Finance Associate

Competencies: Commitment, Drive for Results, Embracing Diversity, Self-Awareness & Self-Regulation, Teamwork • Professionalism: demonstrated understanding of operations relevant to UNICEF; technical capabilities or knowledge relevant or transferrable to UNICEF procedures & rules; discretion, political sensitivity, diplomacy & tact to deal with clients; ability to apply good judgement; ability to liaise & coordinate with a range of different actors, especially in senior positions; where appropriate, high degree of autonomy, personal initiative & ability to take ownership; resourcefulness & willingness to accept wide responsibilities & ability to work independently under established procedures; ability to manage information objectively, accurately & confidentially; responsive & client-oriented • Integrity: demonstrate values & ethical standards of \UN & UNICEF in daily activities & behaviors while acting without consideration of personal gains; resist undue political pressure in decision-making; stand by decisions that are in the organization’s interest even if they are unpopular; take prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behavior; does not abuse power or authority • Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to establish & maintain effective partnerships & harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, mixed-gender environment with sensitivity & respect for diversity; sensitivity & adaptability to culture, gender, religion, nationality & age; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of UN operations; ability to achieve common goals and provide guidance or training to colleagues • Commitment to continuous learning: initiative & willingness to learn new skills & stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment • Planning & organizing effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities. • Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups • Flexibility: adaptability & ability to live and work in potentially hazardous & remote conditions, involving physical hardship & little comfort; to operate independently in austere environments for protracted periods; willingness to travel within the area of operations & to transfer to other duty stations within the area of operations as necessary • Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity & self-reliance, and commitment towards UNICEF’s mission and vision, as well as to the UN Core Values

- At least 3 years of professional work experience at the national and/or international level in Accountancy, Bookkeeping, Finance, Audits, or other relevant financial management areas. Experience working in the UN or other international development is an asset. - Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, report preparation skills. - Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including internal staff and external vendors and UN agencies. - Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel. - Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Power Point, etc.), SAP based applications and user interfaces, and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment; Knowledge on the use of AI based tools and applications such as co-pilot, etc. to prepare accurate analytical reports. - Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines.