World Tourism Organization jobs

Director, Administration and Finance

World Tourism Organization · 🇪🇸 Madrid, Spain

The Director, Administration and Finance serves as a senior executive leader within the World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism), reporting directly to the Secretary-General. This role is responsible for the strategic direction, corporate governance, and modernization of the Organization’s administrative and financial framework. The incumbent exercises delegated authority over the stewardship of financial, human, and physical resources, ensuring compliance with UN Financial and Staff Regulations. Key responsibilities include leading the Budget and Finance, Human Resources, ICT, Procurement, General Services, and Travel departments. The Director advises senior management on financial governance, institutional risk, and organizational effectiveness, while overseeing the preparation and execution of the programme budget and financial plans. The role requires establishing robust internal control systems, enterprise risk management frameworks, and engaging with audit bodies. Additionally, the incumbent drives institutional reform, digital transformation, and administrative modernization, while fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and diversity. The position demands high-level strategic vision, executive leadership, and the ability to represent the Organization in inter-agency forums.

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World Tourism Organization · 🇪🇸 Spain

(Roster) Information Technology

World Tourism Organization · 🇪🇸 Madrid, Spain

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is establishing a roster of service contract holders for its Information and Communication Technologies Department in Madrid, Spain. This roster includes associated titles such as Senior IT Specialist, IT Operations Specialist, IT Systems Specialist, Webmaster, and IT Associate. The role involves providing technological services, technical support, and IT infrastructure management, including system integrity, network operations, software development, and web platform maintenance. Candidates will be assigned to specific assignments based on their academic and professional experience, categorized into Type 3A/3B/3C, 4A/4B, or 5A/5B. The position requires fluency in English and good working knowledge of another official UN language. The contract duration is up to 24 months, with remuneration ranging from EUR 1,400 to EUR 3,000 monthly. The roster is valid for two years, and inclusion does not guarantee a contract. UNWTO seeks candidates with strong communication, planning, and organizational skills, preferably with prior experience in international organizations.

(Roster) Human Resources

World Tourism Organization · 🇪🇸 Madrid, Spain

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is establishing a roster of service contract holders for Human Resources positions, including Senior Human Resources Specialist, Human Resources Specialist, and Human Resources Associate. Based in Madrid, Spain, these roles support the HR Department's functions in recruitment, administration, training, and policy implementation. Responsibilities vary by seniority: Senior Specialists manage service delivery platforms and provide refined HR advice; Specialists handle dedicated services in recruitment, entitlement administration, or learning and development, including ERP data management; Associates focus on integrated process delivery, entitlement management, and contracting. Candidates are placed into specific assignment types (3A/3B/3C, 4A/4B, or 5A/5B) based on their academic and professional experience. The roster is valid for two years, with assignments lasting up to 24 months. The role requires fluency in English, computer literacy in Microsoft Office, and strong communication and organizational skills. Previous UN or international organization experience is desirable. Remuneration ranges from EUR 1,400 to EUR 3,000 monthly, depending on the assignment type and experience.

(Roster) Team Assistants/Secretaries

World Tourism Organization · 🇸🇦 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is establishing a roster of service contract holders for Team Assistants/Secretaries to support various departments in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This roster includes associated titles such as Assistant to the Director, Secretary, and Clerk/Typist. The role involves performing standard secretarial and administrative processes, ensuring high-quality work with a client-oriented approach. Responsibilities vary by assignment level: Assistant to the Director provides confidential secretarial and executive-level support; Secretary offers communication and business activity support to large or small units; Clerk/Typist manages information in hard copy and electronic formats. Candidates are placed into specific assignment types (2A/2B through 5A/5B) based on their academic and professional experience. The position requires fluency in English, with Arabic being a strong asset, and computer literacy in Microsoft Office. The roster is valid for two years, with individual contracts lasting up to 24 months, extendable to four years. Remuneration ranges from SAR 9,500 to SAR 30,000 monthly, depending on the assignment type and experience. The role demands excellent communication, planning, and organizational skills, along with the ability to work in an international environment.

(Roster) Senior Statistics Specialist / Statistics Specialist / Statistics Associate

World Tourism Organization · 🇪🇸 Madrid, Spain

UN Tourism is establishing a roster of service contract holders for the Statistics, Standards and Data Department in Madrid, Spain. The roster includes three levels: Senior Statistics Specialist, Statistics Specialist, and Statistics Associate. The role involves collecting, analyzing, and publishing tourism statistics, developing international statistical standards, and providing capacity building to Member States. Key responsibilities include managing methodological work, designing statistical data compilation cycles, modernizing data systems, and producing analytical reports. Candidates will work with complex datasets, utilize programming languages like R, Python, or Visual Basic, and engage in stakeholder coordination. The position requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in statistical software, and the ability to work independently in a multicultural environment. Assignments are up to 24 months, with remuneration ranging from EUR 1,400 to EUR 3,000 monthly. This is a roster position, meaning candidates are screened and ranked but not guaranteed immediate placement; they are contacted when specific service requests arise.

(Roster) Information Technology

World Tourism Organization · 🇸🇦 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is establishing a roster of service contract holders for Information Technology positions, including Senior IT Specialist, IT Operations Specialist, IT Systems Specialist, Webmaster, and IT Associate. Based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, these roles fall under the Information and Communication Technologies Department, which provides technological services and technical support for email, intranet, micro-computing, applications, and networks. Responsibilities vary by assignment type: Senior Specialists organize integrated services and performance standards; Operations Specialists ensure system integrity and security; Systems Specialists advise on configuration, analyze design requirements, and write code; Webmasters oversee web platform development; and IT Associates handle operational services and user support. Candidates are evaluated based on academic and professional experience to determine their placement in Type 3A/3B/3C, 4A/4B, or 5A/5B categories. The roster is valid for two years, with potential assignments lasting up to 24 months. Successful candidates receive remuneration between SAR 9,500 and SAR 30,000, along with health insurance and pension contributions. Fluency in English is essential, with Arabic and other official languages as assets. The role requires computer literacy in Microsoft Office and Windows 10, plus strong communication, planning, and organizational skills.

(Roster) Human Resources

World Tourism Organization · 🇸🇦 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is establishing a roster of service contract holders for Human Resources positions, including Senior Human Resources Specialist, Human Resources Specialist, and Human Resources Associate. Based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, these roles support the HR Department's functions in recruitment, administration, training, and entitlement management. Responsibilities vary by seniority: Senior Specialists manage policy components and service delivery platforms; Specialists provide dedicated HR services in recruitment and learning development while managing ERP data; Associates handle integrated process delivery and entitlement processing. Candidates are evaluated based on academic and professional experience to determine their assignment type (3A/3B/3C, 4A/4B, or 5A/5B). The roster is valid for two years, with individual assignments lasting up to 24 months. This is a service contract role with remuneration ranging from SAR 9,500 to SAR 30,000 monthly, including health insurance and pension contributions. The position requires fluency in English, with Arabic and other official UN languages as assets. Strong computer literacy in Microsoft Office and Windows 10 is required, along with excellent communication, planning, and interpersonal skills. Previous UN or international organization experience is highly desirable.

(Roster) General Administration

World Tourism Organization · 🇪🇸 Madrid, Spain

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is establishing a roster of service contract holders for General Administration roles, including Senior Administrative Services Specialist, Administrative Services Associate, and Administrative Associate. Based in Madrid, Spain, these positions involve providing specialized and standard administrative support across various departments. Responsibilities include managing premises and procurement, analyzing administrative service needs, supervising general administrative services, and ensuring high-quality, client-oriented delivery. Candidates will undergo a vetting process and be assigned to specific assignment types (2A/2B through 5A/5B) based on their academic and professional qualifications. The role requires fluency in English, with additional official languages being advantageous. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Windows 10 is essential, alongside strong communication, planning, and organizational skills. Previous experience in the UN or international organizations is highly valued. Selected candidates will be placed on a two-year roster, from which they may be contacted for specific assignments with contracts up to 24 months. Remuneration ranges from EUR 1,400 to EUR 3,000 monthly, depending on the assignment type and experience. This is a service contract position, not a staff appointment, with no guarantee of future contracts or career appointments.

(Roster) Budget and Finance

World Tourism Organization · 🇪🇸 Madrid, Spain

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is establishing a roster of service contract holders for its Budget and Finance Department in Madrid, Spain. This roster includes associated titles: Senior Accounting/Finance Specialist, Accounting/Finance Specialist, Accounts/Finance Associate, and Bookkeeper. The role involves supporting the department's mandate to prepare and monitor the UNWTO budget, produce IPSAS-compliant financial statements, draft financial rules and reports, manage accounting, treasury operations, payroll, and liaise with external auditors. Depending on the assigned level, responsibilities range from examining basic accounting transactions and validating system integrity to providing strategic advice on accounting systems and policies to business units. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical accounting skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and excellent communication abilities. Previous experience in the UN or international organizations is highly valued. Candidates will be placed in one of several assignment types (2A/2B to 5A/5B) based on their academic and professional qualifications, with remuneration ranging from EUR 1,200 to EUR 3,000 monthly. The roster membership is valid for two years, during which individuals may be contacted for specific assignments upon request.

(Roster) Team Assistants/Secretaries

World Tourism Organization · 🇪🇸 Madrid, Spain

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is establishing a roster of service contract holders for Team Assistants and Secretaries to support various departments in Madrid. Candidates will be assigned to roles such as Assistant to the Director, Secretary, or Clerk/Typist, performing standard secretarial and administrative processes. Responsibilities include providing confidential secretarial assistance at executive levels, facilitating communication and business activities, managing information in hard and electronic formats, and ensuring high-quality, accurate work with a client-oriented approach. The role requires flexibility, tact, discretion, and the ability to work harmoniously in an international environment. Successful candidates are placed into one of five assignment types (2A/2B through 5A/5B) based on their academic and professional experience, which determines their remuneration range of EUR 1,200 to EUR 3,000 per month. The roster membership is valid for two years, during which individuals may be contacted for specific assignments with contracts up to 24 months (extendable to 4 years). This is a service contract position, not a staff appointment, and does not guarantee a specific contract or career appointment within UNWTO.

(Roster) Project/Programme Management

World Tourism Organization · 🇸🇦 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is establishing a roster of service contract holders for Project/Programme Management roles, including Senior Project Specialist, Project Specialist, and Project Associate, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. These positions involve supporting the effective delivery of project implementation services, ensuring operational management, and transparent resource utilization. Responsibilities vary by level: Senior Specialists innovate development programmes and design project portfolios; Specialists assess proposals and coordinate resources; Associates oversee support activities like procurement and budget monitoring. Candidates must possess relevant academic degrees and progressively responsible professional experience in fields related to UNWTO's activities. Fluency in English is essential, with Arabic and other official languages as assets. The roster is valid for two years, with assignments lasting up to 24 months, extendable to four. Remuneration ranges from SAR 9,500 to SAR 30,000 monthly, plus health insurance and pension contributions. Applications are submitted via an online system, with selection involving screening, competitive exams, and interviews.

(Roster) Budget and Finance

World Tourism Organization · 🇸🇦 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is establishing a roster of service contract holders for its Budget and Finance Department in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The roster includes associated titles: Senior Accounting/Finance Specialist, Accounting/Finance Specialist, Accounts/Finance Associate, and Bookkeeper. Incumbents will support financial operations including budget preparation and monitoring, IPSAS-compliant financial statements, treasury operations, payroll, and liaison with external auditors. Responsibilities vary by level, ranging from advising on accounting policies and analyzing complex transactions to overseeing accounting information systems and examining basic transactions. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office, excellent communication, and the ability to work in an international environment. Previous UN or international organization experience is highly valued. The roster is valid for two years, with assignments subject to availability and individual confirmation of terms.

(Roster) Tourism Statistics Expert/Tourism Satellite Account Compiler (Francophone)

World Tourism Organization · Home-based and possible missions

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is establishing a roster of experts to support Member States in strengthening tourism statistics systems and developing Tourism Satellite Accounts (TSA) in French-speaking countries. The role involves implementing projects aligned with UN statistical standards, including IRTS 2008 and TSA: RMF 2008. Key responsibilities include conducting desk research, assessing data sources, raising awareness on statistical frameworks, reviewing existing statistical systems, and providing recommendations for improvement. The expert will strengthen institutional capacity through training programs for government stakeholders, conduct national and regional workshops, and engage with public and private sector partners to ensure data quality. The position requires compiling experimental Tourism Satellite Accounts, preparing reports and presentations, and guiding stakeholders on tourism development. The role is home-based with possible missions, offering a contract as an Expert with remuneration between EUR 5,000 and EUR 10,000 monthly. Candidates must possess advanced academic qualifications and significant professional experience in tourism statistics and national accounts within French-speaking contexts. Fluency in French is essential, with working knowledge of another UN language preferred. The roster selection process involves screening against minimum requirements, followed by competitive exams or interviews, with successful candidates included for a two-year period.

(Roster) Project/Programme Management

World Tourism Organization · 🇪🇸 Madrid, Spain

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is establishing a roster of service contract holders for Project/Programme Management roles, including Senior Project Specialist, Project Specialist, and Project Associate. Based in Madrid, Spain, these positions involve supporting the effective delivery of project implementation services and ensuring operational management of projects. Responsibilities vary by level: Senior Specialists innovate development programmes and design project portfolios; Specialists assess proposals and coordinate resources; Associates oversee support activities like procurement, recruitment, and budget monitoring. Candidates must possess relevant academic degrees and progressively responsible professional experience in fields related to UNWTO's activities. Fluency in English is essential, with other official languages being advantageous. The roster is valid for two years, with assignments lasting up to 24 months, extendable to four. Remuneration ranges from EUR 1,400 to EUR 3,000 monthly, depending on the assignment type and experience. This is a service contract position, not a staff appointment, with no guarantee of future contracts.

(Roster) Open Applications

World Tourism Organization · To be determined

(Roster) General Administration

World Tourism Organization · 🇸🇦 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is establishing a roster of service contract holders for General Administration roles in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The roster includes associated titles: Senior Administrative Services Specialist, Administrative Services Associate, and Administrative Associate. Successful candidates will be assigned to specific departments to perform standard and specialized administrative processes, ensuring high-quality, client-oriented support. Responsibilities vary by level but generally include overseeing premises management, procurement, supply chain logistics, travel coordination, and administrative data analysis. The role requires excellent communication, planning, and organizational skills, with the ability to work in an international environment. Candidates are evaluated based on academic and professional experience levels (Types 2A/2B through 5A/5B), ranging from secondary education with two years of experience to a Master's degree with five years of experience. Fluency in English is essential, while Arabic is a strong asset. The position offers a service contract for up to 24 months, with remuneration between SAR 9,500 and SAR 30,000 monthly, plus health insurance and pension contributions. This is a roster position, meaning inclusion does not guarantee immediate assignment but allows for future opportunities based on organizational needs.