HR Specialist - Talent Outreach & Recruitment (retainer)

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 Performance Group (PPG) is a strategic HR function for UNOPS, based in UNOPS headquarters in Copenhagen. We are focused on partnering with key stakeholders to shape the UNOPS HR strategy and building a workforce and culture that enables the organization to deliver on its strategy. PPG is also at the forefront of UNOPS HR transformation journey.

We are recruiting an enthusiastic talent attraction professional to contribute to position UNOPS as

an inclusive employer of choice globally and build internal capacity. The role will be required to support key recruitment talent outreach and employer branding related initiatives.

This is a fantastic opportunity to strengthen UNOPS global talent acquisition strategy within the United Nations family and have an active contribution to UNOPS Strategic Plan.

Functional Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Talent Outreach Advisor or his/her delegate, you will be working together with the talent outreach team and other relevant stakeholders to design and implement recruitment talent outreach and employer branding related initiatives as well as training materials.

You will mainly work on three (3) functional areas: employer branding, recruitment outreach, and capacity building as described below:

• Contribute to develop an employer branding strategy to position UNOPS as an inclusive employer of choice
• Develop and promote recruitment branding initiatives to build awareness among specific talent audiences
• Design and implement employee advocacy programme or similar
• Develop, implement and facilitate training initiatives for personnel, in particular for UNOPS leadership and management, on the use of social medial and relevant networks to attract diverse talent
• Contribute to develop communication materials and training to brand UNOPS as employer of choice at various networking and industry events
• Contribute to the development of trainings on employer branding for units / field offices and support their implementation
• Contribute to develop innovative recruitment campaigns including media, print, web/online content and event promotion.Produce various materials and as required in the campaigns and strategy
• Provide recommendations on best practices and trends related to attracting, retaining, and promoting a diverse workforce.
• Lead recruitment activities to ensure a diverse pool of candidates is attracted to UNOPS.

Competencies

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:

• An advanced degree in Communication, Human Resources, Journalism, Political Science, Psychology, Marketing, or other related field would be desirable.
• Alternatively, a combination of Bachelor’s degree with an additional 2 years of relevant work experience, may be accepted in lieu of advanced degree.

Experience: - A minimum of 5 years relevant experience in employer branding and/or talent attraction that drives diversity & inclusion is required - Experience in developing contents or assisting the delivery of learning initiatives is highly desirable - Experience in working on employee engagement/advocacy initiatives or similar is highly desirable - International experience and /or work experience in the development sector is highly desirable

Language Requirements: - Fluency in English - Fluency in French or Spanish is an advantage

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: ICA Contract level: IICA-2 Contract duration: Retainer, 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 Considerations

• Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• UNOPS seeks to reasonably accommodate candidates with special needs, upon request.
• Work life harmonization - UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands. We have a progressive policy on work-life harmonization and offer several flexible working options. This policy applies to UNOPS personnel on all contract types
• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (around 4 hours) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS.
• The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns. Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

Background Information - UNOPS

UNOPS is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve peace and sustainable development.

UNOPS areas of expertise cover infrastructure, procurement, project management, financial management and human resources.

Working with us UNOPS offers short- and long-term work opportunities in diverse and challenging environments across the globe. We are looking for creative, results-focused professionals with skills in a range of disciplines.

Diversity With over 5,000 UNOPS personnel and approximately 7,400 personnel recruited on behalf of our partners, spread across 80 countries, our workforce represents a range of nationalities and cultures. We promote a balanced and diverse labour force — a strength that helps us better understand and address our partners’ needs. We continually strive to improve our gender balance through initiatives and policies that encourage the recruitment of qualified female candidates.

Work life harmonization UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands.