VACANCY NOTICE NO: 1993
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION:
24 April 2017
Recruitment Completed
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POST
Chief, Finance Division, FIN/REM
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GRADE
P5
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DUTY STATION
Geneva, Switzerland
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COMMENCEMENT OF DUTY
1 October 2017
or as soon as possible thereafter
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NATURE OF APPOINTMENT
Fixed-term - 2 years
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ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT
Finance (FIN) Division
Administrative Services (ADM) Department
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WMO is committed to achieving diversity and a balanced workforce. Applications are welcome from qualified women and men, including those with disabilities. The statutory retirement age after 1 January 2014 is 65. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.
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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the supervision of the Director, Resource Management (REM) Department, the incumbent is responsible for the overall management and control of the financial operations of WMO. In particular, the incumbent will perform the following duties:
(a) Supervise the Finance Division;
(b) Direct the provision of financial and treasury services, the maintenance of the related documents and records;
(c) Develop and implement financial regulations, procedures, standards and plans to ensure correct practices and adequate control;
(d) Provide authoritative advice to senior management in regard to financial practices;
(e) Review and approve payments in respect of financial transactions; preparing reports and such statements as required internally or by various organs of the United Nations;
(f) Draft documents for Congress and the Executive Council on financial matters;
(g) Advise on financial aspects of agreements, contracts, and project documents to which WMO subscribes;
(h) Provide the external and internal audit with information of a financial nature required during the conduct of their work and prepare replies to audit observations in collaboration with other departments of WMO if applicable;
(i) Take part in inter-agency and external meetings dealing with finance;
(j) Carry out other relevant duties as required.
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QUALIFICATIONS
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Education
Advanced university degree or equivalent in Finance, Business Administration or a closely related field.
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Experience
At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, finance, and general administration, including at least seven years in an international organization. Demonstrated knowledge and hands-on experience of the International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS). Demonstrated experience in the effective utilization of ERP systems. Experience in the implementation of an ERP system and/or experience in the operational use of Oracle Financials are definite advantages.
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Other requirements
High sense of integrity, responsibility, maturity of judgment, quality orientation and accuracy. Ability to plan, organize and supervise the work of staff and teams and to work in a multi-cultural environment and able to foster team spirit. Ability to play an active role as part of a management team. Ability and propensity to use computer technology to improve efficiency and quality of work. Ability to write clearly and succinctly. Familiarity with the United Nations Regulations, Rules and Procedures pertaining to financial and related areas would be an advantage.
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Languages
Excellent knowledge of English. Knowledge of other official languages of the Organization would be an advantage.
(Note: The official languages of the Organization are Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish.)
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Possibility of renewal subject to the availability of funds and pending satisfactory performance after an initial probationary period of one year which can be extended up to a maximum of two years.
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| SALARY AND ALLOWANCES |
Annual net base salary on initial appointment is: US$ 92731 |
Annual post adjustment on initial salary is: US$ 73536 (in addition to the net base salary) |
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Additional Information:
Only applicants in whom WMO has a further interest will be contacted. Shortlisted candidates may be required to sit a written assessment and/or an interview. The interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of 19 to 23 June 2017.
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| Date of issue of vacancy notice:
27 March 2017
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