Food and Agriculture Organization
Experience: 5 to 10 Years
Skill Required: Accounts and Finance
Apply By: 30-09-2022
The main aim of the FAO Syria Country Office is to assist government to develop policies, programmes and projects to achieve food security and to reduce hunger and malnutrition, to develop the agricultural fisheries and forestry sectors, and to use their environmental and natural resources in a sustainable manner.
The FAO Representation in Syria is organized around three main units: Programme, Operations and Administration. The current portfolio of projects in Syria includes activities related to Crop production & protection, Animal Health & Livestock production, Water for production, Environment & Climate Change, Gender & Social Inclusion, and is implemented with humanitarian, transitional and development funding.
Reporting Lines
The Finance Specialist will work under the overall guidance of the FAO Representative and the direct supervision of the Assistant FAOR (Administration). Work is performed autonomously, showing a high degree of initiative, judgment and liability. Supervision received is focused on facilitating service delivery and on meeting client requirements. The incumbent effectively organizes and supervises other finance support staff and provides relevant guidance and training.
Technical Focus
The Finance Specialist undertakes high-level and specialized finance-related support activities. He/she leads and coordinates the financial support work of the unit, ensuring the quality, transparency and consistency of processes. The job role requires in-depth knowledge and interpretation of financial policies, procedures and practices.
Tasks and responsibilities
Candidates Will Be Assessed Against The Following
Minimum Requirements
Technical/Functional Skills