The WHO Talent Pool Finance Assistant position for 2025 offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to global health initiatives while receiving a competitive monthly salary of EUR 3,766. In this role, you will support the financial operations of the World Health Organization, ensuring effective management of resources in pursuit of health goals.
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As a Finance Assistant, you will be involved in budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance activities, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance financial processes. This position is ideal for individuals with a strong background in finance and a passion for public health. Join us in making a difference in global health through effective financial management!
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
Essential: Graduation from secondary school or equivalent complemented by subsequent training in accounting at Brevet de Technicien Supérieur (BTS) level.
Desirable: Relevant university degree in accounting or certification in accounting such as Diplôme de Comptabilité et de Gestion (DCG) and Diplôme Supérieur de Comptabilité et de Gestion (DSCG). Knowledge in International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
For GS5 level: At least five years’ experience in similar positions, including experience or knowledge of practices and procedures related to ledger maintenance (livre de compte).
For GS4 level: At least three years’ experience in similar positions, including experience or knowledge of practices and procedures related to ledger maintenance (livre de compte).
Desirable: Experience in a governmental and /or an international institution.
USE OF LANGUAGE SKILLS
Excellent knowledge of English and/or French and working knowledge of the other language.
SKILLS
· Knowledge in Microsoft 365 excel and word.
· Knowledge in SAP or other ERP system is an advantage.
· Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
· Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multicultural environment.
· Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while keeping attention to accuracy.
REMUNERATION
The fixed remuneration for the above position currently amounts to:
For GS5 level: EUR 3,766 per month.
For GS4 level: EUR 3,396 per month.
The above amounts are expressed net of income tax but before deduction of the employee share contributions for mandatory participation in the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund (UNJSPF) and in the Organization’s private insurance plans covering health, accident, illness and disability.
Other benefits include different types of leave and allowances for dependent family members.
Employment status is that of an international civil servant.
Note: due to the legal status of WHO/IARC as an international organization, its staff do not contribute to and do not generate benefits in French mandatory schemes for health insurance (“assurance maladie”), pension (“assurance vieillesse/retraite or unemployment (“Pôle-Emploi”) throughout their period of employment with the Agency.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
· This vacancy notice is a talent pool for finance assistants at GS5 and GS4 levels and may be used to fill other similar positions at these grade levels or lower.
· This post is subject to local recruitment and will ideally be filled by persons residing within the local commuting area of the duty station.
· Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
· A written test and/or presentation/seminar may be used as a form of screening.
· If your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. IARC/WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.
· According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.
· Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules, and Manual noting that first year of fixed term contracts is a probationary period which may be extended subject to performance evaluation.
· For information on IARC’s operations please visit: https://www.iarc.who.int
