Head of Resources Management Unit (P) - Call for Expression of Interest

UN Atlas; Çankaya; On-site; TRY 4,489,000 - 6,484,000; Full time

Job summary

IOM is seeking a Head of Resources Management Unit to align financial planning with programmatic priorities, ensuring sustainability and donor confidence. You will lead finance, HR, and operations, driving risk management and performance across the portfolio.

The role requires strategic oversight, development of governance frameworks, and collaboration with senior management to maximize programmatic impact in the country office.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Management or related field with seven years of relevant experience.
• University degree with nine years of relevant experience.
• Professional certification in a management-related field is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Safeguard organizational assets through strong internal controls.
• Oversee human resources, supply chain, ICT, and administrative services.
• Develop and implement integrated resource management strategies aligned with priorities.
• Engage with donors and partners on financial and operational matters.

Skills

Strategic advisory

Financial management

Leadership

Risk management

Reporting

Education

Master's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration/Management

University degree with 9 years experience

Professional certification (advantage)

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Organizational context: IOM, established in 1951, is a leading UN agency promoting humane and orderly migration. It works with governments and partners to save lives, protect migrants, and facilitate pathways for regular migration. The organization fosters an inclusive workplace to harness migration's full potential. This role is for internal and external candidates within the Pathways Pool.

Job purpose: The Head of Resources Management Unit serves as a core member of the senior management team and the principal advisor to the Chief of Mission on strategic resource management, financial sustainability, operational governance, and enterprise risk management. This position provides vision, leadership, and direction across finance, human resources, and all resources management areas. The goal is to ensure country office resources are planned, allocated, and utilized to maximize programmatic impact, ensure compliance, and strengthen donor confidence. The role drives a strategic, forward-looking approach to financial management, integrating risk management, performance monitoring, and resource optimization into decision-making and organizational planning.

Responsibilities: The Head of Resources Management Unit provides strategic leadership and advisory services to the Chief of Mission, developing and implementing integrated resource management strategies that align financial planning with programmatic priorities and long-term sustainability. Responsibilities include leading financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, ensuring robust financial planning frameworks, and safeguarding organizational assets through strong internal controls. The role oversees human resources in line with departmental guidance, positioning HR as a strategic partner. It drives resource optimization and performance management, linking financial data to programmatic outcomes and managing risks across the portfolio. Additionally, the position oversees supply chain, ICT, and administrative services, ensuring alignment with financial strategies and promoting integrated service delivery models. It also involves leading and developing the operations team, building national staff capacity, and engaging with donors and partners on financial and operational matters.

Education: A Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Management, or a related field with seven years of relevant experience, or a University degree with nine years of relevant experience. A professional certification in a management-related field is considered an advantage. Universities must be accredited.

Work experience: Required experience includes financial administration (management, accounting, budgeting), human resources, and supply chain. Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning systems, risk management, and internal control frameworks is necessary. Demonstrated managerial experience, including team leadership and development, is essential. Experience in emergency operations, monitoring and evaluation, or audit is advantageous.

Skills: Ability to work with government and international officials; independent judgment and sound decision-making; ability to work under pressure; strong reporting and strategic advisory skills; knowledge of IPSAS is advantageous; knowledge of ERP (Oracle) is highly desirable.

Required languages: English

Desired languages: Arabic, French, Russian, Spanish