Human Resources Officer

Contract

This is a UNV International Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as International UN Volunteer. It is normally internationally recruited only. More about UNV International Specialist contracts.

Description of task

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 caliber.
• 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.

4. Learning and Capacity Development

• In collaboration with business owners, support the design and delivery of learning and development plans for staff.
• Contribute to the mapping of competencies for all staff included in the assigned client portfolio, assisting in the development of a comprehensive framework in support of the development of the talent pipeline.
• Participate as a resource person in capacity building initiatives to enhance the competencies of clients/stakeholders.
• Implement onboarding atrategy and actions and provide orientation briefing to new staff.

5. HR Data Analytics

• Collect, interpret and analyze HR data to help inform decision making on HR processes and strategies.
• Support the development and implementation of data collection systems to optimize data quality.

• Coordinate with country offices and partners to provide assistance in their HR information management.

• Any other related tasks as may be required or assigned by the supervisor.

Educational additional comments

• A University Degree in human resource management, business management, international relations, psychology, or another related field is required.

Experience remark

• At least 2 years of professional work experience in human resource management in an international organization and/or large corporation is required.

Language skills

• English(Mandatory), Level - Fluent
• Portuguese(Mandatory), Level - Working Knowledge

Area of expertise details

O****ther desired/mandatory required technical knowledge

• Advanced knowledge of principles and concepts of human resources management
• Ability to identify issues, conduct rigorous research, and make conclusions and recommendations
• Strong research, planning and organizational skills
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Technology (Word, PowerPoint, Excel). Knowledge of PowerBI is an asset.
• Experience with HR Systems is an asset (SAP, ATS, LMS, etc.).

Interpersonal and Communication

• Ability to communicate effectively in a diverse organization tailoring language, tone, style and format to match audience

Ability to empathize with client managers, supervisors and staff while advocating for consistent and equitable applications of promogulated HR regulations and rules

Competencies values

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

Application procedure

• Not yet registered in the UNV Talent Pool? Please first register your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/signup. Important: After creating your account, complete all sections of your profile and submit it. Then go to ‘My Page’ https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink. Lastly, select the special call to which you would like to apply. * Already registered in the UNV Talent Pool? Please first update your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/profile. Then go to ‘My Page’ at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink to select the special call to which you would like to apply. Application deadline: 08 August 2021