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UNAIDS is an innovative United Nations partnership that leads and inspires the world in achieving universal access to HIV prevention, treatment, care and support.
UNAIDS' Cosponsors include
UNHCR, UNICEF, WFP, UNDP, UNFPA, UNODC, UN Women, ILO, UNESCO, WHO and the World Bank. Visit the UNAIDS Web site at www.unaids.org |
Vacancy No.: UNAIDS/09/TASR1
Title: Accountability Coordinator
Grade: P5
Contract type: Temporary Appointment under Staff Rule 420.4
Duration of contract: Temporary appointment (24 months)
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Date:
3 July 2009
Application Deadline:
31 July 2009
Vacancy Notice Cancelled
Organization unit:
AI/DRM Department of Resource Management - External Vacancy
Duty station:
Geneva Switzerland
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MANDATE OF THE DEPARTMENT:
The Department of Resource Management (DRM) is a strategic department supporting headquarters and field activities through the development and maintenance of high-quality, time- and cost-efficient, and predictable (a) policies, (b) services, (c) systems, and (d) processes, that are developed in the best interest of the Joint Programme, and ensure UNAIDS organizational capacity to respond promptly and effectively to the environment in which it operates. The Department of Resource Management drives the adoption of new tools for improved business practices within the UNAIDS Secretariat.
The Budget, Finance and Administration Division provides leadership, coherence and coordination of UNAIDS' budgetary, financial, accounting and administrative and operational services at a global, regional and country level. The unit provides the Secretariat and the Cosponsors with direction on strategic and operational planning, budgeting and resource allocation. The unit ensures appropriate internal controls and oversight, accurate accounting of income and expenditures, and effective, efficient and transparent financial management. The unit is also responsible for financial monitoring and performance monitoring and internal as well as external reporting on resource utilization at all levels. Guidance and support is provided on a daily basis to Secretariat units at headquarters as well as regional support teams and country offices.
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Main tasks and Responsibilities of the Position:
Under the direct supervision of the Chief, Budget, Finance and Administration, the incumbent is responsible for managing and further developing the accountability enhancement initiative. In particular:
1. Supervise and manage the human resources assigned to the accountability enhancement initiative including the Chief, Compliance Enhancement Officer, short-term consultants and support staff.
2. Manage the process and resources required to complete the regional and country level accountability reviews by developing appropriate Terms of Reference and the preparation of key performance indicators to measure the impact of these reviews on financial accountability and transparency.
3. Coordinate the inputs to produce a summary report aggregating the results and recommendations of the individual country and regional level reviews highlighting strengths, weaknesses, estimated costs of current accountability and operational practices and base lines for improving work practices and processes.
4. Lead the development, design and implementation of a system for ongoing monitoring of and follow up on accountability at regional and country level to strengthen financial management, administration and mitigation of the risk of fraud.
5. Provide advice and guidance to headquarters units, RSTs and country offices on UNAIDS administrative and operational support systems, including mechanisms for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of systems and services and propose ways of strengthening these at country and regional levels.
6. Manage the development and introduction of various tools including training, updating manuals and creating appropriate guidelines to assist Secretariat staff in the area of accountability relating to financial administration and management.
7. Provide senior management with updates on progress relating to the accountability enhancement initiative and the resolution of problems related to financial management policies, procedures and practices.
8. Represent UNAIDS in meetings of international organizations on the Bribery of Officials of Public Organizations as it relates to the UN Convention against Corruption.
9. Perform other related duties agreed with the Chief, Budget, Finance and Administration.
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| REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS |
Education:
Advanced university degree in public or business administration, international relations, political or social sciences, or similar academic preparation. |
Competencies:
Conceptual and analytical ability to assess organizational performance, structures and systems as well as functional and operational needs. Ability to think strategically to analyze, compile, synthesize and present information and suggest solutions. Good knowledge of management practices and business processes. In depth understanding of financial and administrative policies, procedures, rules and regulations of the UN and ability to interpret and apply WHO and UNDP regulations, rules, policies and procedures to UNAIDS operations.
Knowledge of and experience in applying UN financial and administrative rules and regulations. Literacy in most commonly used software.
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Experience:
A minimum of 11 years experience in administration and management, including senior positions at international level, preferably at country level. Experience from and knowledge of the United Nations system is a requirement. |
Languages:
Excellent knowledge of English or French with a good knowledge of the other language.
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Annual salary:
(Net of tax)
75 432 US$ at single rate
81 197 US$ with primary dependants
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Post Adjustment:
78 % of the figure(s) on the left side. This percentage is to be considered as indicative since variations may occur each month either upwards or downwards due to currency exchange rate fluctuations or inflation. |
Applicants will be required to take a test. Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview. |
Applications from people living with HIV are particularly welcome. Applications from women and from nationals of non- and under-represented member states are particularly encouraged. |
Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to the Staff Regulations and Rules of the World Health Organization (WHO) adjusted, as necessary, to take into account the particular operational needs of UNAIDS, and any subsequent amendments.
Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
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Note: The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer or promotion of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity. The medical criterion for recruitment is fitness to work in the particular post. The United Nations HIV/AIDS Personnel Policy clearly stipulates that no staff and/or potential candidates shall be discriminated against on the basis of real or perceived HIV status. HIV infection, in itself, does not constitute lack of fitness to work. There is no obligation to disclose HIV-related personal information.
UNAIDS is committed to providing a work environment that respects the inherent dignity of all persons. UNAIDS has a responsibility to take all appropriate steps to prevent and respond to discrimination, abuse of authority, and harassment, including sexual harassment in the workplace or in connection with work. UNAIDS has zero tolerance towards abusive conduct. |
UNAIDS is committed to providing equity of access to employment, advancement and retention in UNAIDS, recognizing that it is in the interest of UNAIDS to recruit and maintain a diverse and skilled workforce that is representative of the diverse nature of society, which includes persons with disabilities. It is therefore the policy of UNAIDS to actively promote equity of access to employment opportunities within UNAIDS for persons with disabilities.
UNAIDS undertakes to provide reasonable accommodation necessary to enable a person with a disability to access employment opportunities, enter into and remain in employment within UNAIDS. The principle of reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, selection and appointment. |
Please visit UNAIDS's e-Recruitment website at: https://erecruit.unaids.org to review and apply to positions. The system provides instructions for online application procedures. |
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| All applicants are encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement. |
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