies
Behavioral:

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

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