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Finance Analyst (Consultant) job at United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) | Apply Now
Nairobi, Kenya
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is the UN agency for human settlements. It promotes socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all. UN-Habitat works with partners to build inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable cities and communities.
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Full Time
Deadline:
3 Sept 2025
Job Title
Finance Analyst (Consultant) job at United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
Job Description
The Finance Analyst will contribute to the financial management, monitoring, and reporting of UNITAC and DAU projects under the supervision of the Unit Heads. Key responsibilities include preparing interim and final grant reports, reviewing budget forecasts, monitoring co-funding and expenditure levels, and ensuring compliance with donor and UN agreements. The consultant will also support programme and project development by contributing to strategic planning, preparing progress reports, synthesizing lessons learned, and organizing workshops or consultations. This role requires familiarity with UN systems, particularly UMOJA SAP, and the ability to balance financial management with programme development activities.
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See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
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How to Apply
Contribute to programme and project development through financial management, monitoring, and evaluation of internal and external processes.
Prepare interim and final financial reports for UNITAC and DAU grants.
Review budget forecasts regularly, track expenditure levels, and ensure compliance with agreements.
Monitor expenditure rates to align with co-funding and donor requirements.
Support strategic planning, prepare progress reports, and compile relevant information.
Identify and synthesize best practices and lessons learned for programme improvement.
Organize workshops, consultations, and prepare related background papers.
Support performance monitoring and ensure timely processing of payments.
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Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or a related field (required).
Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in budget management and administration.
Knowledge of the UN common system is required.
Proficiency in UMOJA SAP is required.
Additional technical training in office management or administration is an asset.
Strong analytical, financial management, and reporting skills.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in multicultural and multidisciplinary teams.
Fluency in English (oral and written) required; knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.
