Director, Division of Budget Management

UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization - UNESCO

Staff Closes 23 Jun 2026 8 days left

Overview

The Director, Division of Budget Management is responsible for effective and efficient corporate budget administration, ensuring robust budget controls, monitoring and reporting. The role provides strategic advice to senior management on all budget related matters.


Key Responsibilities
  • Manage the overall implementation of the approved work programme for the Division.
  • Develop and implement a methodology for budget forecasting.
  • Coordinate the preparation of the Programme and Budget document (C/5).
  • Ensure effective administration, monitoring and reporting on budget implementation.
  • Ensure that an effective risk management and control framework are in place.
  • Ensure the compliance of budget administration with the Financial Rules and Regulations.
  • Initiate the review of budgetary policies, procedures and processes.
Required Experience

At least fifteen (15) years of progressively responsible relevant professional experience in accounting, finance, oversight or closely related fields, of which preferably 7 years acquired at the international level. Extensive experience in leading and overseeing the implementation of results-based budgeting (RBB) frameworks. Proven track record of managing and providing strategic direction to large, cross-functional and multicultural teams. Demonstrated experience in driving organizational change, strengthening governance frameworks, and aligning resources with institutional priorities and mandates.

Qualifications

Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) in economics, finance, business administration or closely related disciplines.

Other Details
Languages Required
Excellent knowledge and drafting skills in one of the working languages of the Organization (English or French).
Languages Preferred
Working knowledge of the second working language (English or French). Knowledge of other official languages of UNESCO (Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish).
Contract Duration
2 years, renewable
Work Modality
Not specified
Remuneration
The approximate annual starting salary for this post is US$ 184,832.
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