Location: Geneva, Switzerland
Job Reference: 26305-FT_LT
Grade: P3
Contract Type: Limited-Term Fixed-Term Appointment
Contract Duration: 2 years, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and applicable conditions, with a maximum cumulative period of 5 years
Application Deadline: 19 November 2026 at 12:59 AM
Organizational Context
The position is based in the AIMS Human Capital Management Team (HCM), Core Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Section, Enterprise Solutions Division, Information and Communication Technology Department, Corporate Management and Transformation Sector.
The Enterprise Solutions Division supports users of the Administrative Integrated Management System (AIMS), WIPO’s portfolio of ERP applications. It ensures the continuous development and support of IT solutions for Human Capital Management, Finance and Supply Chain, Program Planning and Budgeting, Recruitment and Reporting.
As WIPO modernizes its ERP landscape through migration to Oracle Fusion and other cloud platforms, the Division plays a key role in managing ERP projects, providing technical support and monitoring technology trends.
The HCM Payroll Specialist will support WIPO’s payroll solution, related processes and enhancements as the Organization transitions to Oracle Fusion.
Duties and Responsibilities
The HCM Payroll Specialist will be responsible for:
- Working closely with business counterparts to jointly develop strategic plans for monthly payroll cycles.
- Providing advice on payroll processing and ensuring that systems and applications are well integrated.
- Identifying opportunities to simplify, streamline and enhance processes and systems as part of continuous improvement.
- Reviewing recurring operational issues and software updates related to payroll in collaboration with business process owners.
- Maintaining strong working relationships with HCM/ERP team members, IT focal points and subject matter experts to ensure solutions are maintained and enhanced according to established standards.
- Overseeing payroll solution configuration, maintenance, security and upgrades, ensuring seamless integration with related modules such as Absence Management, Core HR and Finance/GL.
- Preparing and updating functional documentation, test scripts and knowledge transfer materials to support ongoing operations and compliance.
- Designing and maintaining data flows between Payroll and other modules, including Absence Management, Core HR and Finance/GL, while identifying process improvement opportunities.
- Ensuring systems meet regulatory requirements, maintaining data security standards and supporting audit and compliance reporting.
- Performing other related duties as required.
Requirements
Education (Essential)
- First-level university degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related discipline.
Education (Desirable)
- Oracle Fusion Payroll certification.
- HCM SaaS Solution certification.
- Certification in project management methodologies.
- Advanced university degree in a relevant field.
- ITIL certification.
Experience (Essential)
- Minimum of six years of relevant professional experience in payroll-related functions, covering areas such as functional analysis and specification, software development, user acceptance testing, software maintenance, documentation standards, training deployment and quality management.
- Extensive hands-on experience with Oracle Fusion Payroll module implementation and administration.
- Proven experience implementing HR operational procedures and payroll processes within HCM solutions for large-scale international organizations.
Experience (Desirable)
- Extensive hands-on experience with Oracle Fusion suite modules, including Core HR, Absence Management and related applications.
Languages
- Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English.
- Knowledge of French is desirable.
Job-Related Competencies (Essential)
- Strong understanding of end-to-end HCM and payroll processes.
- Excellent knowledge of Oracle Fusion Payroll configuration, including Fast Formulas, HDL and OTBI.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to maintain effective partnerships in a multicultural environment.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to work within strict time constraints and meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to translate business ideas into functional requirements.
- High level of client orientation and ability to respond flexibly to changing client needs.
- Demonstrated ability to support and drive change initiatives, including the rollout of new payroll systems and process enhancements.
- Ability to communicate change, engage stakeholders and provide training and support to ensure successful adoption.
- Competent use of Oracle Fusion and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, with the ability to adapt quickly to new software and systems.
Job-Related Competencies (Desirable)
- Knowledge of HR and Payroll business processes applied by the United Nations.
Organizational Competencies
- Communicating effectively.
- Showing team spirit.
- Demonstrating integrity.
- Valuing diversity.
- Producing results.
- Showing service orientation.
- Seeing the big picture.
- Seeking change and innovation.
- Developing yourself and others.
Salary and Benefits
The estimated annual salary for this P3 position, based on the October 2026 post adjustment rate of 80.3%, is:
- Annual net salary: USD 64,121
- Post adjustment: USD 51,489
- Total annual salary: USD 115,610
Salaries and allowances are paid in Swiss francs at the official United Nations exchange rate. The post adjustment is variable and subject to change.
Additional Information
- The initial fixed-term appointment is for two years and may be renewed subject to satisfactory performance and other applicable conditions.
- The appointment is subject to an overall term of five years in this position, normally with no possibility of renewal beyond that period.
- The five-year limit does not apply to WIPO staff members on permanent, continuing or regular fixed-term appointments.
- This vacancy announcement may also be used to fill other posts at the same grade with similar functions.
- Applications from qualified women and nationals of unrepresented WIPO Member States and underrepresented geographical regions are encouraged.
- WIPO reserves the right to make an appointment at a grade lower than the advertised grade.
- Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide scanned copies of identification and relevant academic qualifications.
- Additional testing or interviews may be used during the selection process. Initial appointment is subject to satisfactory professional references, and additional background checks may be required.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications through the official WIPO recruitment portal.
Application Deadline: 19 November 2026 at 12:59 AM. The deadline is based on the local time zone of the applicant’s location.
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