Background Information - Job-specific
About Finance Group
The Finance Group (FG) is a critical and strategic business function in UNOPS and serves as an authoritative and integrated partner in the organization on strategic financial planning and budgeting, business strategy and practices, financial analysis and risk assessment, financial management services and long term organisational treasury and investments. As the steward of resources of a self-financing UN entity, FG is accountable for timely cost recovery and reporting to partners, maintaining the integrity and transparency of financial management of resources in accordance with the highest standards of ethics and organisational/international accountability framework and the accurate and transparent financial reporting to governing bodies, clients, partners and stakeholders.
About the Role
The Head, Analytics, Budgeting & Management provides authoritative advice and leadership on financial resources planning and budget. S/he leads and manages the work of the unit in developing substantive strategies, policies, guidance, instruments and tools for resource planning and budget, relevant to the needs of UNOPS offices.
Functional ResponsibilitiesBudget Planning, Formulation and Fund Allocation
Results Framework - Monitoring and Reporting Systems
Data Analytics and Foresight
Continuous Process Improvements
Team Leadership
Knowledge Management
Budget Planning, Formulation and Funds Allocation
Lead and coordinate the overall budget preparation process across UNOPS, aligning it with the UNOPS Strategic Plan and other corporate initiatives.
Lead and design a strategic approach to results-based budgeting, and identifying and developing new budget policies, procedures, systems, and guidance.
Oversee the preparation and submission of budget proposal documents to the ACABQ and the Executive Board, and represent UNOPS in relevant consultations.
Provide authoritative advice and guidance to offices on strategic and professional budget and resource management matters.
Ensure compliance with budget policies and guidelines through controls and checks across the organization.
Represent UNOPS in CEB Finance and Budget Network in areas related to the budget management, cost classification, jointly financed activities.
Ensure regular and robust budget monitoring and forecasting for HQ, Regions, and Country Offices.
Ensure prudent long-term business and financial contingency planning, including appropriate budget allocations, corporate investments, and oversight of reserves. Results Framework - Monitoring and Reporting Systems
Drive the shaping and alignment of UNOPS results frameworks to development objectives, including preparation of substantive contributions to UNOPS Strategic Plan (SP) and associated Mid-Term Review (MTR) in the area of Results Based Management (RBM).
Lead the team responsible for the development and timely preparation of a suite of management reports and other financial analyses to all levels of decision making to enable data-driven and informed decisions
Review the financial reports which are required for external purposes (e.g. UNOPS Annual Report, Executive Director’s Annual Report, CEB, OECD reporting etc.) and clear financial information shared externally e.g. in transparency portal, IATI etc. for consistency with UNOPS audited financial statements.
Ensure availability of coherent financial information/reports across the Organization for external stakeholders such as the UNOPS Executive Board, the UN-system and partners and . provide formal and ad-hoc requests for information and analysis relating to UNOPS financial management and results
In collaboration with the Infrastructure and Project Management Group, monitor and drive the UNOPS sustainability agenda including reporting requirements and identifying improvement initiatives. Data Analytics & Foresight
Oversee financial data and structures within UNOPS systems, ensuring integrity, transparency, and accountability in governance and control.
Spearhead the exploration, identification, and acquisition of suitable data sources for decision-making and advancement of UNOPS goals.
Develop innovative solutions using modern financial techniques to analyze, monitor, and evaluate financial results.
Collaborate with technology stakeholders to access the necessary infrastructure, software, and services required to develop and deploy data science products.
Facilitate Results Based Reporting and design and implement enhanced financial data analytic tools for decision-making at all organizational levels, in coordination with other units.
Coordinate the design and development of customized visualization and presentation products to effectively communicate analysis findings to clients in various formats (e.g., briefings, reports, interactive interfaces).
Drive the foresight and forecasting processes of UNOPS through external and internal data analysis. Developing and improving internal and external intelligence/information gathering, analysis processes, combined with communication of financial information within the entire organization
Coordinate the development and deployment of innovative data collection platforms and technologies in collaboration with Regional and Country Offices with a focus on integrating administrative records and real-time data to address needs at the regional and HQ level.
Oversee sophisticated predictive and computational modeling efforts, leveraging cutting-edge methodologies, including machine learning, to inform UNOPS’ strategic goals
Partner closely with the Chief Information Officer and Chief Information Security Officer to ensure that data governance, protection, and automation strategies are secure, ethical, and aligned with UNOPS’ broader data initiatives incorporating external best practices and benchmarks. Continuous Process Improvements
Oversee financial data and structures within UNOPS systems, ensuring integrity, transparency, and accountability in governance and control.
Spearhead the exploration, identification, and acquisition of suitable data sources for decision-making and advancement of UNOPS goals.
Develop, review, update and recommend for approval budgeting policies, procedures, systems and instructions in conjunction with the other relevant business units in response to business requirements and as required to improve and promote the budgeting and reporting.
Manage and oversee the financial business processes mapping and elaboration of the content of internal standard operating procedures and use of ERP to ensure proper management of budgets by UNOPS staff and the timely flow of financial information in UNOPS for management, monitoring, and oversight purposes. Team Leadership
Establish the annual work plan for the Analytics, Budgeting and Management team in collaboration with the CFO and stakeholders. Set objectives, performance measurements, standards and results expected.
Monitor implementation of the team’s annual work plan, oversee progress and ensure delivery of results as planned and according to expectation.
Promote teamwork and collaboration by providing the team with clear direction, objectives and guidance to enable them to perform their duties responsibly, effectively and efficiently.
Plan, recruit and develop a flexible workforce with the skills and competencies needed to ensure optimum performance and ensure gender and geographical diversity.
Foster a positive work environment, respectful of all, and ensure that the highest standards of conduct are observed. Knowledge Management
Establish processes and tools for managing and enhancing the planning and execution of Analytics, Budgeting and Management activities at UNOPS.
Promote continuous improvement in financial operations, systems and processes.
Drive continuous improvement in Analytics, Budgeting and Management operations, systems and processes through sharing examples and development of new tools.
Lead consolidation and dissemination of lessons learnt and best practices in change management in Analytics, Budgeting and Management activities. Impact of Results: The Head of Analytics, Budgeting and Management ensures that all financial functions of the organization are executed and implemented in accordance with the UN Financial Regulations and Rules. Through this role, UNOPS and its senior management team benefit from the authoritative advice and interpretation of financial regulations and rules to facilitate programme implementation.
Competencies
Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization. Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.
Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground. Education/Experience/Language requirements
Education
Advanced university degree in financial management, economics, business administration, business statistics, accounting, or related numerate field.
A combination of an undergraduate degree with two additional years of work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Experience
A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in budgeting/resource planning, financial management or related fields, including leading and managing teams is required.
Experience in overseeing the establishment and management of financial or budgetary systems is required.
Experience in results-based management and results-based budgeting is required
Language Requirements
Full working knowledge of English.
Knowledge of another official UN language or regional working language is an asset
Contract type, level and durationContract type: Staff
Contract level: P5
Contract duration: Fixed-term staff contract - One year initially, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability As per the terms of the Host Agreement between UNOPS and the Government of Denmark, UNOPS officials are privileged to an exemption from taxation on the salaries and emoluments paid to them by UNOPS granted that they reside in Denmark.
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Additional Information
Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.
Terms and Conditions
For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.