Director - Administration and Management Services, D1

The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA); Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 433,000 - 458,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

30 days annual leave

Rental subsidy

Dependency benefits

Job summary

The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) in Abu Dhabi invites applications for the post of Director-Administration and Management Services, D1. The role leads finance, budget, HR, procurement, ICT and related administrative functions to support IRENA's mission.

Entry on duty as soon as possible; two-year appointment with possible extension. Attractive benefits are included as part of the compensation package.

Qualifications

• Advanced university degree in business or public administration, finance, accounting, law or related area.
• Fifteen years of progressively responsible experience in administration, budget, finance, human resources, logistics or related field.
• Experience in international or intergovernmental organisations desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates delivery of support services by guiding, monitoring and overseeing performance in finance, budget, HR, procurement, travel, facilities and ICT support.
• Acts as principal adviser to the Director-General on policies and procedures for administrative and support matters.
• Oversees preparation and presentation of proposals, reports and related documentation to the Assembly/C Council.
• Represents the Director-General in negotiations with Member States and host country authorities.
• Develops policies, guidelines and internal controls for efficient admin services.
• Directs staff in the Administration and Management Services Division.

Skills

Financial management

Budgeting

Human resources

Procurement

Education

Advanced degree in business/public administration/finance/law

Job description

Job description

Vacancy Announcement

SecretariatoftheInternationalRenewableEnergyAgency(IRENA)

Division of Administration and Management Services

PublicationDate: 5 November 2026

Deadline for Application: 4 December 2026(at midnight Abu Dhabi local time)

Title and Grade: Director-AdministrationandManagementServices,D1 Indicative Net Annual Salary:

(a) Annual Net Salary: USD 117,953 to USD 124,798

(b)PostAdjustment:USD65,935 toUSD69,762an other benefits[1]

Duration of Appointment: Twoyears,withpossibleextension

Duty Station: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

DateforEntryon Duty: Assoonaspossible

The International Renewable Energy Agency is an inter-governmental organisation headquartered in Abu Dhabi, mandated to promote the widespread and increased adoption and sustainable use of all forms of renewable energy in the pursuit of sustainable development, energy access, energy security and low-carbon economic growth and prosperity. IRENA’s mission is to play a leading role in the ongoing transformation of the global energy systems as a centre of excellence for knowledge and innovation, a global voice of renewable energy, a network hub for all stakeholders and a source of adviceandsupportforcountries.Atpresent,IRENAhas173Members(172Statesand theEuropean Union) that acceded to its Statute.

The Division of Administration and Management Services provides the Secretariat with an efficient support in managing its human and financial resources and ensures effective andtimely delivery of information technology, procurement and logistical services.

Under the guidance of the Director-General, the Director of Administration and Management Services:

1. Coordinates the delivery of support services by guiding, monitoring and overseeing performance in the areas of finance, budget, human resources, procurement, travel, facilities maintenance, general administrative services and ICT support services;
2. Acts as principal adviser to the Director-General on all matters pertaining to support services and on established policies and procedures covering all aspects of financial, budgetary and human resources thus ensuring transparent and consistent implementation throughout the Secretariat;
3. Assists the Director-General by overseeing and coordinating the preparation and presentation, as appropriate, of proposals, reports and related documentation on financial, budgetary, human resources and administrative mattersto the Assembly, Council, relevant subsidiary bodies;
4. Represents the Director-General, within delegated authority, in negotiations and consultations on a full range of administrative and support matters with representatives of Member States and the Government of the host country;
5. Develops, reviews and recommends new policies, procedures and guidelines to ensure integration and efficient contribution of administrative efforts into the Agency’s core mandate;
6. Establishes guidelines, procedures, processes and tools that are consistent with IRENA’spolicy and practice in order to ensure sound budget, accounting, financial and human resources management and effective internal controls;
7. Deals with internal and external audits, plans and manages the implementation of relevant recommendations and reports on the status of the implementation;
8. Directsthe staffoftheAdministrationandManagementServicesDivisionbydevelopingwork plans, appraising performance, training and empowering them;
9. Ensures development, preparation, coordination and monitoring of overall work plans, strategies and programs for the Division and takes the lead in securing the required human and financial resources;
10. Provides guidance, supervision and mentoring to all administrative support and other staff in the areas of his/her responsibility;
11. Liaises with other international organizations and agencies to maintain cooperation and incorporate best practices in the development of IRENA’s administrative policies;
12. PerformsrelateddutiesasmayberequiredbytheDirector-General.

Competencies

Professionalism:Knowledge of administrative, budgetary, financial, logistical and human resources policies and procedures; ability to provide specialized advice on a broad range of administrative issues; shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.

Communication:Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Teamwork:Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuingothers’ideasandexpertise;iswillingtolearnfromothers;placesteamagendabefore personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Planning&Organising:Developscleargoalsthatareconsistentwithagreedstrategies;identifies

priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities where necessary; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintainsrelationshipswithabroadrangeofpeopletounderstandneedsandgainsupport;anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.

Empowering Others: Delegates responsibility, clarifies expectations, and gives staff autonomy in important areas of their work; encourages others to set challenging goals; holds others accountable for achieving results related to their area of responsibility; genuinely values all staff members’ input and expertise; shows appreciation and rewards achievement and effort; involves others when making decisions that affect them.

ManagerialCompetencies

Vision:Identifies strategic issues, opportunities and risks; clearly communicates links between the Organization’s strategy and the work unit’s goals; generates and communicates broad and compelling organizational direction, inspiring others to pursue that same direction; conveys enthusiasm about future possibilities.

Judgement/Decision-making: Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers relevant information before making a decision; considerspositive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization; proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; checks assumptions against facts; determines the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; makes tough decisions whennecessary.

Qualifications

Education: Advanced university degree in business or public administration, finance, accounting, law or related area. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience: A minimum of fifteen years of progressively responsible experience in administration, budget, finance, human resources, logistics, information communications technology, or related field, including significant senior management responsibilities. Experience in an international or intergovernmental organisation, including engagement with governing bodies and Member States, is desirable.

Language:ExcellentcommandofwrittenandspokenEnglishisrequired.Knowledgeof other languages is desirable.

Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

[1]For more information on the Net Salary please visit the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC) website http://icsc.un.org/.

2 Post adjustment multiplier for Abu Dhabi is currently 55.9% of the Annual Net Salary; determined by the ICSC and subject to change.

Other benefits include 30 days annual leave, dependency benefits, health insurance scheme and rental subsidy. Benefits for internationally recruited staff may include home leave, travel and relocation expenses on appointment and separation, education grant for dependent children, settling-in grant and other entitlements as applicable.