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Job DescriptionBackgroundDiversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.UNDP has been working in India since 1951 in almost all areas of human development. Together with the Government of India and development partners, we have worked towards eradicating poverty, reducing inequalities, strengthening local governance, enhancing community resilience, protecting the environment, supporting policy initiatives and institutional reforms, and accelerating sustainable development for all.With projects and programmes in every state and union territory in India, UNDP works with national and subnational governments, and diverse development actors to deliver people-centric results, particularly for the most vulnerable and marginalized communities. As the integrator for collective action on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) within the UN system, we are committed to supporting the Government of India’s national development vision and priorities and accelerating the achievement of the SDGs for the people and the planet.UNDP India’s New Current Country Programme (2023-2027) Builds On Our Prior Work And Aims To Provide An Integrated Approach To Development Solutions In Three Strategic Portfolios

• Strong, accountable and evidence-led institutions for accelerated achievement of the SDGs
• Enhanced economic opportunities and social protection to reduce inequality, with a focus on the marginalized
• Climate-smart solutions, sustainable ecosystems, and resilient development for reduced vulnerability

South-South cooperation, gender equality and social inclusion are promoted across the pillars. The programme is supported by a framework of renewed partnerships and blended finance solutions, strategic innovation and accelerator labs, and data and digital architecture.You are invited to join a team of future-smart development professionals to support India in achieving the national and globally agreed goals. As part of the UNDP team, your focus will be to work with diverse stakeholders to find country-specific solutions that lead to sustainable development and reach those furthest behind first.Office/Unit/Project DescriptionThe UNDP has engaged with the State Government of Uttarakhand to provide technical support in several sectors for implementation of flagship Government programmes, externally aided projects and State schemes and programmes. Under this collaboration UNDP in Uttarakhand will also be supporting the Department of Skill Development and Employment in mobilization of high quality human resource within and implementation of capacity building training plan of existing and newly recruited professionals will lead to directly in achievement of the World Bank funded Uttarakhand Workforce Development Project (UKWDP) objectives of improving the quality and relevance of training at priority Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and of increasing the number of labor-market-relevant workers through short-term training in Uttarakhand.The UKWDP will contribute to these objectives by supporting Uttarakhand to strengthen the delivery of skills and training programs to produce higher-quality workers with relevant market skills and increase access. This state-level skills development project would also play a strategic role in the World Bank’s engagement in the skills agenda at the national level. An in-depth experience and lessons from Uttarakhand would inform the national-level engagement and could also provide a demonstration effect. There would be close linkages and synergies between the proposed project and the national-level engagements.UNDP will therefore support the Uttarakhand Workforce Development Project in the hiring of a team of professionals and provide capacity-building support through training, workshops, exposure visits and Knowledge Management along with documentation of best practices. The team of professionals will help the project in the implementation and monitoring of project activities while as UNDP team of experts will provide timely capacity-building training to strengthen the delivery of skills and training programs and to produce higher-quality workers with relevant market skills and increase access.In the context of the above, UNDP is looking to hire Finance Assistant to support the State Project Implementation Unit of UKWDP /Department of Skill Development and Employment in the implementation of the project. The incumbent will perform duties under the direct supervision of the UNDP State Head and State Project Implementation Unit of UKWDP /Department of Skill Development and Employment, Uttarakhand India.Duties And Responsibilities

• Managing the funds provided for state-level activities under the project, including monitoring project accounts and costs.
• Ensuring full knowledge and systematic application of the World Bank’s procedures and requirements for financial management.
• Reporting to the Finance Controller/ Senior Finance officer of the state government deputed for the implementation of UKWDP
• Acting as a support and reference person for all project-related financial management tasks.
• Preparing annual estimates and budget for the project at state level.
• Ensuring maintenance of project accounts as per standard procedures.
• Preparing half yearly Interim Unaudited Financial Reports (IUFR) relevant for the component on short term training.
• Reviewing and monitoring the financial management arrangements for the project.
• Perform any other related task assigned by the Mission Director, UKSDM
• Exposure in computerized accounting especially in Tally software.

Direct Reporting To: State Head, UttarakhandOverall Reporting To:Chief Adviser – SDG Acceleration UnitReportees to this position (if applicable):NilCompetenciesAchieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadlineThink Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvementsLearn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedbackAdapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexibleAct with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confidentEngage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationshipsEnable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discriminationCross-Functional & Technical competenciesBusiness Direction and StrategyStrategic Thinking - Ability to develop effective strategies and prioritized plans in line with UNDP’s objectives, based on the systemic analysis of challenges, potential risks, and opportunities, linking the vision to reality on the ground, and creating tangible solutionsBusiness DevelopmentKnowledge Generation - Ability to research and turn information into useful knowledge, relevant for context or responsive to a stated needIntegration within the UN - Ability to identity and integrate capacity and assets of the UN system, and engage in joint work; knowledge of the UN System and ability to apply this knowledge to strategic and/or practical situations.Business ManagementProject Management - Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and control resources, procedures and protocols to achieve specific goalsDigital InnovationDigital storytelling and communications - Skilled in building a narrative around a set of data and its accompanying visualizations to help convey the meaning of that data in a powerful and compelling fashion.Partnership ManagementRelationship management - Ability to engage with a wide range of public and private partners, build, sustain and/or strengthen working relations, trust and mutual understandingEducationRequired Skills and Experience

• Secondary education is required.
• University degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline will be given due consideration but not a requirement.

Experience

• Secondary education with Minimum of 05 years of experience. Proven ability to prepare necessary financial reports including budget preparation, maintaining books of accounts, statements of expenditure etc. i.e., Ability to establish recognized procedures to account for fund use.
• Minimum two years of experience with a bachelor’s/university degree would be given due consideration

Skills

• Significant working experience in Government or relevant multilateral institutions;
• Sound knowledge of UNDP rules and regulations, policies, procedures and practices.
• Experience in implementing large scale development or government programmes.
• Good communication, interpersonal and presentation skills, with an ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• Establish, build and sustain effective relationships, partnerships and alliances, advocate effectively and communicate sensitively.
• Identifies problems and propose solutions.
• Works as a team member.

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