Financial Information Officer

Overview

Provide financial information and support for the Contributions Section.

You have:

• An advanced university degree (Master's or Doctorate degree, or equivalent) in business administration, finance, information technology or related fields is required.
• A first-level degree (Bachelor's degree or equivalent) degree in the specified fields of studies with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• A minimum of seven years of experience in finance, accounting, budget, business administration, information systems management or related area is required.
• Experience working with complex budgetary and accounting operations; experience in finance systems analysis and development is required.
• Experience in information technology especially planning, implementation and support of complex financial systems is required.
• Experience managing a team of finance/Information technology professionals is required.
• Experience in making and implementing recommendations to address complex business requirements through the introduction of new technologies and functionalities is required.
• Experience in web, database and server technologies used in deploying systems is required.
• Experience in report writing using different tools like Crystal Reports, and/or Business Objects is desirable.
• Experience in programming, (Visual Basic, Microsoft .Net, C#, Java, C++, Oracle PL/SQL programming ability), and analysis, including structured/object-oriented design, relational systems, scripting and query languages is desirable.
• Experience integrating SAP ERP with other enterprise systems including interfaces and data transfers from/to SAP and non-SAP systems is desirable.
• English is required.
• French is an asset but not required.

Contract

This is a P-4 contract. This kind of contract is known as Professional and Director staff. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 7 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 159,743 USD and 205,956 USD.

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Org. Setting and Reporting

The function of this position is located in the Contribution Section (CS) in the Finance Division (FD), Office of Programme Planning, Finance and Budget (OPPFB), Department of Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance (DMSPC). Acting as Secretariat to the Committee on Contributions, the Contributions Section provides support to the Committee and General Assembly in negotiating the scale of assessments and ensures the timely issuance of assessments and information on the status of assessed contributions. The Finance Information Officer reports directly to the Chief of Service, Finance.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional leadership and work direction to assigned project team, and/or mentor and supervise the work of new/junior officers, contract staff, and other personnel. - Provide business analysis and technical direction for planning, implementing and supporting financial information systems for the Contributions Portal and Payroll Analysis Tool. - Analyze industry best practice in business processes, and design and manage the implementation of new methods of work with departmental or organizational scope that increase the efficiency and effectiveness of financial operations. - Evaluate existing systems and identify the need for new systems (or modifications to existing systems); select options for solving system and workflow problems and propose the most suitable solutions based upon functional and economic considerations. - Plan, supervise and participate in all phases of the systems development lifecycle for Financial Systems, through the negotiation and development of design change documentation; negotiating with Users and the technical terms to enable their completion; specifying test plans and testing methodologies; undertaking and supervising the various phases in the testing lifecycle, and authorizing the migration of changes through the development cycle. - Provide day-to-day problem-solving services for complex Financial systems issues to clients; document system problems and prioritize them; identify problems and irregularities in OPPFB financial operations and completed transactions, resolving them inn timely and effective manner; where data has been corrupted, to propose resolutions and data' fixes following best practice; write work procedures for systems and/or specific business events. - Create complex reports and perform data analysis using SQL database applications, data modelling in SAP BW, SAP HANA; propose improvements to existing systems and standard reports bused upon user demand. - Develop training materials, operating and user manuals; train staff in assigned areas.

Competencies

Professionalism: Knowledge of finance, accounting, budget, business administration, information systems management or related area. Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Education

An advanced university degree (Master’s or Doctorate degree, or equivalent) in business administration, finance, information technology or related fields is required. A first-level degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) degree in the specified fields of studies with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Job - Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

A minimum of seven years of experience in finance, accounting, budget, business administration, information systems management or related area is required. Experience working with complex budgetary and accounting operations; experience in finance systems analysis and development is required. Experience in information technology especially planning, implementation and support of complex financial systems is required. Experience managing a team of finance/Information technology professionals is required. Experience in making and implementing recommendations to address complex business requirements through the introduction of new technologies and functionalities is required. Experience in web, database and server technologies used in deploying systems is required. Experience in report writing using different tools like Crystal Reports, and/or Business Objects is desirable. Experience in programming, (Visual Basic, Microsoft . Net, C#, Java, C++,Oracle PL/SQL programming ability), and analysis, including structured/object-oriented design, relational systems, scripting and query languages is desirable. Experience integrating SAP ERP with other enterprise systems including interfaces and data transfers from/to SAP and non-SAP systems is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).

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Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice

This position is temporarily available for six months. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment. This post is financed by extra-budgetary resources. The appointment or assignment and renewal thereof are subject to the availability of the post or funds, budgetary approval or extension of the mandate. While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post. Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station. This temporary job opening may be limited to “internal candidates,” who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15. Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply. Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation. Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as "retirement." Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

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