Finance and Budget Assistant

About the role

The Finance and Budget Assistant will support the Budget Unit of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya, based in Tunis. Working under the Chief of the Budget Unit, the role focuses on preparing, monitoring and reporting on the mission’s financial resources.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in reviewing, analysing and preparing cost estimates and budget proposals for staff, non‑staff and programme requirements.
• Coordinate with Sections/Offices to justify resource needs and ensure alignment with budget submissions.
• Monitor extra‑budgetary resources, reviewing agreements and cost plans for compliance with regulations.
• Track budget implementation, reallocate funds as needed and verify data accuracy across allocations.
• Prepare budget performance submissions and support the finalisation of performance reports, analysing variances.
• Draft correspondence responding to budgetary and financial enquiries.
• Maintain the fixed‑asset register as required.

Required profile

• Sound knowledge of financial principles and budgeting practices.
• Ability to conduct independent research, analyse data and present clear recommendations.
• Strong commitment to professional standards, meeting deadlines and delivering accurate results.
• Team‑oriented mindset, valuing collaboration and shared responsibility.
• Accountability for delivering outputs within prescribed time, cost and quality standards.
• Commitment to gender equality and inclusive participation.

Required skills