Administrative Specialist/ Finance “ESP”

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The GIZ Energy Support Programme is working with the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT) on the development of the energy sector in Viet Nam. The current technological focus is on solar power, wind power, bioenergy, energy access and energy efficiency and smart grid.

The Energy Support Programme (ESP) is looking for a qualified candidate to fill the following position:

Administrative Specialist/ Finance “ESP”
Duty station: Hanoi, Vietnam
Duration: ASAP until 31.01.2025 with the possible extension

Main responsibilities:

• Implementation and monitoring of the financial accounting system such as budget preparation and monitoring, cash flow forecasting and monitoring, cost monitoring etc. for the assigned project(s) of energy support programme (ESP) in line with GIZ standard procedures;
• Ensuring that the financial services within the programme are carried out in accordance with GIZ financial and accounting guidelines and with standard procedures for project accounting systems;
• Effectively coordinating with the technical officers in the various ESP sub-teams as well as with colleagues of the finance section at GIZ country office or finance department at GIZ head office;
• Ensuring effective and efficient communication and flow of information within the projects/programme;
• Timesheet monitoring;
• Support and deputy other Admin Specialist – Finance when required.

Minimum requirements:

• University degree in accounting, financial management (equivalent to BA or MBA).
• At least 3-5 years’ professional experience in a comparable position. Experience in financial management of development projects is preferred.
• Good working knowledge of IT technologies (related accounting softwares including SAP and WINPACC is a must, phone, email, Internet etc.) and computer applications (e.g. MS Office).
• Experience in bookkeeping and budgeting of development projects fundeded by international donors.
• Must be able to carry out responsibilities and communicate in English.
• Willingness to upskill as required by the tasks to be performed – corresponding measures are agreed with management.

GIZ is committed to create an appreciative work environment, irrespective of age, ethnic background and nationality, gender and gender identity, physical and mental abilities, religion and worldview, sexual orientation and social background. We ensure human resource processes live up to the diverse competencies and talents of all employees, as well as satisfy our performance expectations.

What we can offer to the successful candidates:

• Good working environment
• Competitive compensation and benefit packages, including the additional health insurance and the 24-hours accident insurance.
• And good policy on training and development
• Policy on flexible working time

Interested qualified candidates are invited to send the GIZ Application Form in English, copies of relevant certificates and references, either by email (to [email protected]) or by post (to GIZ Office Hanoi, 6th Floor Hanoi Towers, 49 Hai Ba Trung Street, Hanoi, Vietnam) before 25^th August 2024.

Note: Please state “Application for the Administrative Specialist/Finance – ESP” in the subject line or on the envelope. The short-listed candidates will be contacted within 4 weeks after the deadline. Telephone contact is not encouraged.

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