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For every child, the right to Hope  

The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programmes, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.

How can you make a difference? 

How can you make a difference? 

You will be working in a Country Office (CO) where the Finance Assistant will be reporting to Finance Officer, will be responsible for providing a variety of tasks in finance functions, ensuring accurate and timely delivery that is following UNICEF financial rules and regulations.   

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

• Cash and bank management
• Support to financial control
• Payment processing
• Compliance with bank requirements
• DCT liquidation refund
• Financial records management
• General bank-related assistance

1. The Finance Assistant will maintain the financial records and monitoring systems to record and reconcile expenditures, balances, payments, statements and other data for day-to-day transactions and reports.. Updates database system on files management. Retains and disposes of financial records in accordance with UNICEF’s retention policy on financial documents.
2. Preparing reports on assigned accounts, noting problems resulting from excess cost or less-than-expected receipts. Calculate and compile cost estimates and projected budget requirements and assist in preparation of budget statements for area of assignment.
3. Reviewing travel-related invoices and initiating the payment process. Monitoring house bank GL daily for payments for manual processing. Validating payment transactions in VISION against supporting documents and directing the accounting for any inconsistencies or discrepancies.
4. Routine correspondence with sections to discuss matters concerning accounts, and related assignments, verifying data, responding to queries.
5. Maintains liaisons with officials of local banks to obtain day-to-day information on exchange and interest rates, changes in procedures and regulations, and matters pertaining to maintenance of office house bank accounts. Ensure that the bank forms are properly filled, and the required information provided is complete.
6. Assisting newly arrived international staff, experts and consultants on basic financial procedures and requirements with respect to payments, entitlements, banking and currency provisions and other requirements relating to accounts and finance.
7. Reviewing and processing payments in VISON related to HACT, utility payments, supplies, PO, advances, and other payments. Checking the requests and filing transactions and the related supporting documents regularly.
8. Reconcile vendor and customer accounts on monthly basis along with clearing open items.

If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here:  UNICEF Egypt Finance Assistant G5 TA Job Description Final New Template.pdf

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

Minimum requirements:

Education:

• Completion of secondary education, supplemented by relevant technical/military/police courses and/or university courses in a relevant discipline.
• A bachelor’s degree from a recognized academic institution in a field relevant to the position may replace three years of related work experience. A master’s degree may replace an additional two years

Work Experience:

• At least 5 years’ relevant finance and accounting work experience, which includes cash handling and responsible administrative work.
• Hands-on experience in SAP financial modules.
• Hands-on experience in office software packages and web-based management systems. Ability to operate calculators or other machines used to maintain accounts

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English and Arabic is required.

Desirables:

• Strong knowledge of financial and accounting procedures, including transactional processing, reconciliation, and reporting.

• Proficiency in using financial management systems. (e.g., SAP, VISION) and digital platforms for data entry, analysis, and reporting.

• Experience in supporting budget preparation, monitoring, and financial control.

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

(1) Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (2)

(2) Works Collaboratively with others (2)

(3) Builds and Maintains Partnerships (2)

(4) Innovates and Embraces Change (2)

(5) Thinks and Acts Strategically (2)

(6) Drive to achieve impactful results (2)

(7) Manages ambiguity and complexity (2)

Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic background, and persons with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. To create a more inclusive workplace, UNICEF offers paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. Click here to learn more about flexible work arrangements, well-being, and benefits.

According to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), persons with disabilities include those who have long-term physical, mental, intellectual, or sensory impairments which, in interaction with various barriers, may hinder their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others. In its Disability Inclusion Policy and Strategy 2022-2030, UNICEF has committed to increase the number of employees with disabilities by 2030. At UNICEF, we provide reasonable accommodation for work-related support requirements of candidates and employees with disabilities. Also, UNICEF has launched a Global Accessibility Helpdesk to strengthen physical and digital accessibility. If you are an applicant with a disability who needs digital accessibility support in completing the online application, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF.

UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled.

Remarks:

As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.

UNICEF’s active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable Male candidates are encouraged to apply.

Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. 

UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information. UNICEF shall not facilitate the issuance of a visa and working authorization for candidates under consideration for positions at the national officer and general service category.

All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.

Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here.