IP Senior Admin Financial Compliance Associate

Established in 1951, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is a related organization of the United Nations and a leading agency in the field of migration. IOM works closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners to promote humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. The organization focuses on saving lives, protecting people on the move, addressing displacement challenges, and facilitating regular migration pathways while offering services and advice to governments and migrants. IOM is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and supportive workplace where employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply, and reasonable accommodations are provided throughout the recruitment process when required.

Key Responsibilities

Support the review of systems and processes for implementing partners (IPs), including budget and financial reviews, risk mitigation, and other procedural assessments. Evaluate IP Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), capacity assessments, performance scorecards, and related tools to propose improvements aimed at enhancing financial and fiduciary accountability. Assist in developing benchmark costs for IP staff and office expenses to guide budget reviews. Contribute to initiatives that strengthen the IP unit and build staff capacity by providing training and guidance.

Recommend tools, generate data analytics, and propose service standards for the IP sub-unit. Collaborate to improve relevant modules within the IOM Pakistan Portal. Mentor IPs on systems and processes to promote accountability and transparency. Conduct IP Capacity Assessments, prepare reports identifying risk levels, and highlight areas for improvement.

Review IP budget proposals to ensure reasonableness of line items and unit costs, reflecting market rates and justified effort levels. Support the preparation of work programs for IP financial reviews and determine the extent of substantive testing based on capacity assessment outcomes. Ensure IP procurement transactions comply with IOM procurement rules and mission-specific instructions. Mentor and monitor IP procurement processes, including tender procedures, supplier verification, and spot checks.

Conduct quality control checks on IP-related files and payment requests. Perform assurance procedures for transactions materially impacting financial reports. Manage housekeeping tasks related to open engagements and provide updates on outstanding items in the accounting system. Maintain a comprehensive filing system for all IP-related documentation from initiation to closure. Provide ad hoc translation of documents from Urdu to English and perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Education:
- University degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited institution with four years of relevant professional experience; or
- Completed high school education from an accredited institution with six years of relevant professional experience.
- Professional certification such as Chartered Accountant or Certified Public Accountant is an advantage.

Experience:
- Proven experience in finance and accounting.
- Experience in project finance reporting and knowledge of audit or implementing partner review processes.

Skills:
- Familiarity with UN accounting systems, procedures, and ERP systems is a distinct advantage.
- Ability to prepare clear, concise reports and analyze data effectively.
- High computer literacy, including excellent knowledge of Excel and proficiency in other MS Office applications.

Languages:
- Fluency in at least one of IOM’s official languages (English, French, or Spanish) is required. Language proficiency will be assessed during the selection process.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

Professional certifications and prior experience with UN systems are considered assets. IOM offers a workplace culture that values diversity, inclusion, integrity, professionalism, courage, and empathy. Staff are expected to demonstrate competencies such as teamwork, delivering results, knowledge sharing, accountability, and effective communication. For those with managerial responsibilities, leadership, empowerment, trust-building, strategic thinking, and humility are essential.

Appointment is subject to funding confirmation, medical fitness, accreditation, residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. IOM maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy regarding misconduct, including sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, discrimination, and abuse of authority. The recruitment process is free of charge, and applications must be submitted through the official IOM e-Recruitment system. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.