Background: 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.
The project’s objective is to strengthen the COVID-19 preparedness, response and recovery capacities at the Asia-Pacific regional level, focusing on four countries (Bangladesh, Maldives, Lao PDR and Pakistan) with the aim to minimize and address the regression on SDG attainment and to enhance these countries’ socio-economic development.
The project comprises of a set of measures that span three key outputs:
Local PPE quality management system is enhanced Local PPE production capacity is enhanced PPE quality surveillance capacity is strengthened at the national and provincial levels Market access and management system for PPE products are strengthened Communication and project management of the project at the national levelThe implementation of this Project involves a multitude of tasks and activities ranging from project management, financing, and administration to the implementation of day-to-day activities or tasks. This post is based at Department of Food and Drug, Ministry of Health (MOH), and reports to the Programmme Analyst at Natural Resources, Climate Change, and Disaster Risk Reduction Unit of UNDP Lao PDR.
Duties and Responsibilities
Contribute to timely day-to-day administrative and financial operations of the Project Management Unit in close coordination with MOH and UNDP; Assist all necessary financial disbursement and procurement of goods and services in a timely manner; Provide timely guidance and support to the government partners on routine UNDP operational procedures and guidelines for implementation of projects; Contribute to registration and maintenance of all project assets on a daily basis; Contribute to revision of work plans and budgets; Administrative support for workshops, field trips, and other activities.4. Institutional Arrangement
This Project Finance & Administration Associate will be under the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator, UNDP Lao PDR and support Food and Drug Department, Ministry of Health. The office is located in the Ministry of Heath. Some travel to the field is expected. Competencies Core Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements
Learn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback
Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible
Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident
Engage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships
Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination
Cross-Functional & Technical competencies
Finance
Accounting (General): Knowledge of accounting concepts, principles, frameworks, standards, regulations, policies and trends, and ability to apply this to strategic and/or practical situations.
Administration & Operations
Events management (including retreats, trainings and meetings): Ability to manage events, including venue identification, accommodation, logistics, catering, transportation, and cash disbursements, etc. Required Skills and Experience Education:
Completion of Secondary education is required, bachelor's degree or specialized training on admin or finance will be given due consideration Experience:
Secondary education minimum 6 years or bachelor’s degree with 3 years of relevant experience in administration, accounting, finance, project or office management
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