Finance Associate

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women was established in July 2010 as part of the UN reform agenda to enhance the impact of gender equality and women's empowerment initiatives. The organization is dedicated to eliminating discrimination against women and girls, empowering women, and achieving equality between women and men. UN Women operates in various countries, including Tunisia and Libya, focusing on governance, women's economic empowerment, and the elimination of gender-based violence. The organization collaborates with governments, parliaments, and civil society to integrate gender considerations into policies and laws. Since its inception, UN Women has made significant strides in promoting gender equality, including supporting constitutional equality, electoral parity, gender-responsive budgeting, and positive masculinities. The organization aligns its programs with the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework and UN Women's Strategic Notes, ensuring a comprehensive approach to gender equality across different sectors.

Job Overview:
The Finance Associate position at UN Women is crucial for the execution of a wide range of financial services and administrative processes within the Cluster Office in Tunisia. The role is guided by the director" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Deputy Director of Financial Management at Headquarters and supervised daily by the Operations Manager. The Finance Associate is responsible for ensuring the timely, efficient, and transparent use of financial resources, adhering to organizational financial rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. This position requires a client-oriented approach and involves close collaboration with the Operations Team and Programme teams at UN Women HQ to address complex finance-related issues. The Finance Associate will implement financial strategies, monitor financial transactions, prepare budgets, and provide financial support to various teams, ensuring compliance with UN Women’s standards and practices.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Finance Associate will perform a variety of duties, including but not limited to: implementing financial strategies in compliance with UN Women regulations; reviewing and verifying financial transactions; monitoring financial exceptions and investigating anomalies; drafting financial reports; assisting in the planning of financial resources; providing advice on financial issues; preparing and administering budgets for the Tunisia & Libya Cluster office; tracking financial resource usage; managing petty cash; supporting the Programme and Operations teams with financial data; monitoring project expenditures; ensuring compliance with donor agreements; and facilitating knowledge sharing and capacity building within the organization. The role also involves compiling information for resource mobilization efforts and conducting training events to enhance financial management practices.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a strong understanding of financial rules and regulations, accounting principles, and IT tools relevant to financial management. The ability to administer and execute financial processes and transactions is essential. The Finance Associate should demonstrate strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to provide input to business processes and implement new systems. A client-oriented approach and effective communication skills are also critical for success in this role.

Educational Background:
A minimum of secondary education is required for this position. A Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting is considered an asset, along with specialized national or international certification in accounting and finance. Successful completion of the UN Women Accounting and Finance Test is mandatory as part of the selection process.

Experience:
Candidates should have at least 6 years of progressively responsible experience in finance, with a strong background in using computers and office software packages, including MS Word and Excel. Experience in handling web-based management systems is required, and familiarity with the UN system is desirable. Experience with modern web-based ERP systems, such as Quantum, is also advantageous.

Languages:
Fluency in English, French, and Arabic is required for this position. Knowledge of another official UN language is considered desirable, enhancing the candidate's ability to communicate effectively in a diverse environment.

Additional Notes:
This position is full-time and may involve working with international teams. UN Women is committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring that all employment decisions are based on qualifications and organizational needs. The organization has a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct and expects all personnel to adhere to its standards of conduct. Candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks, including verification of academic credentials and employment history. It is essential for applicants to complete all sections of the application form to avoid disqualification from the recruitment process.