UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, is looking for qualified candidates for the following positions:
1. Job Title: Programme Associate [1 Position]
- Level: GS-6
- Job Opening ID: 15848
- Location : Surkhet, Nepal
- Full/Part Time: Full Time
- Fixed Term/Temporary: Fixed Term
- Rotational/Non Rotational: Non-rotational
- Duration: 1 Year initially with the possibility of extension
- Deadline: 9 February 2024 by 5:30 PM NPT
Position:
The Programme Associate will provide programmatic, administrative and financial support in the implementation of programme activities while ensuring full compliance of programme and financial processes with UN/UNFPA rules, regulations, policies and strategies. S/he will provide effective communications support to the office; ensuring facilitation of knowledge building and management. In addition, the incumbent contributes to basic programme/research data and analysis for the management of the programme and in tracking the progress of the programme implementation.
Eligibility criteria for the above position:
Secondary Level (Bachelor degree preferred) in Business Administration, Commerce, Accountancy, Chartered Accountancy and related fields; Six years of relevant experience in administration, finance or office management; Proficiency in current office software applications, web-based management and ERP financial systems; General understanding of programme support, monitoring and evaluation is desirable; Good writing and communication skills with the ability to draft correspondence in a clear, accurate and concise manner; Experience and knowledge of working with the United Nations is preferable; Good interpersonal, planning, organizational and multitasking skills; Ability to work independently and harmoniously in a multi-cultural and multi-ethnic team environment maintaining tact and discretion in all dealings.
2. Job Title: Operations and Compliance Analyst (1 Position)
- Level: NOA
- Job Opening ID: 15849
- Location: Kathmandu, Nepal
- Full/Part Time: Full Time
- Fixed Term/Temporary: Fixed Term
- Rotational/Non Rotational: Non-rotational
- Duration: 1 Year initially with the possibility of extension
- Deadline: 9 February 2024 by 5:30 PM NPT
Position:
The Operations and Compliance Analyst provides guidance and support on financial management, assurance activities, and financial reporting and will provide dedicated operational support to facilitate the implementation and delivery of projects. S/he provides guidance and support to the Project Coordination Specialist, EWPN, and other Project Managers in strategically undertaking financial functions. The position will be based at the UNFPA country office, Kathmandu, and will work under the guidance and direct supervision of the International Operations Manager.
Eligibility criteria for the above position:
Advanced degree in accounting, audit, finance or other related discipline; Proficiency in current office software applications; Advanced knowledge of spreadsheets, Google Suits preferable; Prior working experience in the public sector; Prior experience in working with ERP systems (preferably Oracle based) is an advantage; UN common system experience is desirable; Knowledge on EU financial reporting and fund management will be considered as an added advantage; Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, precision, and accuracy.
How to apply:
UNFPA has established an electronic application management system. This allows applicants to create a candidate profile, which can be updated regularly and submitted for more than one vacancy. A full job description of the position can be accessed at https://nepal.unfpa.org/vacancies and only online applications using this link will be accepted.
Notice:
There is no application, processing or other fee at any stage of the application process. UNFPA does not solicit or screen for information in respect of HIV or AIDS and does not discriminate based on HIV/AIDS status. We provide a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, embracing diversity in all its forms, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life. We are committed to maintaining our balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply. We promote equal opportunities for all and apply positive discrimination to candidates from the discriminated groups, including persons with disabilities.
UNFPA has a zero-tolerance against Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) and sexual harassment (SH). Everyone is responsible for preventing sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA), and all UN personnel must adhere to the standards of conduct that preserve PSEA principles (both during work hours and outside work hours). All selected candidates will, therefore, go through a safe hiring process.
The UN is committed to ensuring inclusive and accessible participation for all, including in written tests/interviews. Please let us know, should you need reasonable accommodation for the interview/written test and we will make sure to arrange it accordingly.
*Reasonable accommodation means necessary and appropriate modifications and adjustments not imposing a disproportionate or undue burden, where needed in a particular case, to ensure to persons with disabilities the enjoyment or exercise on an equal basis with others of all human rights and fundamental freedoms (Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, Article 2).
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