Chief of Administration and Finance

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Chief of Administration and Finance

Vacancy notice no: 2236
Sector: SG
Department: A&F
Country of contract: Switzerland
Duty station: Geneva

Position number: AF01/D2/254
Grade: D2
Type of contract: Fixed-term
Duration of contract: 2 years with possibility of renewal
Recruitment open to: External
Final date to receive applications (Midnight Geneva Time): 5 March 2026

ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT

The General Secretariat directs administrative, human and financial resources and activities of the Union, including the implementation of the provisions of the administrative regulations on operational questions, the dissemination of information on telecommunication/ICT matters for operational and other purposes, and the provision of legal advice to the whole of the Union. The General Secretariat coordinates the implementation of the Strategic Plan, monitors the telecommunication/ICT environment and recommends as needed action relating to the Union’s future policies and strategy.

The General Secretariat ensures inter-sectoral coordination and cooperation to advance a whole of ITU approach (One-ITU) in headquarters and the field. The General Secretariat provides logistical and information technology support to the Union’s activities including conferences and global forums; the coordination of the work of the Union with the United Nations system, and other international organizations; and the engagement of the Member States, Sector Members, and Academia.

The General Secretariat manages corporate governance, and strategic communications and relations with the media, different stakeholder groups as well as the general public.

Within the General Secretariat, Administration and Finance advises the Secretary General on human and financial resources management, and procurement. It manages ITU’s resources ensuring consistency with ITU strategies, policies, regulations and rules as well as UN Common System policies. Efficiently manages the human capital of the Union; creates a stimulating and supportive work environment and encourages organizational creativity and performance measurement based on results.

Administration and Finance also ensures sound and balanced financial management of the Union; provides support and strategic advice on financial and budgetary matters, with a goal to strengthen ITU’s financial system.

Under the direction of the Secretary‑General, the Chief of Administration and Finance is responsible for the implementation of the ITU mandate by providing the necessary managerial, administrative and logistical support required in the following areas: human resources, budget and finance, and procurement services. He/she acts as principal adviser to the Secretary‑General on all related matters; plans, organizes, implements, manages and oversees all related activities ensuring the development, preparation, coordination and monitoring of overall related work plans, strategies and programs, the establishment of sound policies, procedures, practices, standards and tools consistent with ITU policy and practice, taking into consideration policies, rules and regulations of the UN Common…