Human Resources Officer

Overview

Support HR planning and management in WHO's Country Office.

You have:

• A first university degree in human resources management or related field from recognized institute.
• At least five years of progressively responsible professional experience in human resources management.
• Demonstrated experience applying HR policies within the United Nations Common System or international organizations.
• Excellent knowledge of English; Knowledge of French or Arabic is an asset.

Contract

This is a P-3 contract. This kind of contract is known as Professional and Director staff. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 5 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 93,386 USD and 122,281 USD.

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Requisition will be used to fill multiple positions in Somalia, Sudan, Afghanistan

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

To optimize the implementation of WHO’s global health mandate through establishment of monitoring of effective and responsive management, administration and supportive policies, systems and services. The objective is to promote a collaborative working environment, ensures prompt financial, programme implementation and monitoring and efficient distribution of resources in support of WHO’s leadership role in international health.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

1. Support the WHO Country Office in respect to human resources and work force planning for the Office and organizes, manages and supervises the HR unit ensuring that the HR team functions transparently, efficiently and effectively.

2. Provide advice on interpretation and application of HR policies, regulations and rules; advise on benefits and entitlements for staff on the basis of contractual status; advice and counsel staff in regard to responsibilities, code of conduct as well as rights.

3. Oversee and conduct recruitment and outreach for affiliates and staff according to delegated authority.

4. Serve as focal point for the implementation and monitoring of the WHO’s ERP system with respect to its HR- components.

5. Provide guidance and ensure compliance across the office in the implementation of the performance appraisal system.

6. Conduct training and orientation programmes on HR operations issues at country level.

7. Counsel staff members about talent development opportunities.

8. Provide HR inputs in the programme and budget development process of the Office.

9. Act as a focal point for the continuous dialogue between the management and staff representatives.

10. Attend meetings and participate in salary surveys, DSA/cost of living surveys and provide feedback to counterparts at the regional office and headquarters.

11. Organize and lead capacity building initiatives related to implementation of related international standards and norms in the assigned area(s).

12. Perform all other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: A first university degree in human resources management, business or public administration, law, social science, or related field from an accredited/recognized institute.

Desirable: Advanced university degree in human resources, business, public administration or related field.

Experience

Essential:

• At least five years of progressively responsible professional experience in human resources management and administration.
• Demonstrated professional experience in the operational application of human resources management policies, rules, and procedures is essential, including experience in talent acquisition, recruitment and selection processes, and the administration of staff benefits and entitlements. Proven experience applying HR policies within the United Nations Common System or in international organizations operating under comparable regulatory frameworks as well as supervisory experience is essential.

Desirable: Demonstrated professional experience working in a country office or field-based operational environment is desirable. Experience in humanitarian emergency contexts, health outbreak response operations, and/or resource-constrained settings would be considered an asset.

Skills

• Knowledge of human resources management policies, practices and procedures and ability to apply them in the country office setting.
• Ability to identify issues, formulate opinions, make conclusions and recommendations.
• Experience in related HR subject matters.
• Good drafting and communication skills.
• Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.
• Team spirit and time management skills.

WHO Competencies

• Teamwork
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
• Communication
• Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
• Ensuring the effective use of resources

Use of Language Skills

Excellent knowledge of English. Knowledge of French or Arabic is an asset.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Staff members who have been separated as a result of the 2025 Prioritization and Realignment Process will be given special consideration.
• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level
• Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
• A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.
• In the event your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.
• According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible
• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and eManual.
• The Director-General retains the discretion to not make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description, including shortening the duration of the appointment.
• WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics.
• WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (modifications or adjustments to the application or recruitment process) to support their participation in the application and recruitment process. Please send an email to [email protected] with your full name, the vacancy number you are applying for, and specific details of the accommodation needed in your request.
• An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter (https://www.who.int/about/who-we-are/our-values) into practice.
• WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.
• WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
• WHO also offers a wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.
• The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.
• For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int
• Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.

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