Operations Analyst (Finance and Administration)

About the role

The Operations Analyst (Finance and Administration) will provide essential operational, logistical and administrative support for the UNDP Spotlight Programme in Sierra Leone, ensuring compliance with UNDP rules and the financial regulations of partner UN agencies.

Key responsibilities

• Support financial management and administrative coordination for the Spotlight Programme, monitoring budgets, expenditures and delivery rates.
• Review payment requests, invoices and supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance before processing.
• Assist partner UN agencies with budget planning, forecasting, revisions and financial projections.
• Maintain filing systems, track deadlines for payments, contracts and reporting, and coordinate meetings, workshops and events.
• Support procurement and contract management in line with UNDP policies, preparing and reviewing related documentation.
• Monitor vendor invoices, contracts and payment schedules, and coordinate with suppliers to resolve issues.
• Contribute to asset and inventory tracking, improve operational workflows and ensure documentation for audits and evaluations.

Required profile

• Experience in financial administration, budgeting and procurement within an international or UN context.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to monitor deadlines and ensure compliance with policies.
• Good organizational skills for coordinating meetings, events and documentation.

Required skills

• Financial management and budgeting
• Procurement and contract administration
• Document filing and record‑keeping