PLASE NOTE THAT THIS VACANCY IS OPEN ONLY TO NATIONALS OF MYANMAR. 

Position summary:

The Finance Associate is located in Country Offices (CO) and reports to the International Operations Manager.

UNFPA has partnerships with the government departments, UN agencies, INGOs and local NGOs, foundations and research institutions, with a presence in a number of priority states/regions. UNFPA’s work involves development, humanitarian and peace building initiatives. Human rights and conflict sensitivity are an integral component in all of UNFPA’s programming areas.

The Finance Associate provides leadership in execution of financial services in the Country Office (CO) and decentralized offices ensuring effective and transparent utilization of financial resources and integrity of financial services, mastering all relevant rules, guidelines, processes and procedures. S/he takes a client-oriented results-focused approach to interpreting the rules, procedures and guidelines, providing accounting and administrative support and guidance to the CO, decentralized offices and implementing partners.

Requirements:

Education:  
 
Completed Secondary Level Education required. Professional Accounting qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, CAT, CPA desirable.
 
 Knowledge and Experience: 
• Seven years of relevant experience in administration, finance or office management.
• Proficiency in current office software applications and corporate IT financial systems.

 Languages:

Fluency in English and Myanmar language is required.