Human Resources Specialist

Organizational Setting

The Regional Office for the Near East and North Africa (RNE) is responsible for leading FAO’s response to regional priorities for food security, agriculture, and rural development through the identification, planning and implementation of FAO’s priority activities in the region. It ensures a multidisciplinary approach to programmes, identifies priority areas of action for the FAO in the Region and, in collaboration with departments and divisions at Headquarters, develops, promotes and oversees FAO's strategic response to regional priorities. RNE also advises on the incorporation of regional priorities into the Organization’s Programme of Work and Budget and implements approved programmes and projects in the region, monitors the level of programme implementation and draws attention to problems and deficiencies RNE develops and maintains relations with region-wide institutions including the Regional Economic Integration Organizations (REIOs).

Reporting Lines

The Human Resources Specialist is directly reporting to the Regional Human Resources Officer.

Technical Focus

The Consultant/PSA will provide support, in human resources matters to RNE regional, subregional and country offices.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Provide support with the hiring of staff and affiliate workforce. • Assist with the preparation of Terms of Reference for affiliate workforce. • Respond to queries concerning HR related matters and inform hiring managers about corporate policies and procedures related to HR matters and ensure compliance with them. • Provide oversight for the selection and recruitment process of all categories of staff and affiliate workforce, including guiding hiring managers on the preparation of vacancy announcements, screening of applications, coordinate interview arrangements, draft the selection reports, prepare the contracts for national affiliate workforce and, when applicable, their extension/termination. • Draft reports and statistics related to human resources matters, as appropriate. • Assist and advise on workforce planning of affiliate workforce taking into consideration budget allocation. • Liaise with the Human Resources Division and the Share Service Centre on specific matters that require their attention/consultation. • Liaise with other UN Agencies on matters related to local salary scales for affiliate workforce. • Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion. • Perform other duties as required.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• University degree in Human Resources, Management, Law, Organizational Development, Public or Business Administration or another relevant field. • At least 2 years of relevant experience in Human Resources and Administration. • Working knowledge (level C) of English and limited knowledge (level B) of one of the other FAO languages for Consultants. • Working knowledge (level C) of English is required for PSAs.

FAO Core 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 • Attention to detail and problem-solving skills • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Strong organizational and planning skills and commitment to discretion and confidentiality • Familiarity with UN personnel administrative procedures and systems • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Selection Criteria

• Working experience in the UN System will be considered an asset.