Controller
JOB DETAIL
DUTY STATION
Geneva, Switzerland
COMMENCEMENT OF DUTY
To be determinedNATURE OF APPOINTMENT
Fixed-term – 2 years
Organizational Unit
Controller and Management Services
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.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Controller reports directly to the Assistant Secretary-General, and the incumbent will perform the following duties:
a) Supervises and provides strategic guidance to the areas of Finance, Budget, Internal Controls, and Corporate Information Technology in WMO;
b) Establishes, monitors and reports on the internal control system in the Organization, including the required internal control mechanisms, performance standards, and measurements to ensure the organization’s assets are protected, resources are efficiently and effectively utilized, and all operational transactions are in accordance with the WMO’s Regulations and Rules;
c) Coordinates all relations of WMO with External Auditors, the WMO Audit and Oversight Committee, the Joint Inspection Unit, and other relevant bodies as needed;
d) Ensures compliance with relevant accountability and internal control requirements manages the related reporting to WMO Constituent Bodies, Donors and Management;
e) Advises the Assistant Secretary-General on the development of broad organizational operational objectives and policy issues. Ensures issuance of operational and financial policies and their consistent application throughout the Organization;
f) Develops, implements, and ensures adherence to financial, accounting, budgetary and administrative policies and procedures;
g) Oversees the preparation and utilization of the organization’s budget. In collaboration with relevant divisions, monitors the allocation and financial implementation of the programme;
h) Formulates the organization’s financial plans and participates in the formulation of the strategic plans and related budget;
i) Monitors WMO’s financial performance to ensure achievement of organizational objectives and goals;
j) Reviews and analyzes financial statements and information and provides regular management updates;
k) Directs external financial reporting activities and ensures accurate and timely dissemination of financial reports and financial statements;
l) Leads the organization’s activities in reporting on the Organization’s financial implementation of regular and extra-budgetary activities;
m) Manages and approves financial operations related to the organization’s assets and liabilities, revenue, and expenses;
n) Leads and provides guidance to the activities of the Corporate Information Technology Section to ensure the provision of up-to-date IT infrastructure and services to WMO, including related internal controls over critical items such as cyber-security;
o) Leads the implementation and continuous enhancement of the organization’s enterprise resource planning system;
p) Promotes a culture that is results-oriented, efficient and based on trust and pursues measures to ensure that inclusion, gender balance and diversity are taken into due consideration in resource allocation;
q) Carry out other relevant duties as required.
| QUALIFICATIONS | ||
| Education Advanced university degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field; or an undergraduate degree with three additional years of experience, is required. An internationally recognized professional certification (e.g., CPA, CA, ACCA or equivalent) is required. Knowledge of IPSAS, IFRS or GAAP is highly desirable. |
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| Experience • 15 years of professional financial management experience at senior level in large organizations. • Background and knowledge of working with and reporting to multiple categories of donors – public sector, private sector and large funds is highly desirable. • Proven experience and strong record of presenting financial and internal control information to senior managers both within and external to the organization. • Experience working with and supporting corporate IT management functions, including ERP systems, is an asset. • Proven record of progressively responsible leadership experience in financial management and accounting with excellent people management skills. • Previous experience with the United Nations or international organizations with operations in humanitarian or development context is desired. |
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| Languages Excellent knowledge of English (both oral and written). 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.) |
The Secretary-General may appoint a candidate at a grade below the advertised grade of the post, with the possibility of promotion to that grade within three years of appointment, subject to satisfactory appraisal of performance.
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.
| SALARY AND ALLOWANCES | |
| Annual net base salary on initial appointment is: US$ 106023 | |
| Annual post adjustment on initial salary is: US$ 93724 (in addition to the net base salary) | |
Additional Information:
Applications should be made online through the WMO e-recruitment system at https://erecruit.wmo.int/public/.
Do not send your application via multiple routes. Only applicants in whom WMO has a further interest will be contacted.
Shortlisted candidates may be required to sit a written test and/or an interview.Date of issue of vacancy notice: 22 July 2024
