Director, Programme Planning and Budget Division

Job Posting Organization:
The Programme Planning and Budget Division (PPBD) is a crucial part of the United Nations, responsible for formulating plans and forecasting resource requirements in alignment with legislative intent. The division develops and implements policies, procedures, and methodologies related to the programme budget, ensuring that the financial regulations and rules of the UN are adhered to. PPBD plays a vital role in preparing and presenting budget outlines, performance reports, and other financial documents to legislative bodies, thereby facilitating informed decision-making on budgetary issues. The division encourages staff development and innovation, aiming for continuous improvement in processes and technology utilization.

Job Overview:
The Director of the Programme Planning and Budget Division is tasked with overseeing the division's operations and ensuring alignment with the UN's financial regulations. This role involves strategic leadership in planning, implementing, and overseeing programme planning and budgeting activities. The Director will contribute to the formulation of departmental strategies and policies, manage the division's work programme, and ensure timely delivery of outputs. The position requires collaboration with various UN entities and stakeholders, providing guidance on budgetary matters and reinforcing a culture of results-based management. The Director will also be responsible for enhancing the division's capabilities through innovation and modernization of policies and processes, ensuring transparency and accountability in financial management.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Director will manage the Programme Planning and Budget Division, contributing to the formulation of overall strategies and policies. Responsibilities include developing and implementing policies and procedures, providing strategic guidance to budget-funded entities, overseeing the preparation of programme budgets and performance reports, and representing the division in legislative bodies. The Director will monitor the liquidity situation of the regular budget, coordinate activities within the division and with other UN organizations, and lead the recruitment of staff while ensuring geographical and gender balance. Additionally, the Director will drive innovation in budgeting and performance management frameworks and serve as a principal advisor on budgetary policy and resource allocation.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess advanced university degrees in business or public administration, finance, accounting, law, economics, social sciences, or related fields. A first-level university degree combined with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. The position requires over fifteen years of progressively responsible experience in financial management and budgeting, with at least five years in senior management roles. Experience in leading presentations to legislative bodies and working in or supporting UN field operations is also required. Familiarity with budgetary and financial processes, as well as managing finance teams, is desirable.

Educational Background:
An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in relevant fields such as business or public administration, finance, accounting, law, economics, or social sciences is required. Alternatively, a first-level university degree (Bachelor's degree or equivalent) along with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.

Experience:
Candidates should have over fifteen years of progressively responsible experience in financial management and budgeting, with a minimum of five years in senior management positions. Experience in leading the presentation of proposals to legislative or governing bodies within the UN or other inter-governmental organizations is essential. Desirable experience includes working in or supporting UN field operations and leading improvements in budgetary processes and applications.

Languages:
English is required for this position, with a minimum proficiency level of UN Level II in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. French is desirable, with a minimum proficiency level of UN Level I in the same areas. Candidates should be able to communicate effectively in both languages, tailoring their communication style to suit the audience.

Additional Notes:
This position is temporarily available until 31 October 202

• If the selected candidate is a current UN staff member, the selection will be treated as a temporary assignment. The position may be limited to internal candidates who have been recruited through a competitive examination or selection process. The UN is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, encouraging female candidates to apply. Staff members appointed to this position are required to submit a financial disclosure statement upon assignment or appointment and annually thereafter. The UN does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.