Treasurer and Chief, Financial Services

The International Training Centre of the ILO (ITC-ILO) is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity among its staff. Applicants from non- or under-represented member States, or from those member States which staffing forecasts indicate will become non- or under-represented in the near future would be particularly welcome. Qualified candidates living with a disability are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation measures may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process.

Organizational Context

The Treasurer and Chief, Financial Services serves as the Centre’s Chief Financial Officer and is responsible for the financial governance of the Centre. The position is responsible to the Director for the formulation of financial and budgetary policy and the oversight of the Centre’s fiduciary responsibilities for all sources of funds.

Functional Responsibilities

1. Overseeing the application and implementation of the Financial Rules, including through the introduction of improved financial and related business systems and procedures as well as effective internal financial control, sound administration of funds and the exercise of economy.
2. Overseeing and managing the budgetary, financial and accounting operations of the Centre.
3. Overseeing the preparation of the Centre’s budget, including the establishment of such procedures, criteria and deadlines as required, as well as providing advice on budget and financial policy to the Director.
4. Overseeing and managing the implementation of the approved budget, ensuring that the Centre’s expenditure remains within the appropriations as voted and that such funds are used only for the purpose approved by the Board.
5. Overseeing the treasury operations of all funds in the custody of the Director.
6. Overseeing the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) of the Centre.
7. Supporting and advising the Director in servicing the Centre’s Board in relations to all financial matters, including overseeing the preparation, finalization and presentation of related documents.
8. Supporting and advising the Deputy Director in strengthening the effectiveness of the Centre’s operating model, working in close cooperation with other Corporate Services to streamline business processes and workflows.
9. Audit liaison and management, overseeing the follow-up of internal and external audit reports.
10. Managing staff and setting the direction of technical areas under his/her purview.
11. Represent the Centre at UN inter-agency meetings concerning financial matters.
12. Ensure alignment with ILO policies and act as focal point on financial matters with the ILO Treasurer and Financial Comptroller as well as the officials in the Financial Management Department of the ILO.
13. Any other responsibilities assigned by the Director.

Qualifications Required

Education: University degree in business administration, finance or accounting, with certification as a Chartered Accountant or Certified Public Accountant or equivalent professional certification.

Experience: At least 15 years of relevant work experience in financial management, accounting and auditing, preferably with at least ten years working with international accounting and financial operations.

Languages: Excellent knowledge of English. Working knowledge of French is an asset.

Core Competencies

1. Excellent knowledge of financial governance.
2. Excellent knowledge of accounting and auditing, including IPSAS/IFRS.
3. Good understanding of the UN System/NGO operations with an environment of donor-financed projects.
4. Excellent knowledge of financial automation and managing ERP Financial systems.
5. Excellent knowledge of results-based frameworks and processes.
6. Good experience in supporting digital transformation initiatives and familiarity with digital governance frameworks, including the integration of digital tools into organizational processes.
7. Adaptability: ability to adapt to major changes in tasks or in the work environment.
8. Collaboration: ability to develop, maintain and use collaborative relationships.
9. Communication: ability to convey information and ideas through a variety of media in a manner that engages the individual or group.
10. Integrity: integrity, confidentiality and institutional loyalty are required in the exercise of all the functions.
11. Initiative: ability to take prompt action to accomplish objectives, even beyond what is required.
12. Knowledge management: ability to develop and update professional knowledge continuously, and to assimilate and apply new job-related information in a timely manner.
13. Sensitivity to diversity: ability to accommodate cultural and gender differences and to interact effectively with people of different cultures and backgrounds.
14. Personal Skills: Pragmatic, innovative and results-oriented leader. Business acumen. Accountable for decisions and actions and promotes ownership and responsibility at all levels. Excellent communicator with the ability to influence.

Application and Recruitment Information

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form. To apply, please visit ITC-ILO Jobs. Evaluation (which may include one or several written tests and a pre-interview competency-based assessment centre) and the interviews will tentatively take place during the 2 months following the application deadline. Candidates are requested to ensure their availability should they be short listed for further consideration. Depending on the location and availability of candidates, assessors and interview panel members, the Centre may use email and/or video or teleconference communication technologies for the assessment and evaluation of candidates at the different stages of the recruitment process, including assessment centres, technical tests, or interviews.

Conditions of Employment

Appointment/extension of appointment is subject to the Staff Regulations of the Centre and other relevant internal rules. Appointments are of fixed-term duration. The first contract is issued for a two-year period. A successful external candidate will be on probation for the first twenty-one months of assignment. Any extension of contract beyond the probationary period is subject to satisfactory conduct and performance. Recruitment is normally at the initial step of the P.5 grade. Depending on qualifications and relevant experience, the successful candidate may be initially recruited at a grade lower than that of the position. Grade P5 Salary: Minimum US$ 101,540 rising to a Maximum US$ 124,450. Post Adjustment for Turin: Minimum US$ 18,785 up to a Maximum US$ 23,023. In case the appointed official qualifies for dependency status, (spouse or children) the above salary increases by 6% of the applicable grade and step. Other allowances and benefits subject to specific terms of appointment: Children's allowance, Children's education grant, Pension and health insurance schemes, 30 working days annual leave, Assignment grant, Entitlement to removal expenses (or an allowance in lieu of this entitlement), Repatriation grant (after 5 years of service), Home-leave travel with eligible dependants every two years, Privileges and immunities granted by the Italian Government. Salaries and emoluments are exempt from taxation by the Italian authorities and so, on the basis of the international agreements or national law relating to presence or residence abroad, are generally exempt from taxation by other governments.