Finance Officer, Aden

Finance Officer (P)
Aden, Yemen
Trending
Job Description
Job Identification (Reference Number): 15263 Position Title: Finance Officer Duty Station City: Aden Duty Station Country: Yemen Grade: P-3 Contract Type: Special Short Term (Up to 9 Months) Recruiting Type: Professional Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice Initial duration: 6 Months with Possibility of Extension Closing date: July 16, 2025
Introduction: 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.
IOM is committed to ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration
Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:

• Internal candidates
• Candidates from the following non-represented member states:

Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Comoros, Congo (the), Cook Islands, Dominica, Federated States of Micronesia, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Kiribati, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Namibia, Nauru, Palau, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu
Second tier candidates include: All external candidates, except candidates from nonrepresented member states of IOM.
Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and the direct supervision of the Head of Resources Management (Head of RM) based in Aden, Yemen, and in collaboration with relevant Units at IOM Yemen Country Office (CO), Regional Office (RO), the Department of Financial and Administrative Management (DFM) at Headquarters (HQs) and the Administrative Centres in Manila (Manila Administrative Centre (MAC)) and Panama (Panama Administrative Centre (PAC)), the Finance Officer will be responsible and accountable for managing and coordinating the financial resources function of the CO and its Sub Offices.
Responsibilities

• Monitor and oversee the financial management of all activities, including the oversight of financial expenditures and accountability.
• Undertake preliminary financial analysis of programmes/projects implemented in the CO, monitor budget control processes, and follow up on the implementation of effective internal controls and the design and functioning of the financial resources management system.
• Provide technical support to the Programme/Project Managers throughout the programme/project cycle to enable compliance with IOM's policies and procedures and any donor specific requirements.
• Ensure that accounting data are properly entered into the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, in accordance with IOM's financial rules, regulations and practices, ensure the maintaining of accurate financial records including electronic and hard copies of all financial supporting documentation.
• Prepare annual budget for the CO and the budgets for all new programmes/projects.
• Undertake financial analysis of projects in the CO and take action to resolve anomalies and unusual trends.
• Ensure financial documents are in conformity with relevant financial regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Forecast and prepare cash flows and staff and office projectization with reference to the current and future activities in the CO and ensure daily control of funds disbursed.
• Prepare, analyze and evaluate information from the financial records and provide data and guidance to management relevant to improvements in the financial operation.
• Ensure financial related functions are carried out and provide training to all finance staff in the relevant areas of finance and administration.
• Verify travel and operational advances from staff vendor accounts, ensuring that the supporting documentation is both accurate and satisfactory, and take action to resolve discrepancies or inconsistencies.
• Inspect payroll versus budgets and ensure that salaries are correctly allocated to projects consistent with IOM's projectization criteria.
• Coordinate and facilitate the internal and external audits of the Sub-Offices as needed.
• Undertake quality assurance checks on the requests for payment, purchase requests and other requests that will result in financial obligations.
• Liaise with other internal functional units of the CO and other stakeholders as required in the performance of the accounting and financial functions.
• Prepare donor financial reports in accordance with IOM and donor regulations and established procedures. Liaise with project managers and relevant units in HQs, Administrative Centres and RO as required.
• Conduct verification of Implementing Partners, Service Providers, Vendors, other Contractors and Grantees, including the issuance of invoices and progress certificates and financial reports, and certify and provide assurance as delegated.
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications
Education

• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or
• University degree in the above fields with seven 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.

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

• Experience in accounting, financial management and reporting.
• Experience in preparing clear and concise financial and management reports.
• Experience working in and with international institutions.
• Familiarity with financial oversight and public administration is an advantage.

Skills

• Knowledge of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS).
• Knowledge of SAP highly desirable.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Knowledge of IOM finance, procurement, and HR procedures and rules Knowledge of the IOM project management cycle an advantage.

Languages
IOM's official languages are English, French and Spanish.
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of another UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) is an advantage.
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 2

• 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

• 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.

Notes
Previous applicants do not need to re-apply.
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.
This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station's country cannot be considered eligible.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances. IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies
Job Info

• Job Identification 15263
• Posting Date 07/03/2025, 01:39 AM
• Locations Aden, South, 2408, YE
• Apply Before 07/16/2025, 09:59 PM
• Contract Type Special Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)
• Initial Contract Duration six months
• Vacancy Type Special Vacancy Notice
• Recruiting Type Professional
• Grade P-3
• Alternative Required Language 1 English

How to Apply

Finance Officer (P) - IOM Careers