Асистент/ка фінансових проєктів для ООН Жінки / Finance Project Assistant for UN Women

As part of the UN system in Ukraine, UN Women supports national partners to implement their commitments to Women, Peace and Security Agenda (WPS), since 2015. UN Women has been providing technical assistance to develop, implement and monitor the first and the second National Action Plans for the implementation of UN SCR 1325 as well as other relevant international and national commitments related to the advancement of gender equality and women’s empowerment (GEWE) in Ukraine. In doing so, UN Women has partnered with and provided demand driven technical assistance to the key governmental institutions of the National Machinery for the Advancement at national, regional and local levels, and women’s CSOs and grassroots women, especially those affected by conflict and marginalized.

In 2020 the world commemorated the twentieth anniversary of the adoption of the landmark UNSCR 1325 on WPS, and Ukraine has adopted the second NAP 1325 covering the period 2021−2025. In April 2020, Ukraine also joined the UN Group of Friends of Women, Peace, and Security. The renewed country commitments to the advancement of gender equality and implementation of WPS agenda create a momentum to effectively address areas of WPS agenda, which require special attention. These, according to the UN Secretary General’s Report to the UN Security Council (2020) globally include:

a) radical shift in women’s meaningful participation in decision-making and in all states of peace processes,

b) unconditional defense of women’s rights as part of WPS agenda, c) greater investment in social infrastructure for human security

d) increase investments in women’s organizations, and

e) improve gender data for WPS.

Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Project Manager and in close collaboration with the Project Specialist, the Project Assistant contributes to the effective management of UN Women WPS portfolio. The Project Assistant supports the implementation of WPS portfolio by performing a variety of standard financial and administrative processes ensuring high quality and accuracy of work. S/he promotes a client friendly, timely, quality and results-oriented approach.

The Project Assistant works in close collaboration with the programme and projects staff and the Operations team to ensure consistent service delivery.

Requirements for candidates:

• 3 years of experience in administration and/or programme support service, in finance, procurement, HR, logistics or other related fields.
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc).
• Experience in handling web-based management systems (Enterprise Resource Planning systems) would be an advantage.
• Experience of working in international organizations/projects will be considered as an advantage.
• Basic analytical skills.
• Results-Based Approach.
• Strong communication skills.
• Quality Assurance.
• Self-Management and emotional intelligence.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with minimum supervision.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Familiarity with UN/UNDP procedures and experience with Quantum would be an asset.
• Ability to identify system errors and propose solutions.
• Bachelor degree or equivalent in Commerce, Business Administration, Accounting or any other related field would be desirable.
• Ukrainian, Level: Fluent, Required
• English, Level: Fluent, Required

You will have the opportunity to apply your talent while working for a noble cause. UN Volunteers receive a monthly living allowance (VLA), as well as life insurance and full health insurance.

This position comes with the following benefits and entitlements for UN Volunteers (National UN Volunteer Specialist):

• Monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) (equivalent in UAH): USD 1534
• Medical and life insurance: Cigna Private Insurance
• Annual leave: 30 days
• Certified sick leave: 30 days annually
• Uncertified sick leave: 7 days annually
• Learning leave: 10 days annually

To apply for a vacancy, please first register on the UN Volunteers platform https://app.unv.org/ and send an application using this link: https://app.unv.org/opportunities/1731118686690560

The final date to apply is August 14 inclusive.

To learn more about becoming a UN Volunteer, visit www.unv.org