“UNU” stands for United Nations University , is an international community of scholars engaging in policy oriented research, capacity development and dissemination of knowledge, furthering the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations. Its mission is to contribute, through research and capacity building, to efforts to resolve the pressing global problems that are the concern of the United Nations and its Member States. Apply for being an operation associate at united nations university.
United Nations University has been a premier research institute for impartial research on human survival, conflict prevention, sustainable development and welfare. With more than 400 researchers in 12 countries, UNU’s work spans the 17 Sustainable Development Goals, generating policy-relevant knowledge to effect positive global change. UNU maintains more than 200 collaborations with UN agencies and leading universities and research institutions across the globe.
What are the advantages come with being employed at UNU :
- Engaging in meaningful work has the power to positively impact deserving individuals.
- Empowering Youth by providing them with the necessary tools and skills for advancing in their careers
- Promoting diversity in gender and culture to support the strength of the team.
Job Details:
Job Title: Operation Associate Unit: United Nations University Job Place: Germany Deadline: Opened
Education & Qualifications Requirements:
Education:
- One of the following (or equivalent):
- Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA)
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- University degree in Political Science or Development Economics
- University degree in Public International Relations
Experience:
- Minimum:
- At least 2 years of experience in financial or program support functions.
- Experience working with UN rules and regulations concerning administration, finance, and procurement.
- Preferred:
- Experience working within the United Nations system.
Skills & Abilities:
- Technical Skills:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Working knowledge of relevant financial management systems is a plus.
- Soft Skills:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and oral.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Report Writing & Communication:
- Strong skills in drafting clear and concise reports, presentations, and communications.
- Ability to gather and analyze data to effectively summarize findings.
- Languages:
- Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
- Knowledge of another official UN language (French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, or German) is a desirable asset.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance of procurement activities with UN/UNU rules, regulations, policies, and strategies.
- Maintain accurate financial records by ensuring transactions are recorded in the appropriate chartfield.
- Contribute to initiatives for workflow improvement and streamlining financial processes to enhance efficiency and productivity.
- Develop reports, dashboards, or other tools to effectively present data and communicate information to management.
- File and archive supporting work papers and documents.
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