Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Policy & Political roles)
CSSF – Conflict Stability and Security Fund
Due to COVID-19, you may experience some delay in the progress of this recruitment campaign. We are working hard to minimise any disruption. You may find more information in the Additional Information section below.
The British Embassy in Kyiv is part of a world-wide network, representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas and is now looking to recruit a temporary Finance Officer to join our Conflict, Stability and Security Fund (CSSF) Programmes Team. As a Finance Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring consistent and high quality financial management of the CSSF projects. Working closely with the Programme Finance Manager and wider Programmes Team, you will provide timely reliable financial reporting, forecast and risk updates.
This role is for a 6 month maternity cover. This is a great opportunity to gain experience of working with the British Embassy and be part of the team that delivers UK programming in Ukraine.
Working alongside the Programme Finance Manager, the Finance Projects Officer will have responsibility for project level finances at all stages of the project cycle.
Responsibilities will include:
- Assessment of the newly submitted project budgets, provision of appropriate recommendations to the Post Project Board and Strategic Objectives Leads; drafting financial provisions within the contracts and track contract/budget implementation, ensuring documentation is stored in accordance with FCDO guidelines;
- Overseeing the finances of the approved CSSF projects, reviewing project financial reporting to ensure delivery of project objectives;
- Ensuring that all project payments are processed according to the agreed payment schedules and in compliance with the FCDO requirements;
- Supporting and, when required, deputising for the Programme Finance Manager with monitoring of programme-level finance, and provide financial reporting to the seniors;
- Overseeing programme delivery budget (accommodation costs and corporate credit card expense reports);
- Supporting wider Programmes Team in implementer events or visits from London. Providing translation as required for senior officials.
- Proficient level of English and Ukrainian (written and spoken, minimum of C1 level for CEFR framework*);
- Experience managing project budgets and financial risks;
- Problem-solving skills and ability to lead on work strands independently;
- Ability to manage workload and deliver at pace whilst maintaining quality;
- Ability to communicate with different stakeholders.
- Relevant background working with the international NGOs, governments, IFIs and other donors;
- Financial management degree;
- Experience of international projects procurement procedures.
Making Effective Decisions, Collaborating and Partnering, Delivering Value for Money, Delivering at Pace
24 March 2021
B3 (L)
Fixed Term, Full-time
40
6 months
Europe, Eastern Europe & Central Asia
Ukraine
Kyiv
British Embassy
1
2,536.13 (gross)
1 May 2021
This is a fixed-term contract (maternity cover) of 6 months for 40 working hours per week including 1 hour per day for lunch.
The start date mentioned in the advert is just an expected start date. The appointment can start earlier or later depending on several factors.
British Embassy Kyiv will provide a full induction. The jobholder will have access to British Embassy Kyiv’s full learning and development offer, which includes the Foundation Programme in UK International Policy and Diplomacy and other related courses. This position provides an excellent opportunity to learn about the role of an Embassy and international relations/diplomacy in Ukraine.
All applicants should have the right to live and work in Ukraine. The British Embassy does not sponsor work permits.
The successful candidate will be subject to professional background and security clearance.
Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy in Kyiv is subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local Ukrainian employment law.
Please note that the deadline for applications is 23:55 on the day mentioned in the above field “Application deadline”.
We advise you to allow enough time to complete and submit your full application, since only applications completed and submitted before the deadline will be considered.
Please be aware that the deadline for submitting applications is considered to be the time zone for the country where the vacancy has arisen.
Please be advised that British Diplomatic Missions will not be able to meet the travel costs incurred when travelling to the interview, nor the costs connected with relocation if offered a position.
*Please refer to the “Common European Framework of Reference for Languages”. We are looking for a C1 level or equivalent. CEFR indicates Level C1 as mastery or proficiency level which can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognise implicit meaning. Can express him/herself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. Can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices. For more information please click on the following link CEFR. Please bear in mind in case you are invited for an interview your languages skills are going to be assessed.
Additional Information (due to COVID 19):
- You may experience some delay in the progress of this recruitment campaign and we are working hard to minimise any disruption;
- Interviews will be done remotely if the existing situation determines this to be the right course of action;
- Starting date may be delayed depending on circumstances at the time and it will be agreed with the selected candidate.
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