Senior Programme Management Officer – Compliance

About the role

The Programme Management Office (PMO) Senior Officer (Compliance) supports the Asia Regional Health Cluster (ARHC) in ensuring transparent and accountable management of donor funds across the region. Reporting to the Head of PMO, the role focuses on assessing, monitoring and strengthening financial management practices of sub‑recipients and implementation partners.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and implement the annual compliance and capacity‑building work plan, assessing sub‑recipients' financial management systems before disbursements.
• Document, test and evaluate internal controls to ensure compliance with UNOPS regulations and donor requirements.
• Monitor financial risks, conduct field visits and spot‑checks, and follow up on audit findings to guarantee proper use of resources.
• Develop and deliver capacity‑building workshops, assist partners in creating finance manuals and SOPs, and update operational guidelines.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in accounting, finance, audit or a related field (or a Bachelor’s degree plus two years relevant experience).
• Minimum two years of professional experience in project accounting and financial statement preparation within an international organization.
• Knowledge of UNOPS financial rules and experience with ERP or other financial management electronic systems is an asset.

Required skills

• MS Office
• Google Suite
• ERP systems