European Management Solutions is in the process of identifying 1 expert for the EC tender “African Peace Facility – Technical Assistance Service Contract, African Union and Regional Economic Communities/Regional Mechanisms (EMS 4578)”.
Global objective:
The overall objective is to provide the AUC and RECs/RMs with high-quality and timely external expertise for facilitating the implementation of programmes related to the Action Plan of Peace and Security Partnership. A particular focus will be the operationalization of the APSA, via individual long-term assignments.
Required qualifications:
The expert must have a proven abilit to work in the African context and in difficult environments if needed. They must have interpersonal, diplomatic and political skills, and be able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team. A good knowledge of EDF procedures and project and financial management can b required for specific assignments.
Qualifications and Skills:
Minimum:
• Relevant university degree or equivalent experience (a suitable combination of education, training, or experience is acceptable).
• Experience with the use of SAP (Systems Applications and Products in Data Processing) and Integrated Management Information System (IMIS).
• Excellent reporting skills (oral and written).
• Excellent spoken and written English.
• Medical fitness for duty in Kenya, Ethiopia and Somalia.
Preferred:
• Very good knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) International Public Sector Accounting Standard (IPSAS).
• Advanced training in International Accounting Standards (IAS) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation or comparable designations
General professional experience:
• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in the area of financial management
Specific professional experience
Minimum:
• At least 5 years of experience in accounting.
• Experience in auditing and / or internal control and / or risk assessment.
• Experience in training, capacity development and/or consultancy.
• Strong sense of diplomacy; cultural sensitivity; capacity to work in a multicultural environment.
• Experience in peace support operations in Africa (i.e. practices, procedures; finances; logistics; shipping and customs, contingent own equipment procedures and finances; troop allowances)
Preferred:
• Familiarity with European Commission contract procedures, especially with European Development Fund financed projects and programmes.
• Familiarity with the United Nations systems.
• Field experience, especially in the Horn of Africa.
• Experience with African Union organisation; procurement; administrative procedures and rules.
General remarks:
Please send resumes in English/French/Spanish to employment@europeansolutions.nl under the heading “Senior finacial management expert (main focus of peace suppot operations, AMISOM)(EMS 4578)”. When sending your application please include an indication of your desired remuneration (day-rate). Please also make sure that you include one or more telephone numbers.
Please note that being included in a tender does not yet constitute a job and does not guarantee employment. Please also note that references are appreciated, but cover letters are not.
Because of the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates personally and are unable to accept phone calls related to the position.
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