The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. UNOPS supports partners to build a better future by providing services that increase the efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability of peace building, humanitarian and development projects. Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organizations.

UNOPS Geneva Office is part of the Global Portfolio Office (GPO), and manages one of the UNOPS largest portfolios. It provides quality services and integrated solutions to its partners in the areas of operational support (including HR, Procurement, Finance, Travel, Administration and ICT) as well as management of grants and trust funds. The Geneva Office also hosts global entities working in support of health, nutrition, humanitarian support, sustainable urban development and disaster displacement

Under the direct supervision of the Finance Specialist and overall guidance of the Head of Fiance, the Finance Senior Officer supports in ensuring efficient financial management, provision of accurate financial information and effective delivery of financial services by the finance unit. He/she supports in the analysis and interpretation of UNOPS Financial Rules and Regulations, Organisation Directives, Administrative Instructions and guidance notes and provides solutions to a wide spectrum of financial issues. He/she assists in ensuring the effective and transparent utilisation of financial resources, the integrity of financial services and promotes a client-oriented approach consistent with UNOPS polices. The Finance Senior Officer works in close collaboration with the programme, operations, and project teams in the portfolios, IPAS, FG and clients and partners ensuring successful delivery of financial services.

1. Implementation of operational strategies and support to portfolio management.
2. Budget preparation, financial reporting, monitoring and control.
3. Accounting, payments, treasury and administrative support.
4. Capacity building and knowledge sharing.

a. Education

• Master’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Management or related field or
• A first-level university degree with additional 4 years’ experience in finance, reporting, budget, accounting, auditing may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree;
• Professional certification in accounting (CA, CPA, ACCA, ACA, CIMA, etc.), audit (CIA) or equivalent desirable and considered an asset

b. Experience

• A minimum of 4 years of experience at national or international level with responsibility for project accounting, budgeting and financial reporting in computerised environment;
• Practical experience with UN / UNOPS financial rules, regulations and procedures in accounting, budget, reporting etc is considered an asset.
• A thorough knowledge of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is considered an asset;
• Good knowledge of budget management, accounting and reporting for global multi-donor and mult-partner, multi-country and regional projects and programmes;
• Good knowledge with the use of ERPs and financial applications is considered an asset;
• Solid computer skills, including proficiency in word processing and spreadsheets;

• Fluency in both written and spoken English is required.
• Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset.

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx

Please note that the selected candidate may be responsible for arranging, to a standard deemed acceptable by UNOPS, secure internet connections, a laptop, and/or any equipment necessary for work (as defined by UNOPS).

This position is based in Switzerland and the contract fee is not exempt from Swiss laws, including but not limited to laws regarding taxation, social security, accident and health insurance. The incumbent will be required to pay taxes, social security and any other legal requirements under Swiss laws.

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

Terms and Conditions

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. For more information on a retainer contract here.
• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.