Finance Assistant

1. Background and Justification

• Purpose of the Position

To provide administrative support in Accounts and Finance Management (AFM) on Staff Health Insurance (SHI) and pension matter. To assist the Finance Assistant (SHI), G6 in improving the quality of performance of the team.

2. Job Description

*  Objective of the Programme and the immediate Strategic Objectives

The General Management and Coordination (GMC) Cluster plays a central role in ensuring that WHO’s regional and country operations are supported through coherent administrative, logistical, and operational frameworks. GMC has the overall responsibility for leading and coordinating the work of various Teams within its Cluster: the Regional Support Unit (RSU), the Regional Office Support Unit (ROSU), Budget and Management Systems (BMS), Compliance & Risk Management (CRMA), and Health and Medical Services (HMS). The RSU is based in Pretoria and extends GMC’s operational reach by offering proximity administrative and operational services to the 47 country offices in WHO’s Africa Region, promoting agile, context-sensitive service delivery aligned with WHO’s priorities in the Region. The ROSU is based in Brazzaville and provides proximity support to the Regional Office for Africa, promoting agile, context-sensitive service delivery aligned with WHO’s operational priorities in the Region. It also supports the Pretoria-based Regional Support Unit in providing effective and efficient operational services to the 47 countries of the region.   

The general objectives of the Accounts and Finance Management function are to provide effective budget and finance support services to WHO programmes and administration as well as support the management of financial assets of the organisation in the African Region in compliance with organisation-wide policies and procedures. The work in scope includes awards management, labour distribution planning and control, imprest and other accounts management, treasury, expenditure management and staff health insurance

*  Summary of Assigned duties (Describe what the incumbent has to do to achieve main objectives)

Under the direct supervision and guidance of the Finance Assistant (SHI), G6 and overall supervision of the Team Lead ROSU, the incumbent perform the following duties:
1. Process all SHI claims of the staff members for the African Region covering the Regional Office, Intercountry Support Teams and WHO Country Offices.
2. Advise staff on SHI matters and claim procedures and to reply promptly to SHI queries.
3. Follow up the settlement of general insurance claims lodged with insurance companies.
4. Provide guidance to staff members on claims submission.
5. Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

3.  Recruitment Profile

Competencies:

Describe the core, management competencies required - See WHO competency model - list in order of priority, commencing with the most important ones.

• Teamwork
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
• Communication
• Producing results
• Ensuring the effective use of resources

Functional Knowledge and Skills

*  Describe the essential knowledge and the skills specific to the position

Ability to acquire sound knowledge of WHO rules, regulations and procedures. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of different national and cultural backgrounds. Tact, discretion and ability to keep information confidential are essential.

Education Qualifications

*  Essential

Completion of secondary school education or equivalent technical training or commercial with specialization in finance, accounting, budgeting law or business administration.

Desirable

Diploma or higher education in accounting or finance will be an advantage.

Experience

*  Essential

 5  years of working experience in finance, budgeting and/or accounting activities.

Desirable

Experience within UN or other international or multinational organizations will be an advantage.

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of French.

Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of English

Other Skills (e.g., IT)

Computer literacy and ability to effectively use a variety of software. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential as well as experience operating the relevant WHO Global Management (GSM) modules.

REMUNERATION

WHO offers staff in the General Services category an attractive remuneration package, which for the above position includes an annual net base salary starting at XAF 11,933,000 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.
 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Staff members who have been separated as a result of the 2025 Prioritization and Realignment Process will be given special consideration.
• Special selection procedures may apply.
• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level

• Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

• A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.

• In the event that 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. 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/ [link removed]. 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.

• The Director-General retains the discretion to not make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description, including shortening the duration of the appointment.

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• WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion [link removed]) are strongly encouraged to apply.

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• An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter [link removed] into practice.

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• WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.

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• This post is subject to local recruitment and will be filled by persons recruited in the local commuting area of the duty station.

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