Economic Commission for Africa Senior Finance and Budget Assistant Jobs in Ethiopia



Economic Commission for Africa Senior Finance and Budget Assistant Jobs in Ethiopia;The Senior Finance and Budget Assistant supports the Facilities Management Section (FMS) of the Administration & Conference Management Division (ACMD).

The role ensures effective budget preparation, monitoring, financial reporting, Umoja operations, procurement compliance, and claims processing in line with UN financial rules and IPSAS standards.

Key Responsibilities

Budget Monitoring & Financial Analysis

  • Prepare budgets, yearly procurement, and activity plans with Unit Heads.

  • Distribute approved budgets and monitor appropriations.

  • Compare financial usage against procurement and activity plans.

  • Provide financial analysis and reports to Chief FMS.

  • Advise Units on proper use of funds and procurement procedures.

  • Implement IPSAS accounting procedures and ensure PP&E recognition.

  • Follow up on audit recommendations.

    Umoja Operations

  • Create pre‑encumbrances for goods, services, utilities, and consultants.

  • Generate obligation documents (OBID) for consultants and contractors.

  • Inspect and process monthly claims in Umoja.

  • Amend pre‑encumbrances when necessary.

    Procurement Compliance

  • Ensure procurement requests comply with UN financial rules.

  • Assign account numbers and maintain financial records.

  • Verify requests align with procurement plans and UN manual.

    Budget Proposal Preparation

  • Collect procurement data from Units.

  • Compile draft and final budget proposals.

  • Submit proposals to Budget Unit and monitor implementation.

  • Prepare budget performance submissions and analyze variances.

  • Verify accuracy of financial database inputs.

    Consultants & Contractors

  • Prepare memos for recruitment and contract extensions.

  • Distribute signed contracts to appropriate offices.

    Claims & Payments

  • Review and process payments to third parties and individuals.

  • Act as certifying officer when required.

  • Certify overtime payments for staff.

    Other Duties

  • Perform additional tasks as assigned by Chief of Section.

    Competencies

    Professionalism

  • Knowledge of UN financial rules, regulations, and procedures.

  • Ability to analyze and format data across finance and budget functions.

  • Strong problem‑solving skills and persistence under pressure.

  • Commitment to gender equality and data‑driven decision‑making.

    Teamwork

  • Collaborative approach, valuing diverse input.

  • Willingness to support group decisions and share credit.

    Planning & Organizing

  • Ability to set clear goals, prioritize, and manage resources efficiently.

    Requirements

    Education

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.

  • Certificate/Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or related field desirable.

    Work Experience

  • Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience in finance, budget, accounting, or administration.

  • Reduced to 8 years for candidates with a first‑level university degree.

  • Proficiency in MS Word and Excel required.

  • Knowledge of Umoja desirable.

  • 1+ years of experience in data analytics desirable.

    Languages

  • English required.

  • French desirable.

    How to Apply

    For more information and job application details, see; Economic Commission for Africa Senior Finance and Budget Assistant Jobs in Ethiopia

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