Introduction
Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.
Organizational Context and Scope
Under the overall supervision of Senior Resource Management Officer in Ankara and the direct supervision of National Budget Officer, the Senior Finance Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:
- Research, compile and summarize information to be used for determination of reasonable unit cost for budgetary purpose.
- Analysis market rate at least twice in a year to see variance in budget rate.
- Notify project manager minimum 3 months in advance for any surplus balance foreseen in S&O budget heading for necessary budget revision or alternative way to burn the budget.
- Create and maintain proper filing system of project documents.
- Coordinate with project manager to ensure cost is correctly charged against budget line.
- Assist the NBO for the staff projectization tasks in PULSE.
- Forecast expenditure in coordination with PM to ensure budget utilization is in timeframe of project.
- Monitor financial report to verify if expenditure is in line with approved budget and eligibility of cost charged in project using donor reporting template.
- Keep record and notify project manager on interim and final financial report due date to donor.
- Prepare interim/final financial report using donor/IOM template before due date to donor.
- Mail correspondence with IOM HQ/Manila, other IOM mission worldwide and counter parts for necessary transactions.
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned.
Education
• Completed High school degree from an accredited academic institution, with at least six years of relevant professional experience.
Experience
• Experience in accounting, finance, banking, and treasury
Skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
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, Turkish 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
Notes
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.
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.
No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.