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Administrative and Finance Associate, Dakar, Senegal, WCARO, GS-6

Administrative and Finance Associate, Dakar, Senegal, WCARO, GS-6

Level: G-6

Contract Type: Fixed Term Appointment

Closing Date: April 9, 2024, 05:00 PM (America/New_York)

Duty Station: Dakar, Senegal

Position Overview:

The Administrative and Finance Associate delivers effective financial advice and services to internal and external clients, providing finance-related guidance to both Country Office (CO) and UNFPA supported projects. Reporting to the Regional International Operations Manager, the Associate collaborates closely with the Finance Associate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the effective management of UNFPA programme activities in the Region Office for the RO and the Country Offices (CO’s).
• Perform standard financial and administrative processes, providing guidance on UNFPA financial rules, guidelines, and processes.
• Act in an advisory role to programme/project staff to optimize the impact of financial resources.
• Provide financial advice and services to internal and external clients.
• Collaborate closely with the Finance Associate.

Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

• Completed Secondary Level Education required. A first-level university degree is desirable.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Six years of relevant experience in administration, finance, or office management.
• Proficiency in current office software applications, web-based management, and ERP financial systems.
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of clerical, administrative, and secretarial best practices and procedures within a multicultural corporate environment.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Computer literacy in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Previous experience in the UN is an asset.
• Good writing and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.

Languages:

• Fluency in French is required. English is highly desirable.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus annual leave, sick leave, health insurance, and other benefits as applicable.

UNFPA Work Environment:

• Reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity, and healthy work-life balance.
• Committed to ensuring gender parity and encourages applications from women.
• Encourages applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and underrepresented groups.
• Promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation, and selection.

Disclaimer:

• Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance, and other administrative requirements.
• UNFPA does not charge any application or recruitment fee.
• Applicants holding permanent resident status in a country other than their nationality may be required to renounce such status upon appointment.

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