UN World Food Programme Finance Associate Jobs in Uganda
UN World Food Programme Finance Associate Jobs in Uganda
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United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian agency, fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.
In emergencies, WFP gets food to where it is needed, saving the lives of victims of war, civil conflict and natural disasters. After an emergency, WFP uses food to help communities rebuild their lives. On average, WFP reaches more than 80 million people with food assistance in 80 countries each year.
The organization has the global footprint, deep field presence and local knowledge and relationships necessary to provide access to food and contribute to lasting solutions, especially in many of the world’s most remote and fragile areas.
Brief description of WFP in Uganda
WFP delivers food assistance in emergencies and work with communities to improve nutrition and build resilience. WFP provides life-saving food assistance and livelihood opportunities to refugees in Uganda. In addition, WFP assists the most vulnerable people in Uganda with food and nutrition assistance.
Finally, WFP works with smallholder farmers and links them to markets. As Uganda strives to achieve Zero Hunger by 2030 and become a middle-income country by 2040, WFP is also assessing its relevance and repositioning its role in Uganda.
Are You Up to the Challenge?
We are seeking a qualified individual for the position of Finance Associate to be based in Arua Selected candidates will be employed on a Service Contract.
Organizational Context
These jobs are found in Country Offices (COs), Regional Bureaux (RBs), and Headquarters (HQ), and report to the Head of Unit, Chief, or Finance Officer.
At this level job holders are expected to demonstrate responsibility and initiative to respond independently to queries with only general guidance. There is a requirement to use judgment in dealing with unforeseen problems on a daily basis. Job holders are expected to manage resources and coach and coordinate a team of support staff, or specific support service(s).
Job Purpose
The Finance Associate SC6 will provide the much-needed support to Arua Area Office programmes and operations and supply chain to achieve programme excellence, business continuity, operational efficiency, and effectiveness.
Key Accountabilities
Assist staff in the areas of finance and budget with procedural and technical support to guarantee compliance with WFP financial policies, rules, and regulations.
Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of budgets, expenditures, and budget forecasts to ensure that future financial needs are fulfilled.
Work with other teams to ensure that all financial and administrative services are provided efficiently and in accordance with the team's needs.
Assist in the setup and execution of adequate accounting methods, systems, and cash controls, as well as support the application of financial policies and procedures.
Manage the area office's financial transactions in compliance with the standard operating procedures.
Assist in the formulation and monitoring of budgets, as well as the delivery of accurate and comprehensive financial reports on monthly expenditures.
Ensure that all expenditures are within budgeted quarterly forecasts, and
that any variances are reported and approved as needed.
Maintain the web-based invoice tracking system and ensure that all payments and advances to staff, as well as bills to suppliers and cooperating partners, are processed in a timely and WFP-compliant manner.
As part of the monthly minimum closure requirements, perform bank reconciliation and monthly financial reporting.
Monitor account balances and process financial transactions in an accurate and timely manner, to avoid the occurrence of an overdraft.
Allocate tasks to other support staff, provide guidance and on-the-job training in the management of financial resources (e.g., managing the petty cash/sub-imprest account, reviewing and analyzing vendor payables and receivables etc.), to ensure services are delivered consistently and to the required standards.
Perform other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Standard Minimum Qualifications
• A university degree in any of the following areas: Accounting, finance, Economics or social sciences from a recognized institution
• A postgraduate certificate in accounting packages (CFA/ACCA) would be an added advantage.
4Ps Core Organisational Capabilities
Purpose
Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Builds an understanding of WFP’s Strategic Objectives.
Be a force for positive change: Approaches individual tasks and responsibilities with a positive attitude and demeanor.
Make the mission inspiring to our team: Understands the impact of WFP activities in beneficiary communities.
Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Connects individual tasks and responsibilities to unit’s goals and mission.
People
Look for ways to strengthen people's skills: Seeks opportunities to build and enhance individual skills.
Create an inclusive culture: Demonstrates respect and understanding for diversity and cultural differences.
Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Identifies and approaches colleagues or supervisors to serve as coaches.
Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit: Sets clear goals and measurable targets for own tasks and responsibilities.
Performance
Encourage innovation & creative solutions: Assesses own tasks and responsibilities to find ways to be more efficient.
Focus on getting results: Maintains accurate records of completion times and tasks in own areas of responsibility.
Make commitments and make good on commitments: Understands responsibilities and the metrics associated with own tasks.
Be Decisive: Notifies supervisors of dangerous situations or potential issues that may arise while in the field or office.
Partnership
Connect and share across WFP units: Understands WFP’s organizational structure, including the purpose and mission of each unit.
Build strong external partnerships: Supports team in working with colleagues and WFP’s partners in the field toward common goals.
Be politically agile & adaptable: Maintains a professional and courteous relationship with other WFP employees and partners in the field.
Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Understands own team’s contributions in its partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
Desired Experiences for Entry Into the Role
Five years of experience in managing administrative and financial resources and preparation of accountabilities for UN or any other reputable organization.
• Experience in financial management.
• Has experience working with auditors and other third-party vendors.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; UN World Food Programme Finance Associate Jobs in Uganda
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