Finance and Budget Assistant

Job Posting Organization:
The position is located within the Budget Unit of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya, which is part of the broader United Nations system. The UN was established in 1945 with the mission to promote peace, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and cooperation among nations. The organization operates in numerous countries worldwide, employing thousands of staff members dedicated to various missions and initiatives aimed at fostering international collaboration and addressing global challenges. The UN is committed to upholding human rights, promoting sustainable development, and ensuring humanitarian assistance in crisis situations.

Job Overview:
The Finance and Budget Assistant plays a crucial role within the Budget Unit, supporting the Chief Budget Unit in various financial and budgetary tasks. This position involves assisting in the preparation and analysis of budget proposals, ensuring that the mission's resource requirements are met effectively. The assistant will be responsible for monitoring budget implementation, verifying data accuracy, and preparing performance reports. The role requires a strong understanding of financial principles and practices, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with different sections and offices to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures. The Finance and Budget Assistant must demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and a commitment to gender equality in all aspects of work.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the review, analysis, and preparation of cost estimates and budget proposals, focusing on both staff and non-staff requirements.
• Collaborate with relevant sections and offices to review justifications for resource requirements during budget preparation.
• Monitor extra-budgetary resources, ensuring compliance with regulations and established policies.
• Track budget implementation and expenditures, assisting with fund reallocations as necessary.
• Verify the accuracy of input data, ensuring consistency across allotments.
• Prepare budget performance submissions and assist in finalizing budget performance reports, analyzing variances between approved budgets and actual expenditures.
• Draft correspondence to respond to inquiries regarding budgetary and financial matters.
• Maintain the fixed asset register as required.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a sound knowledge of financial principles and practices, with the ability to conduct independent research and analysis. They should demonstrate professional competence and efficiency in meeting commitments and deadlines. The ideal candidate will show persistence in overcoming challenges and remain calm under pressure. A commitment to gender equality and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment are essential. Candidates should also take ownership of their responsibilities and deliver outputs within prescribed standards.

Educational Background:
A high school diploma or equivalent is required for this position. While specific job-related qualifications are not detailed, a strong foundation in finance, accounting, or a related field is beneficial.

Experience:
A minimum of seven years of experience in international organizations or the private sector in accounting, budgeting, and financial management is required. Candidates should have expertise in working with spreadsheets and SAP modules, as well as experience in monitoring financial transactions and analyzing trends in line with IPSAS.

Languages:
Fluency in English and Arabic is required for this position, as these are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Proficiency in French is also beneficial, as it is one of the official languages of the UN.

Additional Notes:
The selected candidate will receive a fixed-term appointment limited in accordance with UN administrative instructions. Staff members applying for this position will retain their contractual status while on the FTA-limited position. It is important to note that a fixed-term appointment does not guarantee renewal or conversion, and staff members may be separated upon expiration of their appointment. The UN emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusivity in its hiring practices, encouraging female candidates to apply and ensuring that all employment decisions are made based on qualifications and organizational needs. The UN Secretariat is a non-smoking environment, and reasonable accommodations may be provided for applicants with disabilities.