Finance Assistant

International Organization for Migration

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Desired Candidate Profile

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finances, or related fields with two years of relevant professional experience, or;
• High School diploma with four years of relevant experience;

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

Experience

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, E-mail, Outlook; previous experience in Oracle Fusion is a distinct advantage.
• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.

Skills

• Attention to detail, ability to organize paperwork in a methodical way; Discreet, details and clients-oriented, patient and willingness to learn new things.

Languages

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM s official languages (English, French, Spanish). For this position, fluency in English, Kurdish and Arabic is required. 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 five 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.

Managerial Competencies behavioural indicators Level 2, if with direct reports

• Leadership : Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others : Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust : Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision : Works strategically to realize the Organization s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility : Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.