Chief of Section, Finance and Budget

Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located within the United Nations Support Office in Haiti (UNSOH). Pursuant to Security Council resolution 2793 (2025), UNSOH has been mandated to provide support; primarily to the Gang Suppression Force (GSF), the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH), the Haitian National Police (HNP), and the Haitian Armed Forces in the context of any joint operations with the GSF. Additionally, UNSOH is tasked with delivering technical assistance to the Organization of American States (OAS). The Chief of Section, Finance and Budget reports to the Chief Operations and Resource Management at D-1 level and is responsible for leading the section in its delivery of strategic support and business intelligence, including advice to operational counterparts and senior leadership on financial resourcing and stewardship and organizational performance of the mission in line with mission priorities. This position is based in Port-au-Prince and is located in the Office of the Chief, Operations and Resources Management, Finance and Budget Section. The incumbent will report to the Chief Operations and Resources Management, D-1. Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Chief of Section, Finance and Budget, P-5 will be responsible for the following duties: • Acts as the principal advisor to senior leadership on questions related to financial resourcing and stewardship, and organizational performance in line with mission priorities and provides advice on new approaches and practices; • Leads the Finance and Budget Section guiding and coordinating the efforts towards the achievement of programme objectives. Strategic Resourcing and Stewardship • Leads the mission's budget development programme, providing guidance and coordination with respect to the establishment of major resourcing priorities, preparation of comprehensive budget submissions including staff and non-staff requirements, application of results-based budgeting principles, analysis of the costs and benefits of major new proposals, reviews, analyzes and revises data with respect to the finalization of the budget proposals including programmatic aspects and coordination of performance reporting; • Provides leadership and guidance to programme and resource managers throughout the mission in the monitoring of budgetary execution and financial performance to identify issues, priorities timely solutions, and exceptions warranting further action as well as in participating in projects to enhance the cost-effectiveness of mission activities; • Effectively leads the financial administration of the mission, including the provision of authoritative advice with regard to the compliance with UN's Financial Regulations and Rules; • Prepares financial models, estimates and cost-benefit analysis in response to planning for and implementing major operational changes including the preparation of financial implications of mandates or programme adjustments; • Supports the legislative review processes especially the Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ) and the 5th Committee of the General Assembly; • Ensures that the financial accounts of the mission are continually maintained, monitored and that annual financial statements are certified in accordance with the requirements of the UN Controller and UN Financial Regulations and Rules; • Ensures that accurate and complete accounting, reporting and internal control systems are functioning and that all relevant records are maintained in accordance with the UN's Financial Regulations and Rules and proper management of mission resources; • Supports the preparation of the mission's draft responses with regards to financial audits findings and recommendations from both the Board of external auditors and Office of Internal Oversight Services ( OIOS) with advice and corrective actions; • Acts as the secretary to the mission's resource stewardship executive group. Performance Monitoring • Ensures strong management reporting practices and business intelligence for effective and efficient budgetary and performance management, integrating all aspects of the mission's operations and identifying remedial actions; • Leads ongoing monitoring, analysis and reporting to ensure that the mission's organizational performance is tracking with set targets and resource requirements are aligned with mandates and other priorities; Other • Plans, organizes, directs the activities of multiple teams and resources of the Section. Manages the staff of the section in prioritizing, planning and assigning responsibilities, developing and maintaining needed expertise and knowledge, and identifying opportunities for improvement including their on-going learning and career development; • Represents the mission on crosscutting projects and initiatives to improve resource management, financial operations and risk management in field operations; • Ensures an effective cashier function as needed. • Ensures that all activities within Finance and Budget Section are in compliance with the DOS Environmental and Waste Management policies and in line with the DOS Environment Strategy objectives; coordinates with the mission's environmental officer for guidance as needed. • Serves on formal oversight bodies established in the mission, including the Local Committee on Contracts and Local Property Survey Board. • Performs other related duties as assigned. Competencies Professionalism: Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter in accounting and budget principles. Knowledge of, and ability to apply financial regulations, rules, and procedures in international or national environment. Within these guidelines, work requires development of organization instructions, practices and operational budget and financial standards. Ability to apply conceptual, analytical and evaluative skills in financial management. Independently responsible for overall planning, management and supervision of the Finance and Budget Section with complex operations and issues. Acts as the principal advisor to senior leadership on questions related to financial resourcing and stewardship, and organizational performance in line with mission priorities. Leads the Finance and Budget Section guiding and coordinating the efforts towards the achievement of programme's objectives. Act as representative of the Organization within the designated area of responsibilities, when required discuss the financial component of cooperative agreements and coordinate financial transactions, when required. Shows pride in work and achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Communication: Superior capacity to speak and write with influence in communicating with senior leadership and peers throughout the Mission and at UNHQ; demonstrated experience in conveying technical financial issues to non-practitioners, adapting language, tone, style and format to the audience; listens to others, correctly interpreting messages and responding appropriately; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable. Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow; Empowers others to translate vision into results; Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; Anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; Drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo; Shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Managing Performance: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; Makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; Accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; Monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; Regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; Encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; Actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; Appraises performance fairly. Education Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in business administration, public administration, finance, or related field. A relevant combination of a first level academic qualification and extensive experience in accounting, budget or finance may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree. Job - Specific Qualification A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or similar recognized professional designation is required; a combination of extensive experience in accounting, budget or finance coupled with active enrolment in a CPA or related professional designation program may be accepted in lieu. Work Experience A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in finance, budget, administration, public administration, business administration, or related area is required. Experience managing a large, multi-functional team is required. Experience in cost management, budget formulation, financial monitoring, accounting, audit, financial reporting or other related areas is required. Experience in translating strategies into financial plans and operations is required. Experience working with international or multi-national organizations is desirable. Experience working in a volatile, conflict or post conflict settings is desirable. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. French is desirable. 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Special Notice This "Recruit from Roster" job opening is only open to roster applicants who are already placed on pre-approved rosters, following a review by a United Nations Central Review Body. Only roster applicants who were placed on rosters with similar functions at the same level are considered to be eligible candidates. Eligible applicants receive an email inviting them to apply. Rostered applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are interested and available to take up the position at the duty station/s specified in the Job Opening. Applying to this job opening carries an expectation to accept the offer, if selected. This job opening is subject to the approval of UNSOH 2026-2027 budget and availability of the position with validity from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027. The appointment or assignment and renewal thereof are subject to the availability of the post or funds, budgetary approval or extension of the mandate. 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