The Administration Division manages the OPCW’s day-to-day human resources, finances, and logistical support, and coordinates knowledge management.
The Division also represents the Technical Secretariat during sessions of the Advisory Body on Administrative and Financial Matters (ABAF), and serves as the point of contact for the OPCW’s External Auditor.
The Budget & Finance Branch is responsible to maintain and apply best practice in budgetary planning, financial management, reporting and internal control in accordance with the relevant policies, procedures, and standards of the Organization. In doing so, the Branch is responsible for the development and management of the OPCW Programme and Budget, coordinating effective resource allocation efforts across the Organisation, taking a unified budget and Results-based approach. The Branch works towards the development of a long-term strategic approach for the distribution of financial resources for the Organisation and to ensure the strategic and optimal use of different source of funds,this also encompasses implementing effective financial risk management strategies and crafting a comprehensive contingency plan. The Branch is also responsible for timely and accurate financial reporting across all areas of the Finance function and sources of Organizational funding for varied internal and external audiences.
Under the guidance and direction of the Head, Budget, the Programme and Budget Officer:
Essential:
At least two (2) years with an advanced university degree of progressively responsible experience in the fields of project management, budget preparation and financial administration in a national and/or international environment.Four (4) years with a first university degree or 8 years with professional experiences or specialized training may be considered in lieu of an advanced university degree.Experience in annual and/or biennial budget.Work in budget forecasting and implementation tracking.Experience in programme and project planning, including extra-budgetary resource management.Experience in developing and implementing RBM, including Results-Based Budgeting (RBB).Desirable:
Experience in the use of computerised accounting and ERP systems would be an advantage.Work experience in the UN Common System and familiarity with IPSAS principles would be an asset.Experience in the use and implementation of ERP systems in particular budgetary module(s), associated budgetary processes and reporting.Fluency in English is essential and a good working knowledge of one of the other official languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) is desirable.
This fixed-term appointment is for the duration of two years with a six-month probationary period, and is subject to the OPCW Staff Regulations and Interim Staff Rules.
The OPCW is a non-career organisation with limited staff tenure. The total length of service for Professional staff shall not exceed 7 years.
The mandatory age of separation at the OPCW is 65 years.
The Director-General retains the discretion to not make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description. Several vacancies may be filled.
Only fully completed applications submitted before the closing date and through OPCW CandidateSpace will be considered. Only applicants under serious consideration for a post will be contacted.
According to article 8 paragraph 44 of the Chemical Weapons Convention the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.
OPCW is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. OPCW recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, ethnic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics.
OPCW General Terms and Conditions
Although headquartered in the Netherlands, the OPCW is not a regular Dutch employer but a public international organisation with its own special status. Please be advised that if you are currently insured under the Dutch Social Security system, you will be excluded from this system as a staff member of the OPCW. You will consequently be insured under the organisation’s system. The above also applies to your dependents unless they are employed by a regular Dutch employer, they are self-employed in the Netherlands, or are receiving Dutch social security payments.
Please refer to the website of the Ministry of Social Affairs and Employment for more information about the possible consequences for you and your dependents, such as exclusion from ‘AWBZ’ and ‘Zorgverzekeringswet’ coverage: ‘Werken bij een internationale organisatie’.