About United Nations Conference on Trade and Development

United Nations Conference on Trade and Developmentis 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 (Temporary Job Opening), P3 position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact within United Nations Conference on Trade and Development’s work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Based in Switzerland, 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 (Temporary Job Opening), P3
• Grade:P-3
• Location:Geneva, Switzerland
• Department:United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
• Contract Type:Temporary Assignment
• Salary Range:$70,212.0 – $90,676.0 USD annually

Qualifications

• Advanced university degree (Masters degree or equivalent) in business administration, finance, or related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For th is job opening, English is required. Either Arabic or Chinese (Mandarin) or Russian or French or Spanish is desirable. 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). 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 Arabic UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I Chinese (Mandarin) UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I Russian UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I French UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I Spanish UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I
• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in finance, administration, budget, business administration or related area is required. Experience with ERP applications such as Umoja and particularly the finance module as well as experience in using Business Intelligence is required. Experience in preparing financial reports to various donors is required. Experience in the use of information technology tools for financial analys is and monitoring of budget is desirable. Experience in Umoja or ERP role mapping and user provisioning is desirable.

Skills

• Professionalism: Knowledge of financial principles and practices. Ability to independently conduct research and analys is, formulate options and present conclusions and recommendations. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; 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. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be clients and seeks to see things from clients point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Benefits

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

How to Apply