Header

UNOY Financial Coordinator

2:24:00 PM

For the International Secretariat in The Hague, UNOY is looking for an
experienced, dynamic and communicative
Financial Coordinator
We, the United Network of Young Peacebuilders have a vision: a future in which youth take on their critical role towards building a world where peace, justice, solidarity and respect for human dignity prevail.
It is our mission to link up youth organisations in a global network of young peacebuilders, aiming to increase capacities of member organisations and to sustain the positive impact of youth on societies.
The UNOY Peacebuilders is a youth-led network of youth organisations working towards peaceful societies. We embrace and cherish values of non-violence, diversity, inclusion and participation.
At UNOY young people have an opportunity to gain work experience in the field of peacebuilding, join an enthusiastic international team, learn new skills and be in contact with youth and organisations from around the world.
We are registered in The Netherlands and our International Secretariat is located in the international capital of peace and justice: The Hague. The secretariat is run by an international team and includes interns and occasional volunteers.
In keeping with our values, UNOY is governed by a youth led Board, and the member organisations can exercise influence over the network through the International Steering Group. The management of the network is done on the basis of shared leadership between the International Network & Programme Coordinator and the International Secretariat & Outreach Coordinator that make up the Management Team.
Important notice: we can offer positions only to legal residents or citizens of the EU. We embrace multiculturalism and encourage men as well as applicants from a non-European background to apply. Due to the nature of the organisation we generally only consider applicants under the age of 35.
Candidates should send their resume (max 2 A4) and motivation letter (max 1 A4) to the International Secretariat of UNOY Peacebuilders, E-mail:matilda.flemming@unoy.org, with "Financial Coordinator" in the subject line.
Deadline for written submissions is May 16, 2013. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, thus we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
Job interviews will be held in the week of May 20 (first round) and the week of May 27 (possible second round).
Starting date: as soon as possible   

Description of the position – Financial Coordinator

Purpose of the position

  • Ensuring sound financial administration of and reporting on UNOY funds, including providing support to budgeting, ensuring efficient bookkeeping and timely financial reporting and archiving of UNOY's projects.
  • Providing all relevant support for the annual financial and accounting reports

Position in the organisation

  • The Financial Coordinator is accountable to the International Secretariat and Outreach Coordinator (ISOC).

Result areas

Bookkeeping:
  • Ensure all UNOY financial transactions are registered in the bookkeeping system
  • Provide quarterly financial updates to the ISOC and provide financial overviews of running projects of UNOY upon management request.
  • Control cashbox and draft quarterly reports
Annual financial reporting:
  • Provide all relevant material and information for the annual accounts and maintain contacts with the auditor concerning the preparation of these financial reports.
Project budgeting:
  • Check proposed budgets of projects with the financial year plans and donor requirements and ensure that budgets fit financial boundaries set by the Board.
Payments:
  • Execute payments, electronically and in cash
  • Control payments by MT members according to policy documents
  • Draft letters on financial matters for staff and the Board

Profile

  • Age preferably below 35.
Knowledge
  • Relevant degree in finance, accounting, business administration or similar. 
  • Sound knowledge of bookkeeping and financial reporting principles, methodology and software
Experience
  • Three year proven work experience in a similar organization with similar responsibilities
Skills
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Working language proficiency in English. Dutch, French and/or Spanish is an asset.
Attitude
  • Team player;
  • Proactive;
  • Cost-sensitive;
  • Well organized, accurate and consistent;
  • Calm, relaxed, able to deal with stress;
  • Flexible;
We offer:
  • A dynamic, hectic and rewarding working environment
  • An international working environment both in office and within the network
  • Access to a global network of young peacebuilders
  • Occasional opportunities to travel within and outside of Europe for UNOY’s projects and external meetings and trainings
Salary:
0,6 FTE Gross Salary: € 860 – 960 monthly (approximately) depending on education and experience. UNOY Peacebuilders covers work related travel expenses within the Netherlands
This is a part-time (0,6 FTE) position.
Starting date: as soon as possible.

Post a Comment