Administrative Officer at United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

Responsibilities

• BUDGET AND FINANCE:
• Advising and supporting the Heads of Units in the management of resources:  
• Forecasting the consolidated financial requirements of the units;
• Monitoring consolidated budget implementation and ensuring full liquidity at all times;
• Assisting the Heads of Units with fundraising and co-financing guidelines;
• Acting as a focal point for the Office of Internal Oversight Services/UNEP Administrative Audit Unit;
• Providing the required financial management information packages as effective management tools;
• Advising the Heads of Units on matters relating to the Units budget and Counterpart contributions;
• Advising the Heads of Units on the application of relevant UN financial Regulations and Rules, procedures and guidelines to all transactions made and agreements entered into by the Division. 

Education

• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business or public administration, finance, accounting or related area is required.
• A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

Work Experience

• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in fund management of project implementation covering the full project cycle (from development to closure) is required.
• Experience in working with the United Nations or similar international organization is required.
• A minimum of two (2) years of progressive managerial experience is required.
• Two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or a related area is desirable.