Finance and Budget Officer
Quick answer
The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights is hiring an in-office Finance and Budget Officer in Geneva to manage financial planning, budget administration, and Umoja system implementation for a six-month temporary term.
- Role
- Finance and Budget Officer
- Organization
- Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)
- Location
- Geneva, Switzerland
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Finance & Administration
- Apply by
- 2026-06-25
The role
The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is seeking a Finance and Budget Officer to support budget preparation, administration, and financial reporting in Geneva. The incumbent will serve as a local expert on Umoja/IPMR systems, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and donor agreements. This role involves monitoring allotments, analyzing budget variances, and providing technical support to field offices and internal stakeholders. The position is a temporary appointment for six months with the possibility of extension.
What you'll do
- Serve as the local expert for Umoja/IPMR system implementation and workflow management.
- Prepare cost estimates and budget proposals for Headquarters and field offices.
- Monitor and control allotments to ensure expenditures remain within authorized levels.
- Analyze variances between approved budgets and actual expenditures for reporting.
- Provide technical support to managers regarding project budget planning and compliance.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in finance, business administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in finance, budget, or administration.
- Experience in public sector budget formulation and project management.
- Proficiency in ERP and Integrated Planning, Management and Reporting (IPMR) systems.
- Fluency in English (UN Level II minimum).
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
No, this position is located in Geneva and requires the incumbent to work on-site.
What is the duration of this appointment?
This is a temporary position available for an initial period of six months, with the possibility of extension depending on the availability of funds.
What are the core qualifications for this role?
Candidates must have an advanced degree in finance or business administration and at least 5 years of relevant experience, including budget formulation and ERP system usage.
When is the application deadline?
Applications must be submitted by 06/25 via the official United Nations recruitment platform.
How to apply
Apply directly on Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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