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Are you looking for Finance jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Finance Associate job at International Organization for Migration

Kampala, Uganda

Full Time

Deadline: 

5 Feb 2025

About the Organisation

The International Organization for Migration is a United Nations agency that provides services and advice concerning migration to governments and migrants, including internally displaced persons, refugees, and migrant workers.

Established in 1951, the International Organization for Migration (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.  IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment.

Job Title

Finance Associate job at International Organization for Migration

International Organization for Migration

Job Description

Job Title:  VN_UG_002_2025 Finance Associate (G5) (UN Jobs)

Organisation: International Organization for Migration (IOM)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda


Under the Overall Supervision of the National Finance Officer and direct supervision of the Senior Finance Associate; and, in collaboration with relevant units at Headquarters and the Administrative Centers, the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for managing the resources management functions in IOM Uganda

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

  • Assist in managing financial resources by monitoring and controlling assets, reserves, funds, supplies, etc. in accordance with IOM rules and regulations;

  • Assist 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;

  • Extract and input data from various sources in financial or accounting systems;

  • Assist providing guidance in accounting, budget and financial related issues;

  • Assist in the preparation of the payroll by executing validity checks on monthly payroll results.

  • Reviews all types of payments starting from purchases to payment requests verifying that they are duly authorized, and all the supporting documents are attached therewith;

  • Create new Vendor Accounts in PRISM;

  • Verify vendor claims for accuracy and conformance with IOM finance policies and instructions.

  • Perform claim verifications against documentation to ensure that purchases/services are properly authorized and that the goods have been received or services rendered;

  • Assist in the preparation of budget, accounting, financial, statistical reports and other reports as required;

  • Provide assistance to all staff services such as travel, expense claims, document retrieval, etc.;

  • Ensure proper and systematic completion of all posted payments and other accounting documents according to the established standards;

  • Responsible for the Petty Cash of the office; and,

  • Perform other related duties as required.

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Qualifications, Education and Competencies

  • Completed Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finances, or related fields with three years from an accredited university of relevant professional experience Or

  • High School diploma with five years of relevant experience;

  • Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.


Experience

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, E-mail, Outlook; previous experience in SAP is a distinct advantage;

  • Attention to detail, ability to organize paperwork in a methodical way;

  • Discreet, details and clients-oriented, patient and willingness to learn new things; and,

  • Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage


Skills

  • Knowledge of SAP or Oracle ERP is key

  • Strong computer skills – Word, Excel, and Internet

  • Excellent planning, organizational and time management skills;

  • Attention to details;

  • Proven ability to communicate cross-culturally;


Languages

  • For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

  • Fluent in Kiswahili

  • IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.

  • 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 three 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 1)

  • 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.


Required Skills

  • Attention to detail, ability to organize paperwork in a methodical way

  • Discreet, details and clients-oriented, patient and willingness to learn new things

  • Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, E-mail, Outlook; previous experience in SAP is a distinct advantage

How to Apply

All candidates who wish to join the International Organization for Migration (IOM) should apply online at the Apply Button below.


Deadline: 5th February 2025


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