Organizational Context and Scope
Established in 1951, IOM is the United Nations Organization in charge of Migrations and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) in Cameroon, the Resource Management Officer (RMO) in Cameroon, and direct supervision of the Senior Administrative and Finance Assistant; and, in collaboration with relevant units, the successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out the following duties and responsibilities in relation to the IOM Finance Unit, Cameroon.
Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Required Qualifications and Experience
EDUCATION
EXPERIENCE
Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.
Languages
REQUIRED
Fluency in English and French
DESIRABLE
Working knowledge of any other official IOM language is an advantage.
Competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
VALUES - All IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:
Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
CORE COMPETENCIES - Behavioural indicators – Choose a level.
Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
[1] Competencies and respective levels should be drawn from the Competency Framework of the Organization.