About UN Support Office in Haiti

UN Support Office in Haitiis part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Job Summary

This Finance and Budget Officer (Chief of Unit, Finance) (Tjo), P3 position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact within UN Support Office in Haiti’s work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Based in Haiti, you will contribute your expertise to advance the organization’s mission and support international cooperation on critical global challenges. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment while contributing to meaningful outcomes that benefit communities worldwide.

Key Details

• Job Title:Finance and Budget Officer (Chief of Unit, Finance) (Tjo), P3
• Grade:P-3
• Location:Port-au-Prince, Haiti
• Department:UN Support Office in Haiti
• Contract Type:Professional Staff
• Salary Range:$70,212.0 – $90,676.0 USD annually

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: An advanced university degree (Masters degree or equivalent) in business administration, public administration, finance or in a related area is required.
• Academic Qualifications: A first-level university degree in combination with two years of qualifying experience in accounting, budget or finance may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree..
• Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• Language: For this job opening, English is required.
• Language: Spanish and French are desirable.
• Language: The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).
• Language: Required Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking English UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II Desirable Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking Spanish UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II French UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II.
• A minimum of (5) years of progressively responsible experience in finance, budget, administration, public administration, business administration or related area is required.

Skills

• Professionalism: Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter in accounting and budget principles and ability to apply financial regulations, rules, and procedures in an international or national environment.
• Ability to apply conceptual, analytical and evaluative skills in financial management.
• Ability to conduct independent research and analysis, identify issues, formulate options and make conclusions and recommendations in support of decision-making.
• Shows pride in work and in achievements.
• Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns.
• Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
• Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
• Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments and adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently..
• Experience in cost management, budget formulation, financial monitoring, accounting, audit financial reporting or other related areas is required.
• Experience in translating strategies into financial plans and operations is desirable.
• Experience using ERP in international or multi-national organization is desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply