Human Resources Officer

Support HR operations and promote child rights through effective human resources management.

This opening expired 7 months ago. Do not try to apply for this job.

UNICEF - United Nations Children's Fund

Open positions at UNICEF
Logo of UNICEF

Application deadline 7 months ago: Wednesday 8 Oct 2025 at 00:00 UTC

Open application form

Overview

Support HR operations and promote child rights through effective human resources management.

You have:

  • Experience in Human Resource Management in an international organization and/or large corporation is required.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in English required; knowledge of Portuguese is an asset.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
  • Commitment to child rights and gender equality.

Contract

This is a UNV National Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV National Specialist contracts.

UNICEF is a leading humanitarian and development agency working globally for the rights of every child. Child rights begin with safe shelter, nutrition, protection from disaster and conflict and traverse the life cycle: pre-natal care for healthy births, clean water and sanitation, health care and education. UNICEF has spent nearly 70 years working to improve the lives of children and their families. Working with and for children through adolescence and into adulthood requires a global presence whose goal is to produce results and monitor their effects. UNICEF also lobbies and partners with leaders, thinkers and policy makers to help all children realize their rights—especially the most disadvantaged.

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Human Resources Specialist, the UNV Human Resources Officer will perform the following tasks:

  1. Business Partnering: Through research of policies and analysis of data, provide support to the HR Business Partners in advising their clients on HR-related needs and developing subsequent plans of action. Provide accurate and timely advice to clients on HR processes and policies, ensuring the highest level of client-orientation. Proactively advise clients on the resolution of human resources issues ensuring equitable and transparent solutions that protects both the staff and organizations interests in accordance with policies, regulations and procedures. Promote the organizational goals and targets for gender equity and cultural diversity.

  2. Strategic Human Resources Liaise with the HQ Divisions, regional and country offices to support and contribute to corporate HR strategy formulation and global implementation. Provide feedback and make recommendations on the establishment and improvement of HR systems, policies and processes. Keep abreast, research, benchmark, and implement best and cutting-edge practices in HR management and contribute to the development of global policies, procedures and introduce innovation through sharing of best practices and knowledge learned

  3. Support to Implementation of assigned Human Resources Services Provide support to various HR services (recruitment, onboarding, career development, performance management, data analytics, learning & development etc.) to help the HR department in implementing efficient client services that help either attract, retain and/or motivate staff of the highest calibre. When assigned casework in the relevant area on either a routine or non-routine basis, analyze and synthesize issues and problems, and interpret established, formal guidelines to address and recommend solutions or further actions required.

, Adaptability and Flexibility, Building Trust, Client Orientation, Commitment and Motivation, Commitment to Continuous Learning, Ethics and Values, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Self-Management, Working in Teams

Experience in Human Resource Management in an international organization and/or large corporation is required.

As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. This position is based in Maputo

Conditions of Service for national UN Volunteers The contract lasts for the period indicated above with possibility of extensions subject to availability of funding, operational necessity and satisfactory performance. However, there is no expectation of renewal of the assignment.

The applicable Volunteer Living Allowance is provided monthly to cover housing, utilities and normal cost of living expenses. Life, health and permanent disability insurance are included (health insurance for up to 3 dependents - except for UN Community Volunteers). You can check full entitlements at https://app.unv.org/calculator .

Potential interview questions

Can you describe an instance where you had to handle a complex HR issue? This assesses your problem-solving skills and ability to apply HR policies effectively. Provide a specific example where you identified and resolved the issue, focusing on your analytical skills.
How do you ensure transparency and equity in your HR processes? The interviewer wants to understand your approach to fairness in HR practices. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies would you use to promote gender equity within the organization? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle feedback from clients regarding HR policies? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of how you've contributed to a positive workplace culture? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a time when you had to adapt to a significant change at work. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What role does continuous learning play in your professional development? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you build trust within a team? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 8 months ago - Updated 7 months ago - Source: unv.org