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FINANCE ASSISTANT – Pacific Community

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JOB DESCRIPTION & SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Attractive local package
Friendly and supportive team environment
Join the principal development organisation in the Pacific region

The Pacific Community (SPC) is the principal scientific and technical organisation in the Pacific region, supporting development since 1947. We are an international development organisation owned and governed by our 27 country and territory members. In pursuit of sustainable development to benefit Pacific people, our organisation works across more than 25 sectors. We are known for our knowledge and innovation in such areas as fisheries science, public health surveillance, geoscience, and conservation of plant genetic resources for food and agriculture.

The Human Rights and Social Development Division has a vision for just, equitable and resilient Pacific societies and it aims to achieve this by advancing human rights, equality and social inclusion for all Pacific people, grounded in cultural values and principles.The work of this Division includes work previously undertaken by the Regional Rights Resource Team (RRRT) in the area of human rights and the Social Development Programme (SDP) in the areas of gender equality and social inclusion, culture and youth development.

In line with its vision, the work of the Division will encompass the following focal areas:

Objective 1: Governance for human rights and social development: Strengthen inclusive, transparent and active governance for human rights and social development.
Objective 2: Gender equality and social inclusion: Mobilise, empower and build conditions for gender equality, equity and social inclusion in society and development.
Objective 3: Culture: Promote, preserve and protect positive expressions of culture.
Objective 4: Social innovation and learning: Enhance knowledge, learning and innovative solutions to accelerate impact on human development priorities.
The Finance and Administration Assistant will provide finance, accounting and administration support to HRSD projects in areas such as preparing regular financial reports in accordance with the donor and corporate requirements; assisting in budget and audit preparations; assist with events and logistics for all activities; and provide overall Administration and accounting support to the division.

The key responsibilities of the role include:

Project and Finance and Administration

Assists in compiling donor reports
Assists in compiling activity plan budgets, including national and regional workshop budgets
Attends to financial queries raised by project team, donors, SPC corporate
Workshop, Travel, Logistics and Administration Support

Assist with communications such as Government Protocol letters and Administrative Notes as and when required
Organize travel and events ensuring adherence to SPC procedures for procurement and travel;
Ensures timely disbursal of per diems and support to workshop participants as per policy in an accountable and transparent manner, followed by proper acquittal
Country Project Time

Verify and reconcile Country Focal Officer (CFO) activity advance acquittals as per reporting templates.
Assist CFOs in compiling activity budgets.
Assist CFOs from in-country or distantly in terms of in-country activity logistics
For a more detailed account of the key responsibilities, please refer to the online job description.

Key selection criteria

Qualifications

A degree in finance, administration, accounting, or equivalent work experience
Knowledge and experience

At least 3 years’ experience and demonstrated competence in same field. This includes project accounting and expertise in working with different donors.
Sound collaboration and team working skills
Strong analytical ability and demonstrated understanding of complex accounting or finance issues in a development context.
Essential skills

Good working knowledge of project financial reporting
Analytical ability and advanced computer literacy, especially with Microsoft office applications
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with people from different cultural backgrounds
Ability to work under pressure with a team-oriented approach to meet deadlines and achieve team goals
Language skills

Excellent English communication skills (oral and written)
Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness

Ability to work in a multicultural, inclusive and equitable environment

Salary, terms and conditions

Contract Duration – 3 years – subject to renewal depending on funding and performance

Remuneration – The Finance and Administration Assistant is a Band 7 position in SPC’s 2022 salary scale, with a commencing taxable salary range of 2,232-2,790 per month, plus local staff benefits. An offer of appointment for an initial contract will normally be made in the lower half of this range, with due consideration given to experience and qualifications. Progression within the salary scale will be based on annual performance reviews.

Recruitment principles – SPC’s recruitment is based on merit and fairness, and candidates are competing in a selection process that is fair, transparent and non-discriminatory. SPC is an equal-opportunity employer, and is committed to cultural and gender diversity, including bilingualism, and will seek to attract and appoint candidates who respect these values. Due attention is given to gender equity and the maintenance of strong representation from Pacific Island professionals. If two interviewed candidates are ranked equal by the selection panel, preference will be given to the Pacific Islander.

Applicants will be assured of complete confidentiality in line with SPC’s Privacy Policy.

 

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