The Finance Assistant is a member of the finance section of the Global Administration Support Unit which encompasses Finance, Administration, Internal Audit and HR. The Global Operations Unit is led from the Headquarters Office in Geneva, although team members are based in different locations around the world.
The
Finance Assistant works closely with other Finance Officers in Nairobi,
administration staff, programme staff and partners staff to create a more
efficient and effective Finance function for an agile, responsive and high
performance Interpeace.
This
position requires one to consult with and/or coordinate activities with
internal and external actors. There is an element of persuasion, influence and
provision of professional advice and direction, but it is not a regular
activity.
Experience
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant and
progressively responsible experience in the professional field of finance
and accounting in not-for-profit setting.
- Experience of computerized accounting
software, preferably QuickBooks and ERPs, preferably SunSytems.
- High level of IT proficiency in use of all
MS Office applications.
- Ability to work successfully as part of a
diverse and multicultural team.
- Experience of conducting capacity-building
for partners and staff on financial systems and good financial practices.
Experience working in field locations.
- Have demonstrated high understanding of
finance and accounting matters preferably within the not-for-profit sector.
Competencies
- Strong accounting knowledge and operating
capacity. Experience in financial bookkeeping within the local context
- Strong understanding of budget management; financial
internal controls; source documentation verification; preparation of
payment vouchers; and procurement processes
- Ability to perform detailed work,
frequently of a confidential nature and/or to handle a large volume of
work systematically, effectively, and accurately.
- Ability to foresee risks and allow for
contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as
necessary; uses time efficiently.
- Ability to take ownership of all
responsibilities and honor commitments; delivers outputs for which one has
responsibility within prescribed time, cost, and quality standards;
operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules.
- Ability to work in a multicultural
environment successfully and to demonstrate gender-responsive and
non-discriminatory behavior and attitudes.
- Strong written and oral communication
skills in English.
- Ability to travel within and outside the
country on short notice.
- Experience with non-profit or international
organizations.
- Strong commitment to supporting local peace
building initiatives and to the values and working principles of
Interpeace.
Interpeace Competencies
- Collaboration and Weaving
- Communication
- Driver for Results
- Adaptability and Continuous learning
- Respect for Diversity
Success factors
- Identifies with and is committed to
Interpeace’s core values and working principles.
- Commitment to inclusiveness
- An innovative, critical thinker with
extensive problem-solving skills
How to Apply
Closing date 01/03/2023
