Treasury Section, Finance Division, Department of Program Planning and Finance, Administration, Finance and Management Sector
Grade - P4
Contract Duration - 2 years (maximum cumulative length of 5 years)
Duty Station: CH-Geneva
Application Deadline: 29-May-2026, 11:59:00 PM CET
This post is a limited-term fixed-term post.
Organizational Context
Organizational Setting: The post is in the Treasury Section of the Finance Division of the Department of Program Planning and Finance in the Administration, Finance and Management Sector.
The Finance Division is responsible for the management of WIPO's financial, accounting and reporting, treasury management and compliance with financial policies and procedures. Included within these responsibilities are the management of the Organization’s cash position, production of statutory financial reports and other financial information, and coordination with oversight and financial control activities.
Purpose Statement
The incumbent performs a variety of complex financial functions related to treasury activities including managing the Organization’s cash holdings, investments, currency requirements and banking relationships. Working closely with the Treasurer, he/she will also lead the adherence of front-office processes for the Treasury Section. The incumbent utilizes and participates in the development of WIPO financial systems and contributes to an efficient, transparent and controlled financial process. The incumbent interacts with a range of colleagues within the Division and within the wider Organization and with external parties, such as IP Offices, UN organizations and financial institutions.
Reporting Lines
The incumbent works under the supervision of the Treasurer, Treasury Section.
Work Relations
The incumbent interacts with external and internal counterparties. External counterparties comprise mainly financial market participants, financial institutions, UN agencies and international IP Offices. Internal counterparts comprise colleagues mainly within the Department of Program Planning and Finance, but also within other departments when providing support on Treasury processes.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Manage treasury front-office functions (foreign exchange and investment transaction execution) for Treasury Section. Calculate foreign currency exposures and transact foreign currency hedging instruments for currency risk management program including WIPO’s Fee Transfer Service. Place investment transactions for the investment portfolio in accordance with the Policy on Investment and agreed investment strategy, credit limits, including negotiating terms of such investments.
* Monitor and ensure ongoing application of established treasury controls. Engage with internal stakeholders to increase operating efficiency, implement process improvements, and enhance financial controls.
* Manage functionalities and technical requirements of the Treasury Risk Management System (TRMS), foreign exchange and investment trading platforms, e-banking systems, and the financial market data analytic platforms. Ensure effective integration of all treasury platforms with AIMS FSCM.
* Lead treasury projects and manage treasury initiatives across WIPO. Suggest system improvements, foster innovation, and work towards automation from treasury transaction execution to record and reporting.
* Develop banking relationships and manage global banking offerings to meet WIPO’s treasury requirements in investments, foreign exchange, and cash management. Stay informed on new products or changes to services or regulations that would impact existing operations or enhance future operations.
* Prepare and review compliance and bank documentation as needed and have overall responsibility for updating, organizing, and maintaining related schedules and documentation.
* Provide substantive input to treasury planning and monitor the implementation of its budget and workplan.
* Serve as a technical advisor and subject matter expert in money markets, currency markets and banking.
* Support the establishment of and oversee the application of treasury policies and procedures, technology and tools, and governance process.
* Perform other related duties as required.
Requirements
Advanced university degree in accounting, finance, economics or a related discipline. A first-level university degree in one of the afore-mentioned fields in combination with industry certification such as ACT (CertT), Certified Treasury Professional (CTP), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Financial Risk Manager (FRM) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent plus two years of relevant experience in addition to the experience requested below may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree. Industry certification such as ACT (CertT), Certified Treasury Professional (CTP), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Financial Risk Manager (FRM) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent an advantage. A track record of continuous professional development in finance, treasury, accounting or banking following relevant industry certifications.
Experience (Essential)
* At least seven years of relevant professional experience in finance, treasury, accounting, or banking.
* At least three years of relevant experience in treasury dealing, spot FX (foreign exchange transactions) and deposit placement.
* Experience with Electronic Banking Platforms and Treasury Risk Management Systems (such as COUPA, FXall).
* Experience in banking and cash management including international payment standards.
* Experience in ERP (Oracle) implementation and system finance integration.
* Experience in applying IPSAS or IFRS.
* Excellent written and spoken knowledge of English.
* Knowledge of other official UN languages, preferably French.
Job Related Competencies (Essential)
* Attention to detail, with high level of service-orientation.
* Solid understanding of financial markets and financial instruments and techniques.
* Understanding of default and settlement risks, valuations and mark-to-market calculations.
* Good training and presentation skills and ability to communicate technical subjects to a non-technical audience.
* Good organizational and time management skills.
* Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
* Proficiency in digital tools, AI-enabled applications, and online collaboration platforms. Commitment to continuous learning and the adoption of emerging technologies.
Job Related Competencies (Desirable)
* Good understanding of and experience with the UN financial business processes.
* Communicating effectively.
* Showing team spirit.
* Demonstrating integrity.
* Producing results.
* Showing service orientation.
* Seeing the big picture.
* Seeking change and innovation.
* Developing yourself and others.
Equal Opportunity – WIPO is an international, multilingual organization committed to equal opportunity and fair treatment for all, irrespective of gender, race, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation or nationality.
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