Switzerland Snr Policy Advisor (Finance), P5

UNHCR is an international humanitarian organisation operating in approximately 126 countries with 388 offices worldwide. Some 6,600 staff are directly employed with the Organisation which has an annual budget of approximately $3 billion and annual expenditure nearing $2 billion. Approximately one third of annual expenditure is disbursed on behalf of UNHCR by partner contracting organisations. Over recent years the Organisation has repositioned itself in the humanitarian sector and has adapted its operating model accordingly. Within this evolving framework, results-based management and International Public Sector Accounting Standards are two key projects currently being implemented. The Organisation has also adopted a global management accountability framework and a decentralised operating model to achieve global strategic goals and priorities. Reporting to the Controller and Director of the Division of Financial and Administrative Management, the incumbent will; - Contribute to the development of corporate level policies and strategies concerning financial, accounting and administrative management that meet organisational strategic objectives and operational needs, taking into account recommendations issued by audit bodies and legislative bodies of the General Assembly as well as United Nations System Accounting Standards (UNSAS) and International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS). - Support, coordinate, consolidate, and advise on the implementation of financial and accounting management policy initiatives and objectives which impact on the overall operations of UNHCR.- Respond to multiple requests addressed to the Controller requiring policy interpretation as well as development of processes and procedures to address day to day issues at the field level. The incumbent must have demonstrated analytical skills and good management and communication skills. Within the existing supervisory management responsibility of the position, the incumbent will directly supervise the staff of the Audit Coordination Unit. The assigned responsibilities of this post include regular liaison with Senior Management of UNHCR such as Directors and Representatives and a variety of staff at Headquarters and in the field, as well as within the UN system and the internal and external auditors . The incumbent of this post, therefore, must have a superior knowledge of UNSAS, IPSAS and relevant experience and accounting qualifications and superior drafting skills.

How to apply:

For details on how to apply for this vacancy, please consult the UNHCR website at www.unhcr.org. – Employment -Career Opportunities – International Professional Category.

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Closing date for receipt of applications: 3 January 2012