Expedited VN: Senior Budget Officer (Results-Based Budgeting (RBB)) (P) (Internal Applicants only)

Job Description

Job Identification (Reference Number): 17887
Position Title: Senior Budget Officer (Results-Based Budgeting (RBB)) (P)
Duty Station City: Geneva
Grade: P-4
Contract Type: Fixed-term (1 year with possibility of extension)
Recruiting Type: Professional 
Vacancy Type: Vacancy Notice
Initial duration: 1 year with possibility of extension
Closing date: 18 December 2025

Introduction:

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants. 

IOM is committed to ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

This is an expedited recruitment process open only to:

a) internal candidates and

b) former IOM staff members who were separated in the last 12 months due to the structural adjustment process.

This process is not open to external applicants; their applications will not be considered at this time. 

Second-tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM and female candidates.

Context:

The Budget Division of the Department of Financial and Administrative Management (DFAM) is responsible for preparing the Organization’s annual Programme and Budget and related documents. It provides policy guidance and technical support on budgetary matters, establishes procedures for preparing Country Office and project budgets, and supports the alignment of resource allocations with institutional priorities. The Division also manages the scale of assessment used to calculate Member States’ contributions to the Administrative Part of the Budget and provides analytical support to ensure the sound management of IOM’s financial resources.

In the context of IOM’s transition toward Results-Based Management (RBM), the Budget Division is enhancing its capacity to link strategic planning, budgeting, monitoring, and reporting processes to demonstrate the results achieved through the use of allocated resources.

Under the overall guidance of the Comptroller/Director of DFAM and the direct supervision of the Chief, Budget Division, and in close coordination with other DFAM Divisions and the Department of Strategic Planning and Organizational Performance (SRD), the Senior Budget Officer (Results-Based Budgeting (RBB)) will play a key role in advancing the implementation of Results-Based Budgeting across the Organization. The incumbent will provide technical expertise, coordination, and analytical support to strengthen the integration of planning, budgeting, and performance reporting at the institutional level, including through the annual Programme and Budget and related budget documents.

Responsibilities

1. Lead and support the institutional transition to Results-Based Budgeting, ensuring alignment with IOM’s Strategic Results Framework, Budget Reform objectives, and Results-Based Management principles.

2. Review and update existing budgeting policies, procedures, and templates to incorporate results-based methodologies and performance-oriented resource allocation.

3. Facilitate consultation and coordination across Headquarters Departments, Regional Offices, and Country Offices to promote consistent understanding and adoption of RBB practices.

4. Contribute to improving the design and presentation of the Programme and Budget to reflect results-based approaches and clearly demonstrate linkages between resources and expected results.

5. Collaborate closely with the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) (WAVE) and Project Information and Management Application (PRIMA) Teams to ensure the effective integration of RBB principles and processes into IOM’s ERP and project management systems.

6. Develop and apply analytical models, financial indicators, and performance metrics to enhance the integration of financial and programmatic data in planning, budgeting, and monitoring processes.

7. Oversee and guide the continuous improvement and automation of budgeting workflows, ensuring consistency, data integrity, and efficient linkages between corporate systems and reporting tools.

8. Lead the preparation of analytical reports, dashboards, and visualizations combining financial and programmatic data to support management decision-making and institutional reporting.

9. Oversee the systematic collection, validation, and analysis of baseline and monitoring data to ensure that results-based budgeting and reporting processes are informed by robust evidence.

10. Collaborate with relevant HQ and field units to harmonize processes, strengthen data integration, and ensure coherence between planning, monitoring, and reporting frameworks.

11. Lead capacity-building efforts and provide training and technical guidance  to staff across the Organization on results-based budgeting principles, methodologies, and best practices.

12. Guide and coordinate the development of internal guidelines, manuals, and knowledge products to support the effective operationalization of RBB.

13. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

• Master’s degree in Economics, Business Administration or a related field from an accredited institution with seven years of relevant professional experience; or,

• University degree in the above fields with nine years of relevant professional experience

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience:

• Progressively expanding management experience within an international context in financial management, budgeting, and/or business process improvement;

• Experience and knowledge of Results Based Budgeting techniques and principles. Experience with RBB implementation within the UN context will be a distinct advantage;

• Proven experience in liaison and negotiation with donors and other external parties/stakeholders;

• Sound experience in analysing a wide range of financial documents and reports and in handling large datasets;

• Knowledge and understanding of IOM/UN policies, rules, regulations and instructions on resource management, including finance and budget;

• Experience in working in a multi-cultural setting; and,

• High level of computer literacy experience in computerized accounting systems and software; advanced knowledge of MS Office specifically EXCEL; advanced knowledge of accounting systems, software and procedures.

Skills:

• Strong communication skills, ability to present information in a comprehensive, clear and concise manner both in writing and verbally;

• Demonstrate ability to conduct analyses, excellent writing skills, accompanied with ability to edit a range of different materials, including but not limited to risk management policies, related instructions, guidelines and reports for different audiences;

• Knowledge of SAP, Oracle and/or other ERP systems, software and procedures. Knowledge of Business Intelligence tools is a distinctive advantage. 

• Knowledge and understanding of IOM/UN policies, rules, regulations and instructions on resource management;

• Excellent writing skills. Candidates will be assessed on proficiency to draft reports;

• Strong analytical skills applied to large amounts of data from multiple sources;

• Ability to coach, mentor and develop staff;

• Proven ability to identify client needs and match them to appropriate solutions; and,

• Ability to establish and maintain productive partnership with clients.

Languages:

IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish. 

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies:

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

• Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 3

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action-oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge, and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring, and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 3

• Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings. 

Notes:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station's country cannot be considered eligible.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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