Job Vacancy for Finance Assistant –
AVRR at International Organization for Migration
in Nigeria 2015
Assisted voluntary return and reintegration (AVRR) is a key
strategy in ensuring the humane and orderly movement of
migrants. It is an indispensable component of a migration
management approach which is intended to be mutually beneficial
to migrants, governments and other sectors of society affected
by migration. IOM implements the AVRR which has well-tailored
reintegration measures supporting the socio-economic
integration of returnees in their country of origin. In
Nigeria, IOM has been providing reception and reintegration
assistance to returnees since 2002.
Under the AVRR programme, IOM intends to set up a Microfinance
Loan Program to be offered through a partnership between a
microfinance institution and delivered on a not – for – profit
basis. The program aims to provide access to safe and
affordable credit to beneficiaries under the AVRR program who
are engaged in micro-business. The loans will be personal loans
between NGN100, 000 – NGN 300,000 for terms up to 1 year with
an interest rate to be determined. Successful continuation and
sustainability of micro-lending services will depend largely on
the development and application of appropriate lending
methodologies and portfolio management in a changing
environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for
overall technical leadership regarding.
Under the overall supervision of the chief of mission (CoM) in
Nigeria, and under the direct supervision of the Head of Sub
Office in Lagos and the Resource Management Officer in Abuja,
and in close coordination with the IOM Bern, the successful
candidate will contribute to the implementation of the micro-
credit program.
Finance Assistant – AVRR
Job Location: Lagos
Core Functions/Responsibilities:
· Work with the AVRR team to receive or identify program
beneficiaries and conduct an initial assessment and checking
eligibility.
· Educate the beneficiaries about the impact the benefits of
microfinance to all sectors of the community.
· Assist clients complete loan applications, including
preparing budget and collecting supporting documentation.
Verify invoices and ascertain that the equipment, supplies or
services they refer to were duly received or provided before
proceeding with payment request.
· Assist in monitoring and follow up including liaising with
MFI personal loans and collections.
· Support Liaison with relevant governmental, non-governmental
entities (NGOs), international organizations, micro-credit
institutions and as well as other relevant stakeholders.
· Assist on the researching, compiling and presenting
information on developments on microfinance and micro credit
for successful implementation of the AVRR project activities.
Enter payments, receipts and non-cash vouchers in SAP.
Ensure all supporting documentation and signatures are obtained
before finalizing vouchers.
Maintains a filing system for vouchers.
Assist in preparation of monthly / annual financial reports for
the mission and donor reports.
Bring to the attention of the supervisor any relevant
financial, budgetary and administrative issues.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Desirable Competencies:
Behavioural:
- takes responsibility and manages constructive
criticism;
- works effectively with all clients and stakeholders;
- promotes continuous learning: communicates clearly;
- takes initiative and drives high levels of
performance management;
- plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within
area of responsibility;
- displays mastery of subject matter;
- contributes to a collegial team environment; h)
creates a respectful office environment free of harassment and
retaliation, and promotes the prevention of sexual exploitation
and abuse (PSEA); i) incorporates gender-related needs,
perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender
participation.
Technical:
- Works effectively with local authorities,
stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader
- community to advance country office or regional objectives;
- self-motivated, with a good work ethic;
- Ability to work without supervision and possess
excellent leadership skills;
- A good knowledge of the micro-finance industry trends
and practices;
- Must exercise excellent communication, interpersonal
and customer service skills;
- Must be courteous, tactful and work cooperatively
with others;
- Must be able to analyze situations and take effective
action using initiative, resourcefulness and good judgment.
Must work independently.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience:
- University degree from an accredited academic
institution in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business
Administration preferably with a professional certification as
chartered accountant or certified public accountant; four
years of relevant experience in finance, accounting and
budgeting;
- working experience in the area of microfinance
(microcredit projects) highly desirable;
- demonstrated experience in or familiarity with NGO
environment and/or working with vulnerable populations;
- excellent level of computer literacy; f) knowledge of
IPSAS and SAP highly desirable;
- knowledge of IOM accounting system, software and
procedure a distinct advantage.
Language:
- Thorough knowledge of written and spoken English.
Method of Application
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications
to email
address iomnigeriahr@iom.inton or
before 10 April, 2015.
In order for the applications to be considered valid, IOM only
accepts applications with a cover letter not more than one page
specifying the motivation for application, addressed
to The Chief of Mission, International Organization for
Migration (IOM) and with a subject line VN2015_06 (O)
-NAT Finance Assistant-AVRR.
All applications should include a functional e-mail address,
mobile number/s and detailed curriculum vitae (CV).Please note
this position is open to Nigerian nationals and only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.The applicant must be
able to live and work in Lagos.