Budget Officer- Fixed Term
Quick answer
UNRWA is hiring a mid-level Budget Officer- Fixed Term in FO West Bank with a monthly basic salary of USD 1,705.00 plus SOA for a fixed term appointment.
- Role
- Budget Officer- Fixed Term
- Organization
- United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA)
- Location
- FO West Bank
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- Grade16 Monthly basic salary USD 1,705.00, payable in JD at UN monthly exchange rate, plus 25% of the basic salary as a special occupational allowance (SOA)
- Category
- Finance & Administration
The role
The incumbent will oversee budget operations in the Field assigned for Programme Budget and External Grants, ensuring conformity with Agency instructions and allocated funds.
What you'll do
- Supervises the review and checking of budget estimates and subsequent adjustments
- Manages the reporting and monitoring of budget data to ensure implementation of procedures related to control of budget, and monitoring of expenditure
- Prepares forecasts, evaluation reports, and consolidates related estimates
- Provides technical guidance and ensures that staff are sufficiently trained to perform their functions
- Contributes to the development of annual work plans, guidelines, and operational procedures
- Reviews on monthly/quarterly basis the budget and expenditure data, reports and follows up on significant variances
What it takes
- A first university degree from an accredited educational institution in accountancy, finance, business administration or related field
- At least six years' experience in finance or accounting office of a large governmental, international or commercial organization in a computerized environment with a financial management information system, of which three years should be at supervisory level
- Experience and professional knowledge in the usage of computer applications such as Excel and Access
- English is required. Arabic is desirable.
- At least six years' experience in finance or accounting office of a large governmental, international or commercial organization in a computerized environment with a financial management information system, of which three years should be at supervisory level
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Jerusalem Allowance (NIS 2000 per month for each eligible Area staff holding Jerusalem ID), monthly Provident Fund contribution (15.4% of basic salary paid by the Agency), compulsory medical insurance, 30 days of annual leave, and dependency allowance
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in FO West Bank.
What is the compensation package?
The compensation package includes a monthly basic salary of USD 1,705.00 plus SOA, Jerusalem Allowance (NIS 2000 per month for each eligible Area staff holding Jerusalem ID), monthly Provident Fund contribution (15.4% of basic salary paid by the Agency), compulsory medical insurance, 30 days of annual leave, and dependency allowance.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a first university degree in accountancy, finance, business administration or related field, at least six years' experience in finance or accounting office, three years at supervisory level, and proficiency in English. Arabic is desirable.
How do I apply?
Applications must be fully completed in UNRWA's online e-recruitment system inspira by the application deadline of 07/31/2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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