HR Specialist Learning (INTERNAL CANDIDATES)

Contract

This is a IICA-2 contract. This kind of contract is known as International Individual Contractor Agreements. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's an external contract. It usually requires 5 years of experience, depending on education. More about IICA-2 contracts.

Background Information - Job-specific

The People and Culture Group (PCG) helps UNOPS empower people, driving organisational excellence across the organisation in order to help UNOPS deliver on its strategic intent.We are seeking motivated learning and development professionals ,with experience implementing global, regional and/or country-level learning programmes.

PCG Learning team oversees the UNOPS global portfolio of learning programmes in close cooperation with the different technical/functional areas and the regions. The Learning Specialist positions will focus on the programmes and initiatives covering specific learning needs identified in specific regions and/or functional areas.

UNOPS is planning to establish a team of three Learning Specialists. It would be expected to be assigned to different projects during the year for different departments and/or regions of the world following the annual plan of learning initiatives.

The Learning Specialists will work in close collaboration with different HQ Units and/or Regions identifying learning needs, leading, designing and delivering specific learning interventions. The role requires engaging with various internal and external stakeholders globally.

The role is expected to work independently to provide specialist expertise and advice on a wide range of learning matters and to partner with organizational units to achieve desired learning outcomes.

We are looking for motivated Learning and Development Professionals who have previous experience designing and implementing Corporate Learning Programmes.

Under the supervision of the Head of Learning and Development and in collaboration with the Regional Learning Focal Point when applicable, the incumbent will be working together with PCG and other relevant stakeholders to coordinate and/or support the assigned initiatives.

In general terms you will:

• Design and Develop strategies for conducting learning needs’ analysis and target audiences
• Coordinate and connect regions with internal and external Subject Matter Experts and policy owners ensuring alignment and coordinated efforts
• Provide advice and guidance on regional learning plans
• Lead for regional or organisational learning projects including ensuring timely delivery and budget management
• Coordinate of procurement processes, market research and vendor management
• Leverage opportunities for joint efforts across regions and within all levels of the organization
• Provide guidance and technical advice on instructional design, pedagogy, etc. to specific initiatives

* INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY * ******The organizational unit is in Copenhagen but we will consider accepting applicants willing to be based at locations where UNOPS has a country or regional presence, and where basing the role there could be beneficial for the organization.******

Functional Responsibilities

1. Learning Partnering for Regions / HQ units
2. Project planning and coordination support
3. Procurement and vendor management
4. Knowledge Management

Learning Partnering for Regions / HQ units - Provide expert advice on conducting learning needs analysis and strategies on how to elaborate the annual learning plan for a specific region or HQ unit. - Provide expert guidance to the regional offices to select the right target audiences for the different learning opportunities. - Act as project lead for regional or organizational learning projects including ensuring timely delivery and budget management - Coordinate and connect regions with internal and external Subject Matter Experts and policy owners ensuring alignment and coordinated efforts - Provide guidance to the regions to implement global learning initiatives. - Collect, review (propose and implement changes, ensure continuous learning) and monitor regional learning plans

Project planning and coordination support - Responsible for planning and delivery of specific learning programmes in coordination with the Subject Matter experts and/or external providers. - Provide guidance and technical advice on instructional design, pedagogy, etc. to specific initiatives - Support the implementation of learning courses and programmes following UNOPS standards in coordination with PCG support team - Synthesize evaluation data, draw conclusions and directly communicate the impact of the specific learning activity to the Head of Learning and relevant stakeholders - Keep informed all the stakeholders involved on progress and results

Procurement and vendor management - Keep updated on state of the art external learner providers in different areas - Identify specific areas where long term agreements should be put in place. - Define requirements and/or specifications for learning services to be required externally. - Manage procurement process for learning related activities and ensure timely and efficient use of learning resources. Advie regions on the selection of external providers for specific initiatives. - Evaluate and report vendor’s performance

Knowledge Management - Leverage opportunities for joint efforts across regions - Identify best practices/lessons learnt and share across regions - Conduct knowledge sharing sessions and exchanges

Support UNOPS Corporate Learning and Development - Support the Learning Team in continuously improve UNOPS learning processes and standards - Collect and disseminate input from the regions - Provide technical input to diverse learning programmes - Continous feedback

Competencies

Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization. Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education Advanced University degree (Masters or equivalent) in relevant discipline. Preferably Human Resources management, Business Administration, social or behavioral sciences.

Or a First University degree in related fields combined with 7 years of relevant experience.

Experience - A minimum of 5 years of professional-level experience, including Project Management and Learning & Development in an international and multi cultural environment is required. - Previous UNOPS experience in a project, country office or regional office is required. - Experience working with external training providers is highly desired.

Language Requirement Fluency and proficiency in English is required.

Fluency in Spanish or French is a strong asset.

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: IICA Contract level: ICS10 Contract duration: Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link: https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx

Additional Information

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

Terms and Conditions

• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.