Financial Systems Consultant

Job Posting Organization:
The job posting organization is the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). Established in 1949, UNRWA's mission is to provide assistance and protection to Palestine refugees and to work towards their development. The agency operates in five fields: Gaza, the West Bank, Jordan, Lebanon, and Syria, and employs over 30,000 staff members. UNRWA is committed to promoting human rights and providing essential services such as education, health care, and social services to millions of Palestine refugees.

Job Overview:
The Financial Systems Consultant position is designed to support the External Relations and Communications Department (ERCD) in optimizing and modernizing its reporting processes and tools. The consultant will be tasked with reviewing existing databases and reporting systems, specifically focusing on the integration of SAP and Zoho data to enhance the clarity and consistency of financial and donor reporting outputs. The role requires a strong background in reporting process optimization, data analytics, and technology-enabled automation. The consultant will work part-time and remotely, with the consultancy expected to last until July 202

• The primary objective is to streamline reporting processes, improve data accessibility, and explore opportunities for greater technology integration within the department.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Consultant will undertake a variety of tasks aimed at modernizing ERCD's reporting processes and tools. Key responsibilities include:

• Reviewing and assessing the existing Zoho database, compiling findings into a report that outlines possibilities for consolidation and further use.
• Evaluating SAP data cube connections and reporting linkages, with findings documented in a report that suggests ways to bridge SAP data across reports.
• Recommending a clear and feasible plan for utilizing Zoho and SAP data collectively, presented as a detailed workplan.
• Developing a collective database or accessible file system for online donor data, creating a historical archive for ERCD.
• Proposing templates for graphs and other illustrative reporting formats suitable for online publication.
• Assessing the potential for utilizing Power BI across ERCD's reporting, with findings consolidated into a report.
• Developing Power BI dashboards to support internal clarity and department-wide distribution, where feasible.
• Creating a workflow for Power BI and training colleagues on how to update and utilize the resulting database and dashboards.
• Providing technical assistance to the contributions unit to prepare reports for the Financial Working Group (FWG), enhancing clarity and reducing manual updates. 1
• Preparing a proposed solution for the modernization and streamlining of ERCD's reporting, which may be presented as a consolidated database. 1
• Documenting the data structure, definitions, and update procedures for any developed database or dashboard to ensure sustainability beyond the consultancy period.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related field. Additionally, a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in financial reporting, data analytics, or business process improvement is required. Experience should preferably be in an international context outside of UNRWA and outside the candidate's country of citizenship. Candidates should demonstrate a strong analytical and process-improvement mindset, with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable reporting.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or Data Analytics. This foundational education is essential for understanding the complexities of financial reporting and data management, which are critical to the role.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience. This experience should ideally be in financial reporting, data analytics, or business process improvement, particularly in an international context. Candidates with experience outside of UNRWA and their home country will be preferred, as this will provide a broader perspective on financial systems and reporting processes.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, as it is one of the working languages of UNRWA. Fluency in Arabic is considered an asset, as it may facilitate communication and understanding within the organization and with stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
This consultancy is part-time and remote, with specific hours of work and availability to be agreed upon with the Head of ERS. The consultancy is equivalent to the P1 level, with a daily rate of USD 197.1

• It is important to note that the United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including application, interview, or training. The organization also does not request information regarding applicants' bank accounts.