Finance Associate -NPSA 7

A new full time opportunity for a Finance Associate -NPSA 7 has been announced by UNWOMEN in Dollow. Professionals with a background in Finance And Accounting and at least 7 - 8 years of experience are encouraged to apply. Qualified candidates are urged to apply before the Apr, 21 deadline. Job Identification33048 Posting Date04/07/2026, 02:55 PM Apply Before04/21/2026, 06:59 AM Job ScheduleFull time Locations Dolow, Somalia AgencyUN Women GradeNPSA-7 Vacancy TypeNational Personnel Service Agreement Job FunctionOperations Initial Contract Duration1 Year Education & Work ExperienceHigh School certificate- 7 year(s) experience Required LanguagesEnglish Desired LanguagesSomali Vacancy CategoryLocal Opportunities Vacancy Timeline2 Weeks Job Description Background: UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. UN Women Somalia works to advance gender equality and women’s empowerment by supporting government institutions, civil society, and communities. Guided by its triple mandate of normative support, UN coordination, and operational programming, UN Women focuses on key priorities including Women, Peace and Security (WPS), Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE), gender responsive humanitarian action and disaster risk reduction (Hum/DRR), and leadership through initiatives such as the Leadership, Empowerment, Access and Protection (LEAP) programme. Through these efforts, UN Women promotes women’s participation in decision making, strengthens livelihoods and resilience to climate and humanitarian shocks, and supports inclusive and sustainable development in Somalia. UN Women is a key implementing partner in the Strengthening the Resilience of Displaced and Host Communities in Dolow (SRDHT), funded by AfDB in collaboration with the Ministry of Planning, Investment and Economic Development (MoPIED), and jointly implemented with UNHCR, FAO, UN-Habitat and IOM UN Women leads the Women’s and Youth Economic Empowerment, Gender Equality and Leadership components, focusing === Skills & Qualifications === Minimum Qualification: Education and Certification: Completion of secondary education is required; Specialized national or international certification in accounting and finance is an asset; Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting is desirable; Successful completion of UN Women Accounting and Finance Test is required as part of the selection process. Experience: At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in finance is required. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems is required.; Experience in the use of a modern web-based ERP System, preferably Oracle Cloud, is desirable. Languages: Fluency in English is required; Knowledge of Somalia language is required; Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish). --- About Dollow --- Somalia is located in the Horn of Africa and has a growing job market, particularly in the humanitarian, development, and private sectors. Major employment hubs include Mogadishu, Hargeisa, Garowe, Baidoa, and Kismayo, with opportunities from international NGOs, UN agencies, government institutions, and an expanding private sector. Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Shaqo Buuxda • Maaliyadda • Shaqo Cusub

Minimum Qualification: Education and Certification: Completion of secondary education is required; Specialized national or international certification in accounting and finance is an asset; Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting is desirable; Successful completion of UN Women Accounting and Finance Test is required as part of the selection process. Experience: At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in finance is required. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems is required.; Experience in the use of a modern web-based ERP System, preferably Oracle Cloud, is desirable. Languages: Fluency in English is required; Knowledge of Somalia language is required; Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish).

Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form, including the sections on education and employment history, are completed. If all sections are not completed the application may be disqualified from the recruitment and selection process. Apply on employer site