OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The Budget and Finance Unit aims to provide efficient financial, budgetary, and administrative services and support to the technical programmes in the Regional Office and to the country offices. The unit aims to provide updated budgetary information for the effective management and use of resources in the implementation of programmes for all budget centres, and control and monitoring of budget implementation.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Under the general supervision and guidance of the Budget Officer (NPO), the incumbent performs the following functions:

1. Assist in the preparation, development, and finalization of the biennial Programme Budget.
2. Assist in the preparation and compilation of required reports and schedules on proposed allocations per strategic priority, regional expected results, and budget centres.
3. Track and monitor transactions and revisions in the General Ledger (GL) Budget and holding accounts.
4. Prepare expenditure batches and back charging of charges to various budget centres.
5. Review of encumbrances, budgetary documents, and donor agreements.
6. Process hospitality claims.
7. Assist regional and country office staff on Global Management System (GSM) and related matters.
8. Draft correspondence related to above duties.
9. Perform other related duties as may be required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: Completed secondary education with specialization in commerce and/or accounting, financial management and budget.
Desirable: University degree in commerce with specialization in budget/accounting or financial management.

WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World  Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United  Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/ . 

Experience

Essential: At least five years of budget, accounting or financial management experience, preferably in a large organization.
Desirable: Accounting/budget, finance experience from other UN agencies or international organization is desirable.

Skills

• A good understanding of WHO procedures and ability to interpret WHO Manual provisions related to Imprest, standard operating procedures issued by ROs and HQ, etc.;
• Understanding of WHO ERP system (GSM) and accounting principles in general, an advantage;
• Skills to operate computer with ease;
• Excellent knowledge of MS Excel spreadsheets and its application for conversion of data into user friendly reports.

WHO Competencies

Enhanced WHO Global Competency Model: who-enhanced-competence.pdf

Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Producing results
Moving forward in a changing environment

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English.

REMUNERATION

WHO offers staff in the General Services category an attractive remuneration package, which for the above position includes an annual net base salary starting at PHP 799,973 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level

• Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

• A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.

• In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.

• 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. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.

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• WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.

• The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.

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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements