Overview
The Resources Management Officer (RMO) will supervise and manage budgetary, financial, Human Resources, and administrative functions for a Country Office and/or Sub-Office(s). The role provides support in these areas to staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and oversee financial management, expenditure, and accountability for Country Office activities.
- Supervise treasury management by forecasting cash flows and monitoring disbursed funds.
- Prepare programme and budget reports, review monthly accounts, and conduct financial analysis of projects.
- Assist in budget preparation for new projects and provide technical support to project managers.
- Maintain internal controls to safeguard assets and prevent fraud.
- Inspect payroll versus budgets and validate salary allocations.
- Review and recommend improvements to administrative systems and procedures.
- Manage the Human Resources function, including recruitment and personnel administration.
- Oversee Supply Chain services, contracts, fleet management, and premises maintenance.
- Liaise with legal and procurement units for agreement and Purchase Order review.
- Supervise ICT staff and local staff on administrative/financial policies.
- Participate in UN meetings and serve as Officer-in-Charge in the absence of the Chief of Mission.
Required Experience
- Five years of relevant professional experience with a Master's degree, or seven years of relevant professional experience with a University degree.
- Experience in Financial and Human Resources Management at the international level.
- Field experience, including coordination and cooperation with international institutions and coordination bodies.
- Experience in supervising the development and implementation of administrative control procedures, coordinating external auditing exercises.
- Experience using corporate Information Technology (IT) systems and software.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Management or a related field from an accredited academic institution; or University degree in the above fields.
- 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.
