Job Identification (Reference Number): 16549
Position Title: Budget Analyst
Duty Station City: Geneva
Duty Station Country: Switzerland
Grade: P-3
Contract Type: Fixed-term (1 year with possibility of extension)
Recruiting Type: Professional
Vacancy Type: Vacancy Notice
Initial duration: 1 year with possibility of extension
Closing date: 23 October 2025
Introduction
Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
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For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:ย
ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย 1.ย ย ย ย ย ย ย Internal candidates
ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย 2.ย ย ย ย ย ย ย Candidates from the following non-represented member states:
Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Comoros, Congo (the), Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Guinea-Bissau, Holy See, Iceland, Kiribati, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Namibia, Nauru, Palau, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu.
Context
The Budget Division is responsible for preparing the Organizationโs annual Programme and Budget and related documents, provides advice on budgetary matters and establishes guidelines and procedures for preparing Country Offices and project budgets. The Budget Division provides guidance for ensuring that all institutional requirements are incorporated in budgets and prepares the assessment scale used to calculate Member States contributions to the Administrative Part of the Budget. In addition, the Budget Division ensures that all costs are appropriately budgeted to meet the objectives of the Organizationโs activities within the limits of available resources.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Budget, direct supervision of theย Budget Officerย and working closely with other members in the Budget Division, theย Budget Analystย ย will be responsible for analyzing budget consumption trends, budget performance indicators, and provide support in the financial monitoring and reporting of the core budget.ย
Closely monitor and analyse current and past trends in key performance areas and prepare financial monitoring reports including comparative and trend analysis to facilitate decision making on matters with budgetary implications.ย Closely monitor the core budget consumption trends and forecasts. highlight discrepancies and/or unusual trends to management and planners to facilitate corrective decisions.Validate/Monitor funding availability in relation to staff travel budget and expenditures.Validate funding availability in relation to HR related processes, including but not limited to vacancy notices, recruitments, contract extensions, staff transfers and reclassification of positions, as assignedTaking advantage of business intelligence tools, draft and/or provide technical support and input for preparation of budget related papers, reports, statistics, presentations and various data visualization formats including maps, charts, dashboards, tables among other appealing alternatives.ย Contribute to the preparation, review and update of the budget related matters reflected in guidelines, instructions and/or standard operations procedures in line with evolution of financial policies/practices and Governing Body resolutions/decisions.Support the Chief, Budget Division and Director, Department of Financial and Administrative Management to respond to budget-related questions from organizational units as well as external stakeholders and Member States delegations.Provide specialized advice and support to various departments, divisions, units, offices, on financial and administrative matters related to the core budget implementation and monitoring.ย Assess the budget data and support the preparation of budget related documents, including but not limited to the Annual Programme and Budget and its revision and summary update, by preparing the relevant data and assigned tables.Act as focal point for BUD tasks assigned and alternate reviewer for tasks assigned in the absence of the primary BUD reviewer.ย Perform such other duties as may be assigned.Education
Masterโs degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Business Administration or a related field from an accredited institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or,University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.Accredited Universities are those listed in theย UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
Experience
Management experience at the international level in financial management, budgeting, monitoring and in providing project management support;ย Experience in preparing and analyzing a wide range of financial documents, and reports;Substantial experience at international level in IOM administrative and financial management, budget monitoring, cash management and internal control procedures; knowledge of IOM financial and budget policies, procurement and HR procedures and rules; good understanding of the Organization's budget accountability vis-ร -vis the Governing Bodies; and,High level of computer literacy experience in computerized accounting systems and software; advanced knowledge of MS Office specifically EXCEL; advanced knowledge of IOM accounting systems, software and procedures.Skills
Knowledge of IOM Budget policies and practices; strong analytical skills, particularly in finance;Strong communication skills, ability to present information in a comprehensive, clear and concise manner both in writing and verbally;ย Strong analytical skills, particularly in finance, excellent writing skills, accompanied with ability to edit a range of different materials, including but not limited to instructions, guidelines and reports for different audiences;ย Knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, software and procedures. Knowledge of Business Intelligence tools is a distinctive advantage;ย Knowledge and understanding of IOM/UN policies, rules, regulations and instructions on resource management;ย Excellent writing skills. Candidates will be assessed on proficiency to draft reports;ย Strong analytical skills applied to large amounts of data from multiple sources;ย Ability to coach, mentor and develop staff;ย Proven ability to identify client needs and match them to appropriate solutions;ย Ability to establish and maintain productive partnership with clients; and,Personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility and drive for results.Languages
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French and Spanish is an advantage.
IOMโs official languages are English, French and Spanish.ย All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the the three languages.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments
Required Competencies
IOMโs competency framework can be found at thisย linkย Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.
Valuesย - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these values:
Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.ย Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.Core Competenciesย โ behavioural indicators Level 2
ย Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.ย Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.ย Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.ย Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organizationโs priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.ย Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.ยManagerial Competencies - behavioural indicators โ Level 2
Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organizationโs vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organizationโs goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.ย
Notes
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations.ย Recommended candidates endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.
Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through theย IOM e-Recruitmentย systemย (for internal candidates linkย here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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