The United Nations is inviting qualified candidates to apply for the position of Budget Assistant within the Finance and Budget Section of the Economic Commission for Africa. The role provides technical and administrative support in budget preparation, monitoring, and financial reporting in line with UN rules and procedures.
Location
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Employment Type
Full Time (Temporary)
Expected Duration
5 Months
Application Deadline
February 8, 2026
Key Responsibilities
Provide support in reviewing, analyzing, and preparing medium-term plans and budget proposals.
Assist in preparing annual programme budgets and monitoring expenditures against approved allocations.
Support the preparation of cost estimates, budget performance reports, and variance analyses.
Review requisitions to ensure correct expenditure classification and fund availability.
Maintain and verify the integrity of financial and budgetary data in Umoja and related systems.
Produce regular and ad-hoc budget reports using Business Intelligence tools.
Coordinate with finance and budget staff during budget preparation and reporting processes.
Draft reports, memos, and correspondence related to budget and financial matters.
Provide technical support on Umoja funds management and related budget issues.
Perform other finance, budget, and administrative duties as assigned.
Education Requirement
Relevant background in finance, budget, accounting, administrative services, or a related field.
Experience Requirement
Minimum of seven years of experience in finance, budget, accounting, administrative services, or a related area.
Experience in budgeting and financial report analysis is desirable.
Experience with SAP-Umoja, BI reporting, and Umoja Analytics is an advantage.
Knowledge of UN Financial Rules and Regulations is desirable.
Skills & Competencies
Strong analytical and reporting skills.
High attention to detail and data accuracy.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Good coordination, communication, and teamwork skills.
How to Apply
Apply online through the UN Careers Portal:
https://careers.un.org/jobSearchDescription/271400?language=en
Organization
United Nations (UN)
No application fee is required.