Programme Budget Specialist

Manages Gavi-funded procurement finances and UNICEF escrow accounts. The specialist coordinates approvals and cash transfers, monitors compliance and procurement financing, prepares statutory disclosures, advises partners and improves ERP workflows for complex funding instruments and non-standard purchasing arrangements.

Department: Supply Division

• Manage financial approvals, fund inception, utilization and reporting for Gavi programmes
• Coordinate cash transfers and operational issues with Gavi partners
• Monitor programme procurement, funding requests and cash requirements
• Record transactions and maintain project approval records under financial procedures
• Prepare statutory disclosure schedules and financial statement inputs
• Manage escrow account movements and special procurement financing arrangements
• Improve ERP business processes, reports and performance indicators
• Provide financial advisory support in cross-centre and partner meetings

• Advanced degree in finance, accounting, economics, statistics or a related field
• At least five years of experience in budget and finance management, monitoring and reporting and project management
• Experience in financial systems development or business process analysis
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Knowledge of SAP or a similar ERP system
• Fluency in English

• Fixed-term international professional appointment