Project Operations and Finance Analyst

UNDP; Islamabad; On-site; PKR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

UNDP Pakistan invites applications for a Project Operations & Finance Analyst within the Rule of Law Programme. The role focuses on financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and administrative support to ensure compliant and timely programme delivery.

The analyst will consolidate budgets, monitor expenditures, support financial reporting, and assist with audits, while coordinating procurement and HR actions. Fluency in English and Urdu is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance/Accounting or equivalent
• Bachelor's + 2 years experience acceptable
• Professional accounting qualifications advantageous

Responsibilities

• Manage programme financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Prepare and consolidate budgets, workplans, and financial forecasts.
• Monitor budget utilization and identify funding gaps.
• Process budget revisions.
• Monitor expenditures, commitments, and balances.
• Review financial transactions for accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare budget-versus-expenditure analyses.
• Support financial reporting and donor compliance.
• Maintain audit-ready financial records for audits.
• Assist with internal and external audits.
• Coordinate procurement and HR actions.
• Provide financial and operational advice and updates for decision-making.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing on financial matters.

Skills

Financial planning

Budgeting

Resource management

Risk management

Operations management

Systems thinking

Project management

Financial analysis

Cash-flow planning

UNDP rules

Education

Master's degree in Finance/Accounting

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience

Professional accounting qualifications

Job description

Organizational context: The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Pakistan implements a Rule of Law Programme focused on strengthening justice and security services, particularly for women and marginalized groups. The programme collaborates with government institutions to enhance peace and stability. This role supports the effective implementation of the programme by providing financial management, operational coordination, and administrative support, ensuring efficient and compliant resource utilization.

Job purpose: The Project Operations & Finance Analyst will provide critical financial management, operational coordination, and administrative support for the UNDP's Rule of Law Programme in Pakistan. This role is essential for ensuring the efficient, accountable, and timely implementation of programme activities. The Analyst will support sound budget planning, financial analysis, forecasting, expenditure review, and reporting, adhering strictly to UNDP and donor requirements. By providing expert advice and maintaining audit-ready records, the Analyst will contribute to effective resource utilization, risk management, and overall programme success. The position requires close collaboration with programme management and Country Office colleagues to anticipate operational needs, resolve bottlenecks, and ensure compliance, ultimately supporting the programme's objective of restoring public confidence and service delivery in the justice and rule of law sectors.

Responsibilities: The Project Operations & Finance Analyst is responsible for specialized financial management, operational coordination, and administrative support for the Rule of Law Programme. Key duties include managing programme financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting; preparing and consolidating budgets, workplans, and financial forecasts; monitoring budget utilization and identifying funding gaps; and processing budget revisions. The role involves monitoring programme expenditures, commitments, and balances, reviewing financial transactions for accuracy and compliance, and preparing budget-versus-expenditure analyses. Additionally, the Analyst will support financial reporting, ensure compliance with donor and UNDP regulations, maintain organized financial records for audit readiness, and assist with internal and external audits. The position also entails coordinating day-to-day operational and administrative processes, including planning finance, procurement, and HR actions, and liaising with relevant UNDP Country Office functions. Providing financial and operational advice, quality assurance, and management support, including regular updates and analysis for decision-making, is also a core responsibility. The Analyst will contribute to knowledge building and knowledge sharing on financial matters.

Education: An Advanced (Master's) University Degree in Finance/Accounting or a professional accounting qualification is required. A Bachelor's degree with an additional two years of qualifying experience is also acceptable. Candidates with professional accounting qualifications have an advantage. Fluency in English and Urdu is required.

Work experience: A minimum of two years of relevant professional experience in financial management, programme operations, budgeting, or administration is required for candidates with a Master's degree. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree require a minimum of four years of such experience. Experience in programme financial management, including budget planning, expenditure monitoring, forecasting, and financial analysis, is essential.

Skills: Financial planning and budgeting, resource management, risk management, operations management, systems thinking, project management, financial analysis, cash-flow planning, and knowledge of UNDP financial rules and procedures.

Required languages: English, Urdu

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