Finance Specialist

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• FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture.
• Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply;
• Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values
• FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination　　
• All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
• All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality

FAO’s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.

Organizational Setting

The Finance Division recommends and administers financial policies and procedures that meet the highest professional standards; keeps accounts that accurately record financial activities and meet the requirements of internal and external audits; reports the financial status of the Organization and its activities to senior management, the Governing Bodies, and resource partners; and ensures that the processing and recording of receipts and disbursements are timely and made in accordance with established policies and procedures.

The role is based in the Treasury and Banking Unit of the Finance Division. The Treasury and Banking Unit is responsible for ensuring the safekeeping of FAO’s financial assets, its liquidity, funding and correct functioning of its banking network.

Reporting Lines

The Consultant will work under the general supervision of the Head of the Treasury and Banking Unit in the Finance Division.

Technical Focus

Provision of financial services and support on FAO liquidity management and banking operations.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Monitor FAO liquidity and disbursement pattern, liaising with SCC and other CSF units if necessary
• Assist with payment activities and check correct funding of accounts
• Review banking agreements, fee agreements, operational documents supporting FAO’s banking operations as needed
• Liaise with external financial service providers and colleagues dealing with payments and banking operations on behalf of the Treasury and Banking Unit
• Prepare ad-hoc financial reporting and reconciliations on Treasury activities
• Perform other related tasks that may be assigned by Supervisor.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• Advanced university degree from an institution recognized by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/UNESCO in banking and finance, law, business administration or a related field. Consultants with bachelor`s degree need two additional years of relevant professional experience
• Relevant experience in liquidity management, payments, financial analysis, financial reporting– at least one year for C–level Consultants, five years for B–level Consultants and ten years for A-level Consultants..
• Working knowledge (level C) of English. Limited knowledge (level B) of one of the other FAO languages is desirable..

FAO Core Competencies

• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills

• Overall level and relevance of experience in liquidity management, payments, financial analysis, financial reporting.
• Knowledge and experience of supporting banking networks and related agreements and conditions.
• Excellent computer skills and knowledge of banking payment platforms.

Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency

HOW TO APPLY

• To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
• Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application
• Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications
• Incomplete applications will not be considered
• Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAO’s behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications, assessment tests, background checks and other related services. You will be asked to provide your consent before submitting your application. You may withdraw consent at any time, by withdrawing your application, in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application
• Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered
• Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile
• We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.

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