Org. Setting and ReportingThe United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora) is an international agreement between states. Its aim is to ensure that international trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival (www.cites.org). The CITES Secretariat is administered by UNEP and is located in Geneva, Switzerland. This post is located in the Administrative and Finance Unit, CITES Secretariat at the Geneva duty station. Under the general/direct supervision of the Secretary-General, CITES, the incumbent will perform the following duties: Responsibilities1. Contribute to the formulation, planning, preparation, and budgeting of all CITES programmes and projects; • Define CITES budget and financial needs and elaborate the context of the programmes and projects to the policy-making bodies for their consideration and approval; • Present on behalf of the Secretary-General to the CITES Parties and defend the reports on budgetary, financial, and administrative matters. 2. Guide the UNEP project design, preparation, and implementation: • Work with the project officer in designing and preparing the project documents and provide guidance on budget issues to the CITES substantive officers. • Coordinate the finalization of the UNEP project documents and presentation to UJNEP/UNON for approval, processing, and implementation. 3. Support the CITES Secretary-General in managing resources and financial management of the UNEP project. • Provide advice to the Secretary-General on the application of the relevant UNEP rules, regulations, procedures and guidelines; • Revise the project document in consultation with the project officer and implementing organization; Coordinate the final closure of the project, including the arrangements to dispose of assets. 4. Coordinate and supervise the provision of administrative, financial, general services, and personnel services to the CITES secretariat; • Administrative: Management of the system of provision of office facilities to the CITES Secretariat in accordance with the UN standards; Assist the CITES Secretary-General in all matters related to the CITES Trust Fund and donor funding; Assist in preparation of legal instruments with cooperating agencies, UN Organisations and Implementing partners; Facilitate the auditing of the CITES accounts, projects, activities, and transaction and prepares appropriate response to the queries raised. • Financial: Initiate and manage the CITES transactions in Umoja and IPMR; Monitor budget performance, Certify all financial transactions in UMOJA and IPMR; confirm availability of funds and ensure adherence to UN accounting principles, UN financial rules, regulations, and procedures.; Prepare donor reports and periodic financial and administrative reports on the implementation of CITES projects; Supervise the initiation of financial and administrative documents. • Human Resources: Contribute to the assessment and identification of the CITES Secretariat human resources requirements; Coordinate with UNEP and UNON on the establishment of approved posts, their classification, and recruitment process; Guide the Secretariat in the application of the personnel rules and regulations; Oversee recruitment of staff and consultants, attendance and leave recording, provide guidance on, staff benefits, renewal, and appointments. • General Services: Oversee direct procurement of goods and services in accordance with the UN rules and regulations; Oversee the maintenance of inventory records and reporting. • Collects and analyzes data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables, and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation, and reporting. • Receives and responds to auditing, inspection, and evaluation requests from the Board of Auditors (BOA), the Joint Inspection Unit (JIU), and other bodies 4. Performing other relevant duties as assigned. CompetenciesPROFESSIONALISM: Professionalism: Knowledge of administrative, budgetary, financial, and human resources policies and procedures. Knowledge of UN financial regulations, rules, established policies, and procedures. Ability to apply various United Nations administrative and financial rules and regulations in work situations. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis. Ability to analyze and interpret data to support decision-making and convey information to management. Shows pride in work and achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines, and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with complex problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Able to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; Places team agenda before personal agenda; Supports and acts in accordance with the final group decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect one's position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. ACCOUNTABILITY: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honors commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within the prescribed time, cost, and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight, and takes responsibility for delegated assignments, take personal responsibility for their shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable. EducationAdvanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business or public administration, finance, accounting, or related field is required. A first-level university degree, combined with qualifying experience, may be accepted instead of the advanced university degree. Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics, or data science programs is desirable. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceA minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in administration, finance management, and accounting or related area is required Five (5) years of experience in managing extra-budgetary resources, developing and managing cost plans, financial reporting, and establishing related processes and procedures for clients, is required. Experience in preparing budget formulations, presenting and negotiating budget proposals with intergovernmental bodies, reporting, and financial management is required. Experience providing advice to senior management and clients on policies, regulations and rules related to UN finance, human resources and general administration is required Experience working with project management, implementing partner management, and financial modules of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system such as SAP or equivalent is desirable Experience in preparing responses for governing and oversight bodies in an international organization is desirable Experience in supporting financial management of projects implemented as part of multilateral environmental agreements and donor-funded projects is desirable. Minimum two (2) years of experience in data analytics and presentation or related area is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French or Spanish is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable. NOTE: ''Fluency'' equals a rating of ''fluent'' in all four areas (read, write, speak, understand) and ''Knowledge of'' equals a rating of ''confident'' in two of the four areas. AssessmentEvaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview. Special NoticeThis position is temporarily available for an initial period of nine (9) months. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment. While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post. Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station. This temporary job opening may be limited to “internal candidates,” who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15. Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply. Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation. Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as \"retirement.\" Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. Internal Applicants – When completing the Candidate Profile form, ensure ALL fields, ALL professional experience and contact information are completed and up to date. This information is the basis for the hiring manager to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position and to contact you. Individual Contractors and Consultants who have worked within the UN Secretariat in the last six months, irrespective of the administering entity, are ineligible to apply for or be appointed to any professional and higher temporary or fixed-term positions, within six months of the end of their current or most recent service. For such positions, at least six months need to have elapsed between the end of a consultancy or individual contract and the time of application and consideration for an appointment as a staff member under the Staff Rules and Regulations of the United Nations. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. On-line applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. If the problem persists, please seek technical assistance through the Inspira \"Contact Us\" link. United Nations ConsiderationsAccording to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. 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