1) Education and certification
Bachelor's degree in human resources, business or public administration, accounting, finance, economics, or other areas of social sciences and fields related to the position responsibilities
2) Required skills and experience
4 years of post-bachelor's degree experience or 6 years of post-high school experience in support function of human resources, finance, and/or administration is required.
Experience in the UN or an international organization is desirable.
Good understanding of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) or other international accounting standards is desirable
Experience in various areas of the human resources function is desirable.
Knowledge of HR policies and their application in the employment life cycle.
Experience in processing payments and financial processes.
Experience in processing travel requests and travel cost reimbursements.
Experience in procurement and vendor registration and management
Ability to deliver solutions-oriented client service that meets the needs of the clients.
Attention to detail, process oriented and mastery of current office software.
Organizational skills and ability to take initiative, prioritize and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
Knowledge of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system
Prior experience of using QUANTUM (UNU's ERP system) would be an asset
Excellent team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
Strong planning, organisation, and time management skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and efficiently.
Demonstrated experience in managing teams is desirable.
Excellent analytical skills, including analysis of systematic problems and recommending plans of action, new actions and procedures.
A strong attention to details, focus, and flexibility;
Ability to establish priorities, and work within prescribed timeframes, tight timeline, and multitask
Able to work under minimal supervision with high level of innovation
Able to analyze and revise operating practice to improve efficiency
3) Language Requirements:
The successful candidate will be employed under PSA contract. UNU offers an attractive compensation package including an annual net salary, commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the candidate. Benefits include 30 days annual leave and a health insurance scheme.
UNU is not liable for any taxes that may be levied on the remuneration you receive under this contract. Payment of any such taxes remains the sole responsibility of PSA holders.
The duration of the initial contract is 1 year. This is Personnel Service Agreement (PSA) contract with UNU, with the possibility for renewal subject to requirements and satisfactory work performance. The combined duration on a PSA contract with UNU may not exceed six (6) years. The mandatory age of retirement for PSA holders is 65 years.
Immediate
To apply to UNU, you will not need an account. Instead, we ask that you:
Apply via the apply link;
fill out the UNU P11 Form (please avoid using similar forms provided by other United Nations organisations);
provide a motivation statement (in the P11 form); and
answer a few questions that are tailored to the position.
You may wish to refer to the UN Values and Behaviours Framework for more information.
31 July 2026
Submissions must be received by midnight EST (Toronto time zone) on the deadline; late entries will not be accepted.
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview, background checks, and references.
PSA holders are neither “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations nor “officials” for the purpose of the Convention on the Privileges and Immunities of the United Nations (1946). They are subject to the Rector's authority and may be assigned to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations University. The Rector reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level below that advertised. UNU is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities to apply and become part of the organisation. Applications from developing countries, and from women are strongly encouraged. Eligible internal applicants are also encouraged to apply. UNU has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNU, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. If you have supervisory function, you need to have awareness on gender related issues.
UNU reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNU at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
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