Head Travel Section

Within the General Secretariat, the Financial Resources Management Department (FRMD) advises the Secretary General on financial resources management, accounting issues and procurement. It manages ITU's financial resources ensuring consistency with ITU strategies, policies, regulations and rules as well as UN Common System policies. It also ensures sound and balanced financial management of the Union; provides support and strategic advice on financial, budgetary and procurement matters, with a goal to strengthen ITU's financial system.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Working knowledge of airline reservation systems (such as Amadeus or Galileo).
• Proficiency in the use of office automation tools (Word for Windows, Excel, SAP Travel Management database software etc.).
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relations at all levels with staff members from different countries and cultures.
• Service-oriented mindset, initiative, problem-solving skills, ability to improve working conditions, and excellent organizing abilities.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and under pressure.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Education:

Advanced university degree in business administration, management or a related field OR education from a reputed college of advanced education with a diploma of equivalent standard to that of an advanced university degree in one of the fields above.

Experience:

At least five years of experience in travel management and/or travel administration at the international level, including the establishment and management of travel service providers, the operational management of travel arrangements, as well as the use of online booking tools and internal travel management system.

A Doctorate in a related field can be considered as a substitute for two years of working experience.

Experience in a similar position within another United Nations organization or an international organization would be considered an asset.

You can see the full vacancy notice here: Head Travel Section