Programme Assurance Associate

March 18 2026

H (no hardship)

Family

GS6

General Service

Reason

Regular > Regular Assignment

Programme Assurance Associate

Organizational Setting and Work Relationships
The Programme Assurance Associate is based in DSPR/HQ and normally reports to a (Senior) Programme Assurance Officer/Associate or other senior staff member who provides general guidance and work plans. The incumbent works independently on regular assignments.
The incumbent will support the improved integration of risk management and mitigation into the programming and operational cycle including in the formulation/design of projects the selection of project managers/partners and the monitoring verification and auditing processes.
The Programme Assurance Associate will be expected to support the work of communities of practice in the areas of project control and assurance provides support to field operations in monitoring the accuracy of project and partner related information in MSRP and other systems and supports the annual process of auditing of partnership agreements.
The incumbent will be mindful of the dimensions of partnerships in accordance with the Principles of Partnership the Code of Conduct UN/UNHCRs financial rules policies and regulations and other relevant documents.

All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter UN Staff Regulations and Rules UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability addition staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core functional cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCRs core values of professionalism integrity and respect for diversity.

Duties
- Keep up-to-date with all UNHCR rules regulations and procedures on projects implemented by partners or direct implementation by UNHCR and support the effective application of them.
- Provide support for the risk management and quality assurance processes/exercises in programmes management through partnership or by direct implementation.
- Track and verify that expenditure for direct implementation by UNHCR or implementing partners is in line with the approved budget.
- Ensure accurate and timely recording of all project related data and reports in MSRP and other required formats.
- Monitor open items according to the yearly workplan. Review supporting documentation for the selected high value open items and contra items (opposite sign).
- Support the monitoring for compliance and quality assurance over processes and procedures related to projects (implemented by partners or direct implementation) project risks in collaboration with the relevant entities and report major risks to senior management.
- Provide input for the preparation of audit opinions for the review of the supervisor and subsequent use by senior management and external auditors.
- Work on actions for the clearance of outstanding audit recommendations and proposed solutions.
- Analyse project audit certificates (financial reports and management letters) and assist in the identification of financial and internal control risks errors fraud and challenges related to project audits.
- Follow up with the operations on outstanding recommendations and propose solutions and monitor implementation of corrective measures. Support timely project closure in coordination with key stakeholders follow up if needed with counterparts on outstanding audit recommendations and proposed solutions and actions undertaken.
- Monitor compliance with the year-end closing schedules.
- Provide support with the resolution of problems in the daily usage of MSRP and respond to Global Service Desk incidents or assign incidents to appropriate staff as necessary.
- Advise on improvements related to project management and internal controls.

- Support the identification and management of risks and seek to seize opportunities impacting objectives in the area of responsibility. Ensure decision making in risk based in the functional area of work. Raise risks issues and concerns to a supervisor or to relevant functional colleague(s).
- Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Years of Experience / Degree Level
For G6 - 3 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 2 years relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher

Field(s) of Education
Not applicable.

Certificates and/or Licenses
Accounting Finance Public Administration
Business Administration Auditing IPSAS-Accrual Account/Basics
Certified Public Accountant Chartered Accountant (CA)
(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Relevant Job Experience
Essential
Excellent communication skills. Work experience relevant to the job.

Desirable
Good knowledge of United Nations financial rules and procedures. Good understanding of accrual accounting (such as IPSAS or IFRS). Working experience with ERP financial modules (such as PeopleSoft Oracle or SAP).

Functional Skills
FI-Financial Accrual Accounting under internationally accepted standards (IFRSIPSASetc)
FI-Financial auditing
IT-Computer Literacy
IT-ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) Functional Knowledge
RM-Risk Management
(Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Language Requirements
For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.


All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse harassment including sexual harassment sexism gender inequality discrimination and abuse of power.

As individuals and as managers all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.

This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening shortlisting and selection of candidates.

The Programme Assurance Associate will work within the Partnership Financials Support team of the Assurance and Compliance Section (ACS) in Programme and Technical Support Service (PTSS) within the Division of Emergency and Programme Support (DEPS) providing technical support to enhance risk management processes focusing on partnership financial transactions processed globally through PROMS and reflected in the Cloud ERP. As the position is Budapest based and is a second line function the candidate is expected to have solid knowledge on financial recording of partnership agreements and programming activities to ensure UNHCR can correctly record partner and programme related expenditures.

The ideal candidate brings:
Strong knowledge of Cloud ERP particularly in Purchase Orders Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable and Receipts.
Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical ability to interpret raw data and structured system reports (ERP Power BI PROMS).
Hands-on experience with ServiceNow including managing and escalating incidents across different support levels.
Ability to explain complex financial and partnership-related transactions clearly to non finance colleagues.
Familiarity with funded partnership management project cycle processes and UNHCR financial policies.
A client service mindset with the ability to coordinate with colleagues in Operations Regional Bureaux and HQ to ensure timely issue resolution.



Additional information:
Candidates are expected to have the right to work in Hungary. UNHCR does not facilitate the obtaining of the visa for recruitment.

For G6 - 3 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 2 years relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher.
NOTE: A completed and relevant minimum first level university degree (equivalent to BA or higher) shall count in full (100%) towards the required years of work experience. Priority will be given to eligible applicants meeting the full requirements.

Remuneration:
In case of appointment a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.
G6 - Salary range: NET 854066 HUF - NETHUF.

Benefits:
Annual leave: UNHCR staff members holding a fixed-term appointment will accrue annual leave at the rate of 2.5 working days for each full calendar months of service (i.e. 30 working days per year).
Pension system: Staff members holding a fixed-term appointment will become participants in the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund (UNJSPF).
Health insurance plan: locally recruited staff members in Budapest will be enrolled in the Medical Insurance Plan (MIP). The coverage is also optionally available for eligible family members.

Shortlisted candidates may be required to sit for a test. No late applications will be accepted. UNHCR is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from qualified candidates regardless of disability gender identity marital or civil partnership status race colour or ethnic and national origins religion or belief or sexual orientation. UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application interview meeting processing training or any other fees).

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Operational context

Occupational Safety and Health Considerations:

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The Programme Assurance Associate is based in Budapest Hungary within the Assurance and Compliance Section (ACS) in the Programme and Technical Support Service of the Division of Emergency and Programme Support. Working under the guidance of a relevant higher-level position and serving as a secondline function the incumbent provides dedicated technical support on partnership financial transactions processed globally through PROMS and reflected in the Cloud ERP. She/he works closely with field operations particularly programme and project control functions as well as regional bureaux and HQ counterparts to ensure accurate financial recording of partnership agreements and programme activities contributing to strengthened programme assurance and improved quality of financial information across UNHCRs operations.

Living and Working Conditions:

The position is based in HQs in Budapest which is the capital of Hungary where adequate infrastructure health education banking and recreational facilities are easily accessible. Budapest is H category Duty Station. There are no specific security concerns notwithstanding incidental events. Personal security is generally not an issue. However staff members should be cautious and take responsibility for their own personal and residential security.

Additional Qualifications

Skills

FI-Financial Accrual Accounting under internationally accepted standards (IFRSIPSASetc) FI-Financial auditing IT-Computer Literacy IT-ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) Functional Knowledge RM-Risk Management

Education

Certifications

Accounting - Other Auditing - Other Business Administration - Other Certified Public Accountant - Other Chartered Accountant (CA) - Other Finance - Other IPSASAccrual Account/Basics - Other Public Administration - Other

Work Experience

Competencies

Accountability Analytical thinking Client & results orientation Commitment to continuous learning Communication Empowering & building trust Innovation & creativity Judgement & decision making Managing resource Organizational awareness Teamwork & collaboration Technological awareness

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Additional Information

This position doesnt require a functional clearance