Finance Officer Job at UNICEF Nigeria

UNICEF’s mission in Nigeria is to help governments at all levels, organizations, communities and families provide every child with education, health, equality and protection.

UNICEF Nigeria is recruiting to fill the following job position:


Job Title: Finance Officer, NOB.

Vacancy number: VN-NGR-31-2012
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Duration: Two years
Location: Abuja

Job Description
UNICEF Nigeria seeks the services of experienced Finance Officer who will under the supervision of the Finance Specialist in the country office, supervise the finance and accounts functions including the area of finance and accounting, control, recording, reporting of assets, liabilities and income. Monitors the appropriate disbursement of funds and payments of accounts in accordance with rules, regulations and establishedbudgetary limits.

Minimum Qualification & Competencies:

• First University Degree or its equivalent in Accountancy, Finance or related fields. Advanced University degree in appropriate field or professional accounting qualification (e.g. ICAN), an asset.
• Knowledge of International Public Sector Accounting Standards ,it (IPSAS) is desirable.
• Minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in Finance and Accounts at managerial level in a recognized institution; experience in electronic data processing and sound knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles is required. Practical experience in SAP is highly desirable.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of another UN working language and local working language of the duty station an asset.
• Good knowledge of computer application. Knowledge of spreadsheet and word processing and other presentation software required.
• Ability to work effectively with minimum supervision and harmoniously in an international and multicultural environment.
• Passion and commitment to UNICEF’s mission and professional values.

Application Deadline: 9th October 2012

Method of Application
If you are interested in any of this position and meet the requirement, please send a cover letter one-page summary statement that describes how your experience and qualifications relate to the post and a scanned /PDF copy of the completed and signed UN Personal History Form (Please Download Here) to nrecruit@unicef.org by close of business on Tuesday,  09 October 2012.

Please indicate the position title you are applying for on the subject line of your email.

UNICEF, a smoke-free environment, is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff. Well qualified candidates, particularly women are strongly encouraged to apply.

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