Join us in shaping a future with Zero Hunger. We are seeking passionate individuals eager to embrace change and contribute to global projects. You will join an innovative team and contribute to shaping the success of WFP’s recently established Global Payment Solutions office in Budapest. WFP, the world's largest humanitarian organization, offers you the chance to work within a diverse and multicultural setting, and on impactful projects that directly transform millions of lives globally.
If you are eager to take your career to the next level in a managerial capacity and leverage your technical background in Finance, then this is the perfect opportunity for you.
One (1) Finance Officer (NOB) position is now available at the WFP Global Payments Solutions Centre in Budapest. The selected candidate will be expected to start their role at the beginning of June 2024.
The deadline for applications is 5th of April 2024.
This recruitment will also be used to build a roster of prequalified applicants for future opportunities for similar roles at the same or lower level in Budapest.
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in the world’s largest humanitarian organization, operating in more than 120 countries and territories, bringing life-saving assistance in emergencies, building pathways to peace, stability and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change and supporting sustainable and resilient livelihoods for a world with zero hunger.
At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse,
committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.
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WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.
WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse and multicultural working environment.
WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of trainings, accreditation, coaching, mentorship and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.
A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.
We offer attractive compensation package (please refer to Terms and Conditions section).
In 2023, WFP established its Global Business Service Centre in Budapest which accommodates the Global Payment Solution (GPS) shared services facility of the Corporate Finance Division. The GPS consolidates WFP’s accounts payable function in Budapest to alleviate the workload of Country Offices in conducting routine tasks and allow them to focus on core mission activities, and delivers improved efficiency, enhanced data quality & controls, as well as better service delivery.
This new office embodies a strategic response to enhance operational efficiency and is at the forefront of enhancing how we handle financial tasks.
View the video for more about the Budapest Global Payments Solutions Centre: GPS Introductory video
Finance Officers supervise the Finance Operations teams in the areas of (1) General Accounting, (2) Accounts Payable, and (3) Quality Assurance.
Under the general supervision of the Senior Finance Officer, the Finance Officer role contributes to the successful implementation of the GPS project in line with the office management plan and the wider strategic plan drivers. This role involves coordinating with all involved stakeholders (internal or external to GPS), and keeping the GPS Management team aware of progress, risks, and needed intervention during the life cycle of the project.
Finance Officers contribute to the GPS strategic agenda and are accountable for developing standards and procedures to ensure the continuous business improvement to gain effectiveness and efficiency in financial processes.
Comprehensive induction and training are offered, ensuring that valuable work experience is gained to enhance your career development.
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These are the common standards of behaviour that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.
Leads by Example with Integrity Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative Teamwork Applies Strategic Thinking Builds and Maintains Sustainable Partnerships
Lives the WFP values and shows humanity and integrity by role modelling care for others
Delivers on commitments and adapts readily to change
Is inclusive and collaborative, and contributes to a culture of learning and personal growth
Demonstrates commitment to gather perspectives, analyse options and risks, and propose new ways of doing things
Builds and nurtures external partnerships and collaborates with partners to deliver common objectives
Different expectations of behaviour are defined depending on your grade and role/responsibilities within WFP.
The selected candidates will be employed on a fixed-term contract, initially for a duration of two years with a probationary period of one year.
WFP offers an attractive compensation and benefits package in line with ICSC standards (http://icsc.un.org ) including a competitive salary that is exempted from paying national income taxes in Hungary on United Nations emoluments. The salary scale is available at General Service Category – Annual Salaries and Allowances. To create a salary simulation, please check the salary calculator: SalCalcInt (undp.org). Various elements such as insurance premiums may differ based on the WFP regulatory framework and rules and applicable rates.
Our selection process follows a structured approach and includes the following steps:
Ready to make your mark at WFP? Submit your application now!
WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability. WFP has a zero-tolerance approach to conduct such as fraud, sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to WFP’s standards of conduct and will therefore undergo rigorous background verification internally or through third parties. Selected candidates will also be required to provide additional information as part of the verification exercise. Misrepresentation of information provided during the recruitment process may lead to disqualification or termination of employment.
WFP will not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process including at the offer stage. Any requests for payment should be refused and reported to local law enforcement authorities for appropriate action.
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