Human Resources Officer (Social Security)

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Organizational Setting The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through its Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to More efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agri-food systems, for Better production, Better nutrition, a Better environment and a Better life, leaving no one behind. The Human Resources Division (CSH) provides HR strategies, policies, tools, guidance and oversight to FAO clients worldwide to ensure that the Organization attracts, develops and retains a diverse, skilled and highly motivated workforce, delivering on the mandate of the organization. Over the next years, CSH will focus on developing and implementing a people centered strategy, and positioning HR as a strategic partner contributing to the achievement of the mandate of FAO.

The Human Resources Division is composed of 2 main clusters: (i) the Integrated Talent Management, providing advice and managing position management, recruitment, mobility, staff development & training, performance management and social security, and (ii) the HR Strategy and Policy providing HR strategic guidance, policy and oversight.

The post is located under the (i) cluster in the Social Security Branch (CSHS).

CSHS coordinates and provides advice and information on pension, social security, insurance schemes and provisions and emergency responses and staff support during crisis related to HR for FAO. It administers the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund (UNJSPF) on behalf of FAO current and former staff members, investigates requests for recognition of accidents/illnesses as Service-Incurred, administers related compensation benefits and manages medical and other insurance plans offered to FAO/WFP staff, consultants and other non-staff and retirees. The incumbent oversees the day-to-day operations on Staff Compensation Plan for Service-Incurred Accidents, Illnesses and Death and identifies financial requirements for each area and implement the staff support plan under the Organizational Resilience Management System (ORMS), assists the team lead for Social Security Branch on OHS initiatives related to CSH, under the supervision of the Human Resources Division and in consultation with relevant offices in accordance with Financial rules and regulations. He/she ensures the application of the United Nations Pension regulations, human resources policies, as well as Staff rules and regulations.

Reporting Lines The Human Resources Officer reports to the Human Resources Officer supervising the Social Security Branch, CSHS.

Technical Focus Monitors, reviews and coordinates the provision of Social Security Benefits as applicable to staff, non-staff, and including Staff Compensation Plan for Service-Incurred Accidents, Illnesses and Death and other initiatives in relations to emergency responses or critical incidents.

Key Results Provision of human resource services to management and staff.

Key Functions • Plans and delivers services in designated human resource field(s); • Consults with 'designated business partners' on specific HR requests, issues and problems, and provides advice, policy interpretations and options on how to proceed; • Analyses requirements and researches and analyses information, data, statistics, and/or trends for the preparation of plans, strategies, reports, policies and/or other products; • Reviews on-going service delivery, related policies, procedures, systems to recommend changes, develops proposals and coordinates updates/revisions; • Collaborates in the development of information/training materials and products to increase understanding of HR services and policies, promotes capacity development and facilitates change across the Organization; • Researches and provides information to management and staff to resolve problems and/or reaches agreement on various issues; • Leads short-term work groups and participates in Organization-wide committees and working groups.

Specific Functions • Supports monitoring and coordination of the day-to-day activities of the Social Security Branch to improve productivity, efficiency and quality of service delivery and contributes to the implementation of new or modified policies, developments, projects and workflows; • Conducts ongoing research into emerging trends, issues and best practices related to benefits and entitlements matters within and outside of the UN common system; ▪ Reviews and updates FAO’s administrative framework related to social security; • Analyses and evaluates escalated complaints related to social security benefit claims with service providers in accordance with the internal administrative framework; • Acts as focal point for Staff Compensation Plan/ United Nations Staff Rules Appendix D to address any escalated issues raised by staff members and former staff members. Represents the office in joint bodies and working groups on conditions of service; • Provides secretarial and analytical support to Advisory Committee on Compensation Claims on issues relating to the staff compensation plan; • Reviews the calculations of annuities, impairments and reimbursements for Service-Incurred incidents in accordance with the Manual Section in coordination with payroll and payments services; • Oversees and clears relevant financial payment documents for social security related transactions, including monthly medical premiums and staff compensation annuity payments; • Coordinates review of appeals and legal issues related to the social security benefits with legal officers; • Supports communication and awareness of social security functions across the organization and in collaboration with other UN agencies; • Drafts and updates the Staff Support Plan and develop the implementation strategy; • Coordinates the Occupational Safety Health related cross- cutting matters within social security branch and with the external stakeholders and ensures a comprehensive approach within various offices; • Performs other duties as required.

______________________________________________________________________________________________________ CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements • Advanced University Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management, Law and Finance or other related fields •Five years of progressively responsible relevant experience in administration, legal or human resources management, including relevant experience in employee benefit, entitlements and social security matters • Working knowledge of English and limited knowledge of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish)

Competencies • Results Focus • Teamwork • Communication • Building Effective Relationships • Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills • Work experience in more than one location or area of work, and particularly in field positions is desirable. • Demonstrated experience in the design and administration of defined benefit pension plan and social security schemes which include medical insurance coverage, worker compensation and disability plan is considered an asset. • Demonstrated experience in the application of the Administrative Rules of UN system organizations and the UN Joint Staff Pension Fund is considered an asset. • Demonstrated experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) related to HR functions. • Demonstrated experience in staff compensation plan case review is considered an asset. • Demonstrated experience to support the HR and administration management on emergency responses and implement initiatives addressing global/ regional emergency situation is considered an asset. • Supervisory experience is considered an asset. • Demonstrated experience in drafting clearly and concisely reports and policy papers. • Working knowledge of French is considered a strong asset.

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