VN 016/2025 National Resources Management Officer

Job Description

Under the direct supervision of the Chief, Integrated Talent Management Division (ITM) and the  administrative supervision of the Senior Resources Management Officer in Manila and in close coordination with the Head, Staff Learning Unit , (DFM) at Headquarters (HQ) and the Administrative Centres in Manila (MAC) and Panama (PAC) and will be responsible and accountable for supporting, monitoring  and coordinating  the budgetary, financial and other administrative functions of the Department of Human Resources (DHR) and providing support in these areas to staff.

Responsibilities

1. Support the monitoring and overseeing of the financial management for all DHR, including the review of financial expenditure and accountability. 
2. Support the monitoring and control of funds disbursed; validate that funding is received and disbursed in accordance with agreements. 
3. Prepare relevant financial reviews by overseeing the budget control process and analysing variances between budget and actual expenditures. Take proactive action to prevent projects from going into deficit. 
4. Assist with the annual budget preparation of the Staff Learning Unit.
5. Validate that salaries are correctly allocated to projects consistent with IOM’s projectization criteria.
6. Work with relevant colleagues in the ITM Division to provide support in oversight of the Supply Chain services, including contracts with suppliers of goods and services and related administrative authorities.
7. Perform such other duties as may be assigned. 

Qualifications

EDUCATION

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Management or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.
• Professional certification as Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), or Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) is an advantage.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

EXPERIENCE

• Experience in all areas of financial administration including financial management, accounting and budgeting;
• Experience in human resources, procurement and logistics;
• Experience using an Enterprise Resource Planning system, 
• Experience in monitoring and evaluation and / or audit an advantage.

SKILLS

• Ability to work closely with service providers and consultants; 
• Demonstrated ability to act independently and exercise sound judgement;
• Ability to work under pressure; 
• Demonstrated ability to prepare clear and concise reports; 
• Knowledge of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) an advantage; and,
• Knowledge of Oracle highly desirable.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators (Level 2)

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

1. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
2. This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
3. This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.
4. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable. Vaccination against COVID-19 will be required for IOM personnel who are hired or otherwise engaged by IOM. As part of the mandatory medical entry on duty clearance, candidates will be requested to provide evidence of full vaccination.
5. IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
6. IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

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