Overview
The Finance and Operations Specialist will support the effective implementation of the ADAPT Jamaica project by providing integrated financial and operational support, focusing on budget monitoring, financial reporting, procurement follow-up, and operational tracking.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor project budget execution and support financial forecasts and expenditure reports.
- Track commitments, disbursements, and available resources.
- Support budget revisions and cash forecasts.
- Maintain financial records and ensure timely transaction entry.
- Support implementation, monitoring, and documentation of cash transfer and supplier-delivered beneficiary grant programs.
- Process payments, advances, and reimbursements.
- Support preparation of periodic financial reports.
- Monitor and follow up on Letters of Agreement (LoAs) and contracts.
- Support financial follow-up of agreements with the Operational Partner (JSIF).
- Prepare requisitions, track orders, and liaise with suppliers.
- Support contract administration for consultants and service providers.
- Maintain asset records.
- Support planning and implementation follow-up of project activities.
- Maintain implementation trackers and flag bottlenecks, risks, and delays.
- Ensure project information is updated in corporate systems and documentation is maintained.
- Liaise with FAO units and national partners on financial and operational matters.
- Coordinate with the AFAOR Administration on financial and administrative processes.
- Support preparation of progress, technical, and financial reports.
- Assist in audits, evaluations, and donor reporting processes.
- Perform any other related duties as required.
Required Experience
- At least three years of relevant experience in financial and administrative support, preferably within international organizations or development projects.
- Previous experience working with international organizations, preferably within the UN system or FAO is an asset.
- Familiarity with financial and administrative procedures in development or agriculture-related projects is considered an asset.
Qualifications
• University degree or technical training in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, public administration, accounting, industrial engineering, economics, or a related field.
