Jordan: Deputy Chief, Budget Division, P-4 HQ Amman, Jordan

Vacancy Announcement
Deputy Chief, Budget Division, P-4
HQ Amman, Jordan
Deadline for Applications 3 March 2019
(17 February 2019 for internal applicants)
Duration 2 years, with the possibility of further extension
Vacancy Announcement
Number
19-HQ-AM-08
UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current
UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified women.
UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities.
UNRWA, the largest United Nations operation in the Middle East with over 30,000 staff
working across five areas of operation, is looking for highly committed professionals wishing
to make a change.
UNRWA’s strategic objectives
The mission of UNRWA is to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human
development under the difficult circumstances in which they live. In line with this mission,
the Agency works towards five strategic outcomes: (a) Palestine refugee rights under
international law are protected and promoted; (b) Palestine refugee health is protected and
disease burden is reduced; (c) school-age children complete quality, equitable and inclusive
basic education; (d) Palestine refugee capabilities are strengthened for increased livelihood
opportunities; and (e) Palestine refugees are able to meet their basic human needs of food,
shelter and environmental health.
Do you want to make a lasting difference?
If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference for one of the
most vulnerable communities in the world, UNRWA would like to hear from you.
The main responsibilities include:
 Assisting the Chief, Budget Division (CBD) in the preparation of the Agency's
Biennium/annual Programme budgets; monitoring budget status in respect of changes in the
programme budget, monitoring the workforce management and setting out operational
instructions to guide users in the planned accounting periods;
 Assisting CBD in monitoring and supervising emergency appeal and project budgets
including the preparation of budget data for submission to donors and control of releases of
funds; coordinating with Accounts Division the preparation of financial reports to donors and
keeping CBD briefed on projects implementation by the operating departments; reviewing
and commenting on audit reports and donor agreements;
 Assisting CBD in the establishment and updating of appropriate financial management
information systems and in the development of budgetary systems and procedures; drafting
technical instructions and plans and implementing training programme on budgetary
techniques for the Finance and Administrative staff;
 Establishing the work programme for the Budget Division and coordinating budget activities
with other Programme and Support Departments;
 Reviewing the Budget Division’s reports for any possible deviations between budget and
expenditure and recommending to CBD the required corrective action by Finance or
operating departments;
 Providing timely and accurate financial data and analysis to the Management Committee and
responding to relevant ad hoc requests;
 Acting for the Chief, Budget Division during his/her absence.
Desirable Qualifications
 Coursework in management studies;
 Experience in a budget or finance office of an organization in the UN common system.
Conditions of service
UNRWA offers an attractive compensation package including annual salary starting at $72,637
net tax free with post adjustment of 45.3% (subject to change without notice). All UNRWA
duty stations (with the exception of Gaza and Syria) are family duty stations. Other benefits,
subject to eligibility, include:
 Dependency allowances
 Rental subsidy
 Education grant for children
 Home leave travel
 6 weeks (30 working days) annual leave
 Pension fund entitlements under the
UN Joint Staff Pension Fund
 International health insurance; optional
life insurance
 Disability protection
Additional information
The incumbent will be required to travel in the Agency's area of operations in the Middle
East.
To qualify for this position, you will need:
Education An advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) from an
accredited educational institution in finance, accounting or business
administration; a first-level university degree in combination with two
additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an
advanced university degree;
Membership in an international professional body of accountants such as
Chartered Management Accountant;
Work
experience
At least eight years of progressively responsible and relevant experience
in the application of the knowledge acquired in accounting, finance or
business administration, including at least three years in a senior
supervisory position in a large international, governmental or commercial
organization in areas of programme planning, budgeting or other related
financial work; including 2 years of relevant international experience
outside one’s home country;
Language(s) Excellent in written and spoken English.
You will also need to demonstrate the following competencies:
UN Core Values of Professionalism, Integrity and Respect for Diversity and Core Competencies of
Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default. Default managerial
competencies may apply.
Who we are
For almost 70 years, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine (UNRWA) has
been working on the ground in five fields of operations in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, West Bank
and the Gaza Strip providing direct assistance and protection for some 5 million Palestine
refugees in the Middle East. UNRWA is mandated by the UN General Assembly to provide this
assistance and its mission is to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human
development until there is a just and lasting solution for their plight. UNRWA restores safety,
dignity and hope to millions who have been uprooted by conflict with services encompassing
education, health care, relief and social services, camp infrastructure and improvement,
microfinance and emergency assistance.
For more details on UNRWA, please visit: https://www.unrwa.org/
 Proven skills in modern methods of budgeting including results-based budgeting;
 Excellent analytical skills;
 Ability to cope with multiple tasks effectively;
 Ability to work under difficult conditions;
 Demonstrated management skills in a multi-cultural environment;
 Ability to motivate staff;
 Excellent communication skills and an ability to work effectively with people at all levels in
the organization.
For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews:
https://careers.un.org/lbw/home.aspx?viewtype=AYI
How to apply
To start the application process, applicants are required to register at http://jobs.unrwa.org by
creating a personal profile and completing UNRWA Personal History Form. Only applications
received through http://jobs.unrwa.org will be considered. Due to the large number of
applications received for UNRWA vacancies, only applicants short-listed for interview will be
contacted. The United Nations does not charge fees at any stage of the recruitment
process. The United Nations does not concern itself with information related to bank
accounts.
General information
UNRWA staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of integrity, neutrality and
impartiality at all times. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity,
and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. Only persons who fully and
unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. UNRWA is a
non-smoking work environment.
The Agency reserves the right not to make an appointment, to make an appointment at a lower
grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description.
Date of issue: 4 February 2019/CX

How to apply
To start the application process, applicants are required to register at http://jobs.unrwa.org by
creating a personal profile and completing UNRWA Personal History Form. Only applications
received through http://jobs.unrwa.org will be considered. Due to the large number of
applications received for UNRWA vacancies, only applicants short-listed for interview will be
contacted. The United Nations does not charge fees at any stage of the recruitment
process. The United Nations does not concern itself with information related to bank
accounts.