The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is looking to hire a field disbursement officer in Abuja. The officer will review and verify operational disbursement requests and documentation in the regional hub in coordination with project management unit or equivalent agency.

Also, s/he will determine whether the disbursement request should be approved, reduced or rejected in accordance with Bank's policies and procedures.

Allocate disbursement commitments to relevant contract and ensure timely completion of the disbursement.

Maintain accurate and complete records relating to regional hub's project accounting activities, coordinate with respective parties for resolution of disbursement related problems.

Provide support to negotiations, mission preparation, and disbursement workshops.

Dues and Disbursement Management

Process disbursement requests from project management unit or equivalent agency in the regional hub to verify and determine the appropriateness of requests and supporting documents for the disbursement in accordance with Bank's policies and procedures.

Liaise with regional hub management and executing agencies and borrowers, in the resolution of disbursement related problems.

Draft clear and concise correspondence to project management unit or operational staff regarding disbursement related issues.

Monitor utilization of Special Accounts, ensuring that the funds are properly accounted for and used in accordance with Bank procedures.

Participate in project missions to verify use of project finances and resolve disbursement issues.

Participate in technical discussions and new project negotiations to ensure that disbursement arrangements are compliant with Bank's disbursement policies.

Prepare periodic reports on disbursement activities and disbursement projections for the regional hub for management.

Maintain reliable and timely financial records for project accounting and reporting on the performance of the portfolio with special focus on approval, disbursements, cancellations, and recoveries in the regional hub.

Participate in the reconciliation of project balances and issuance of project statements to Member Countries (i.e. reconciling borrowers' and the bank's records).

Prepare and update repayment schedules, prepare billing statements and track the repayment of amounts due and overdue in the regional hub.

Financial Analysis

Perform specific analyses of financial or operating data and submit recommendations for consideration of management.

Analyze the current projects status and identify any problem areas that warrant the attention of the concerned departments.

Participate in standard and ad hoc analyses to meet the variety of management objectives.

Policies, Processes & Procedures

Participate in drafting policies and procedures as per management instructions.

Provide guidance on interpretation of IDB policies and procedures, and regulations applicable to operations financing in regional hub.

Analyse and identify gaps and suggest improvements to policies or procedures for more effective operations.

Reporting & Communication

Prepare ad-hoc reports as and when required by management

Adaptability

Building Relationships

Client Centricity and Responsiveness

Motivation to Learn and Share

Passion for Excellence

Analytical Thinking

Communication Effectiveness

Drive for Results

Knowledge, Learning and Communication

Problem Solving

Stakeholder Management / Client Orientation

Teamwork

Bank Knowledge

Financial Analysis

Financial Management

Financial Reporting

Accounting

Project Management

Project Documentation

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or related field is required

At least 5 years of direct relevant experience in finance and accounting

ERP and procurement experience is preferred

Audit experience would be an advantage

Aptitude for figures and attention to detail

Experience in multilateral Development Institutions is desired

Experience in performing financial analysis on projects is desired

Experience in performing financial audits is desired

Fluency in English and French languages is required.

CPA, ACCA, CMA or an equivalent certification is preferred

Contract level: Equivalent to ICSC-9

Contract duration: Permanent

Closing Date: June 16, 2018

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