UNOPS Myanmar is one of UNOPS’ leading offices in Asia, acting as the fund manager for some of the largest development programmes in the country. In addition, UNOPS is the Principal Recipient for the Global Fund in Myanmar and for the Global Fund’s regional artemisinin-resistance initiative towards the elimination of Malaria, which works to accelerate progress toward malaria elimination in the Greater Mekong sub-region. UNOPS provides procurement, infrastructure, and project management services to a wide range of organizations in the country, including international development partners, other UN agencies and INGOs. UNOPS plays a critical role in ensuring that the quality of services provided to its partners meets stringent requirements of speed, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
UNOPS is hiring a Finance Associate to support the Local Assistance Myanmar Programme (LAMP). LAMP provides prioritized assistance and protection for highly vulnerable people in crisis affected areas of Myanmar, through primarily national and civil society organizations. LAMP’s key activities include delivery of multi-sectoral assistance, capacity building, and support to coordination.
Under the overall supervision of the Senior Programme Manager, Local Assistance Myanmar Programme (LAMP) and overall guidance of the Finance Specialist – Performance Management and Reporting (PMO), and direct supervision of the Finance Senior Officer, Local Assistance Myanmar Programme (LAMP), the Finance Associate is responsible to support smooth operation of Financial Management of the Local Assistance Myanmar Programme (LAMP) which will contribute directly to the overall programme performance.
The Finance Associate will broadly carry out the following tasks and maintains the financial management of projects and promotes a collaborative, client-oriented approach.
1. Budget preparation/management
2. Cash Management
3. Assurance and Financial Reporting
4. Ensures Knowledge building and knowledge sharing
a. Education
b. Work Experience
c. Language
Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion. |
Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. |
Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). |
Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. |
Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. |
Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. |
Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground. |
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This is a local position open for Myanmar Nationals Only.
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