Director, Division of Budget Management

Organizational Context

The Director of the Division of Budget Management, reporting to the Assistant Director-General for Administration and Management, is responsible for effective and efficient corporate budget administration. This role ensures robust budget controls, monitoring, and reporting, providing strategic advice to senior management and stakeholders on all budget-related matters across the Organization, including Category I institutes.

Job Purpose

The Director of the Division of Budget Management oversees the Organization's budget in alignment with governing body decisions. This involves defining budget policies and procedures to ensure timely and cost-effective services. The role is crucial for preparing the Programme and Budget document (C/5) in collaboration with relevant divisions and sectors. Key responsibilities include ensuring budget management mechanisms comply with Financial Regulations, promoting a coordinated approach to budget preparation, implementation, and monitoring, and establishing appropriate risk mitigation measures to safeguard financial operations and support informed decision-making.

Responsibilities

Manage the Division's work programme, ensuring efficient task distribution, coordination, teamwork, and communication. Oversee operational effectiveness and implement performance improvement practices. Develop and implement budget forecasting methodologies, monitor budget assumptions, and coordinate the preparation of the Programme and Budget document (C/5). Ensure effective administration, monitoring, and reporting of budget implementation, providing analytical information to senior management and Governing Bodies. Establish a robust risk management and control framework, identifying and mitigating risks. Oversee mechanisms for allotments, obligations, and expenditures, providing regular reports on budget status. Facilitate communication with stakeholders on budget matters, including training and information dissemination. Ensure compliance of budget administration with Financial Rules and Regulations, promoting coherent interpretation and application at the corporate level. Initiate reviews of budgetary policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and internal controls.

Work Experience

Requires at least fifteen years of progressive professional experience in accounting, finance, or oversight, with at least seven years at the international level. Extensive experience in implementing results-based budgeting frameworks, strategic planning, and financial reporting is essential. Proven experience managing large, cross-functional teams and driving organizational change is necessary.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of results-based management, enterprise risk management, and results-based budgeting. Strong strategic thinking, decision-making, and analytical skills. Excellent communication, drafting, and policy development abilities. Proven leadership and interpersonal skills for building partnerships and fostering collaboration. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analytics tools. Understanding of UN or UNESCO policies and systems is desirable.

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