Mission and objectives

The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfil their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.

Context

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfil their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone. And we never give up. To learn more about working for UNICEF and our work in Afghanistan, please visit the following links: Working for UNICEF: https://youtu.be/43aiG4w2q_M?t=2 UNICEF in Afghanistan: https://www.unicef.org/afghanistan/.

Task Description

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Finance Manager or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UNV Finance Assistant will: • Reconciliation of UNDP-UNICEF interagency transactions • Manage/Communicate UNV fund commitments with sections/BSC • Filing, Stamping documents & labelling files • Trashing old files from the archive. • Transferring files to the archive. • Responsible for obtaining signature from Paying Officer and submitting payments to the local banks. • Support Finance assistant in checking the documents focusing on whether it’s signed by the certifying officer as per TOA and relevant documents such as ICE, Invoice, GRN etc. are attached. • Support Finance Assistant in the filing of finance vouchers and documents. • Support process of recording payment confirmation on a daily basis. • Any other duties as assigned by the Finance Manager, Finance Specialists and Finance Officers. Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UN Volunteers programme mandate within their assignment and promote voluntary action through engagement with communities in the course of their work. As such, UN Volunteers should dedicate a part of their working time to some of the following suggested activities: • Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day); • Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country; • Provide annual and end of assignment self-reports on UN Volunteer actions, results and opportunities. • Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.; • Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newlyarrived UN Volunteers; • Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.

Competencies and values

Professionalism • Integrity • Teamwork and respect for Competencies diversity • Commitment to continuous learning and values Communication • Flexibility • Accountability • Communication • Empowering Others • Integrity • Planning and organizing • Self-Management

Living conditions and remarks

This position is open for local applicants and UNICEF will not provide any accommodation facilities. https://www.unv.org/ experience

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements