Back Finance Intern

Background

Under the direct supervision of the Finance Analysts and Operations Manager, the Accounts Payable Consultant (APC) ensures effective execution of financial services and processes in CO and transparent utilization of financial resources. The APC promotes a client-oriented approach consistent with UNDP rules and regulations.

The APC can supervise interns and support staff of the Finance Unit. The APC works in close collaboration with the operations, programme and projects’ staff in the CO and with UNDP HQs staff for resolving finance-related issues and information exchange.

Incumbent is expected to display initiative, a positive approach and a strong client orientation. As such, s/he might be required to undertake other emerging tasks and additional duties as required by direct supervisor or senior management.

Note UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Stipend

Where an intern is not financially supported by any institution or programme, such as a university,
government, foundation or scholarship programme, a stipend intended to help cover basic daily
expenses related to the internship, such as meals and transportation at the duty station, will be
paid by the office.

The monthly amount of the stipend will be determined for each duty station based on the stipend
rates published yearly by the OHR Policy and Compensation Unit. The stipend will be paid on a
monthly basis and part-time internship arrangements are prorated accordingly.

Where an intern is financially supported by an institution, government or third party, UNDP will,
subject to the rules of such institution, government or third party, pay the intern the difference, if
any, between the external financial support provided and the applicable UNDP stipend.

No other payments of any kind will be made to an intern by the office in connection with an
internship agreement.

Duties and Responsibilities

Education:

• Secondary Education, with specialized certification in Accounting and Finance.
• University Degree in Finance, Business or Public Administration desirable, but it is not a requirement.
• Current CPA Members or Part-qualified accountants from an internationally recognized institute of accountancy will have a distinct advantage.

Experience:

• 2 years of progressively responsible finance and accounting experience is required at the national or international level.
• 1 year of relevant experience will suffice if in possession of a Bachelor's degree.
• Proven experience with the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Experience in handling of web-based management systems is required.
• Experience in handling of web-based management systems and ERP financials, preferably PeopleSoft (Atlas)
• Candidates enrolled in a Finance Certification Programme will have a distinct advantage.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English.

Fluent in Tok Pisin language is desirable.

Competencies

Core Competencies

Innovation

• Ability to make new and useful ideas work.
• Adapts deliverables to meet client needs.

Leadership

• Ability to persuade others to follow.
• Proactively seeks and recognizes contributions of others.

People Management

• Ability to improve performance and satisfaction.
• Appropriately involves team in different stages of work and decision-making.

Communication

• Ability to listen, adapt, persuade and transform.
• Expresses information and views with adaptive reasoning and appreciation for complexity and variation.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

• Secondary Education, with specialized certification in Accounting and Finance.
• University Degree in Finance, Business or Public Administration desirable, but it is not a requirement.
• Current CPA Members or Part-qualified accountants from an internationally recognized institute of accountancy will have a distinct advantage.

Experience:

• 2 years of progressively responsible finance and accounting experience is required at the national or international level.
• 1 year of relevant experience will suffice if in possession of a Bachelor's degree.
• Proven experience with the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Experience in handling of web-based management systems is required.
• Experience in handling of web-based management systems and ERP financials, preferably PeopleSoft (Atlas)
• Candidates enrolled in a Finance Certification Programme will have a distinct advantage.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English.

Fluent in Tok Pisin language is desirable.