Overview In this role you will oversee the administration and financial management of IBE, ensuring compliance with UNESCO rules. You will lead the Administrative Unit, coordinate with central services, and safeguard assets while supporting donor reporting and strategy contributions. You will drive efficient budgeting, internal controls, and HR processes to maintain a productive, compliant work environment. This position offers impact through strengthening governance, reporting, and cross‑functional collaboration within an international setting. Leistungen / Benefits 30 days annual leave family allowance medical insurance pension plan Verantwortungsbereiche Lead and supervise the Administrative Unit to plan, coordinate, and prioritize tasks across IBE teams Oversee administrative and financial services including budgeting, contract management, financial accounting, internal control, travel management, and monitoring Coordinate HR matters (staffing actions, recruitment, performance assessments, training) to foster a positive work environment Implement security measures and liaise with UNESCO HQ and UN agencies on staff and property protection Ensure premises upkeep and compliance with Host Country Agreement, maintaining relationships with authorities Manage fixed assets and safeguard custody across personnel Provide inputs to governance documents, donor proposals, and strategy with partners Prepare and certify donor financial reports and ensure alignment with budgets and donor agreements Maintain IBE accounts and prepare annual financial statements with Director Finance, and support UNESCO Geneva Liaison Office Zentrale Anforderungen Advanced degree in Finance or Accounting (or Bachelor in Finance or Accounting with 2 years of relevant experience) Minimum 4 years of progressively responsible experience in management, finance, accounting, or related areas; international experience preferred Experience in financial management and internal control duties Experience in development and implementation of modern financial management practices and budget execution Experience in preparation of financial statements for audits Experience in personnel management and provision of general administrative services Problem-solving and analytical thinking Integrity and discretion Excellent organizational and multi-tasking abilities ERP experience, preferably SAP (Finance and HR modules) Financial management tools and procedures Internal control and donor reporting
Finance & Administrative Officer (Education) in Geneva Arbeitgeber: UNESCO
Die UNESCO-IBE in Genf ist ein hervorragender Arbeitgeber, der sich für die Stärkung der Bildungssysteme weltweit einsetzt. Mit einem engagierten Team und einer positiven Arbeitskultur bietet die Organisation vielfältige Möglichkeiten zur beruflichen Weiterentwicklung und fördert eine inklusive Umgebung, in der Vielfalt geschätzt wird. Die Mitarbeit an bedeutenden Projekten wie der Lehrplanreform in Haiti ermöglicht es den Angestellten, einen direkten Einfluss auf die Bildungsqualität zu nehmen und somit einen wertvollen Beitrag zur Erreichung der nachhaltigen Entwicklungsziele zu leisten.
