Finance and Administrative Officer
Quick answer
UNESCO is hiring a mid-level Finance and Administrative Officer in Ramallah, Palestine, with a starting salary of $114,921 USD, to provide administrative management support.
- Role
- Finance and Administrative Officer
- Organization
- UNESCO
- Location
- Ramallah
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- 114,921 USD
- Category
- Finance & Administration
The role
The Finance and Administrative Officer is responsible for providing a range of administrative management support activities to the UNESCO Office, including financial, human resources, logistics, premises, and security matters.
What you'll do
- Advise and support the Head of the UNESCO Office on administration, budget, financial, human resources, logistics, premises-related and security matters
- Ensure compliance with UNESCO policies, rules, regulations and procedures
- Maintain proper inventory, filing and recording systems
- Ensure that the assets of the organization are safeguarded at all times
- Represent the UNESCO Office in the Organizational Management Team (OMT) set by the UN Country Team (UNCT)
- Liaise with host country authorities on logistical matters and contributions to operations
What it takes
- Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in the field of Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or closely related field(s)
- Minimum 4 years of relevant professional experience in administration, finance, accounting or related areas, of which preferably at least 2 years at the international level
- Experience in supervising, guiding and supporting staff, fostering teamwork, and ensuring continuity of operations in challenging environments
- Strong analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to assess complex situations and propose practical, solution-oriented recommendations
- Proven ability to manage and prioritize a broad range of administrative, financial and human resources functions under tight constraints and evolving operational conditions
- Sound knowledge and hands-on experience in financial management, budgeting, procurement and implementation of internal control systems, ensuring strict compliance with rules and procedures
What you'll bring
How we treat you
30 days annual leave, family allowance, medical insurance, pension plan
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Ramallah, Palestine.
What is the compensation?
The approximate annual starting salary for this post is 114,921 USD.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or a closely related field, and at least 4 years of relevant professional experience in administration, finance, accounting or related areas.
How do I apply?
To apply, please visit the UNESCO Careers website and complete the online application by the deadline of 02/11/2026.
Is the job remote?
The job is in-office.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNESCO's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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