National UNV HR Officer

Contract

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

One of the key priorities for the Regional HR team in 2024 is enhancing diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in the workforce across the region, contributing to the implementation of regional HR plan and global OneHR Strategy. It will ultimately contribute to improving gender equality. In order to move forward this priority, we are looking for a national Youth Volunteer HR Officer at an entry level to assist the team in outreach for diverse talent acquisition, HR data analytics to support evidence-based decisions and initiatives on diversity and inclusion, capacity building for staff on inclusion, and other relevant HR tasks.

Under the supervision and guidance of the HR Specialist, the national Youth Volunteer HR Officer and will provide support to the implementation of HR initiatives and services aiming at enhancing the diversity and inclusion in EAP region and strengthening HR business partnering with clients through applying knowledge of theoretical HR models, HR practices, as well as understanding of organizational HR policies and procedures.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities: Diversity and Inclusion: • Provide support to the regional working group on enhancing diversity and inclusion in developing and implementing initiatives • Assist in outreach activities to diverse groups of potential candidates for more effective talent acquisition • Support the tracking and monitoring of (i) CO progress in improving workforce diversity and implementing DEI initiatives, and (ii) progress in achieving HR-related results in the regional plan for Disability Inclusion Policy and Strategy (DIPAS) implementation • Support communication and knowledge management on DEI issues HR Data Analytics: • Collect, analyze, and visualize HR data, particularly relating to DEI, to help inform decision making on HR issues. • Support the development and implementation of data collection systems to optimize data quality. • Coordinate with country offices and partners to support their HR information management • Research and compile data that conveys organizational progress towards gender equity and cultural diversity.

Capacity Development: • In collaboration with business owners, support the design and delivery of learning activities relating to DEI for staff • Support the promotion of the training on people with disabilities among staff • Participate as a resource person in capacity building initiatives to enhance the competencies of clients/stakeholders • Assist other team members in learning and development area Business Partnering: • Through research of policies and analysis of data, provide support to the HR Specialist in advising clients on HR-related needs and developing subsequent plans of action • Under the supervisor’s guidance, provide accurate and timely advice to clients on HR processes and policies, ensuring the highest level of client-orientation • Undertake assigned HR tasks to help the Regional HR team in implementing efficient client services that aim to attract, retain and/or motivate staff of the highest caliber • Analyze and synthesize issues and problems, and interpret established, formal guidelines to address and recommend solutions or further actions required to supervisor

Core Values:

• Care • Respect • Integrity • Trust • Accountability • Sustainability

Core Competencies:

• Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness • Works Collaboratively with others • Builds and Maintains Partnerships • Innovates and Embraces Change • Thinks and Acts Strategically • Drive to achieve impactful results
• Manages ambiguity and complexity

HR Management, Business Administration, International Development, Statistics, Communication or other relevant field • At least 2 years of experience working in a multi-lateral/multi-national entity is required. Working experience in HR management, communication and/or data analytics is an advantage.
• Experience working in the UN or other international development organization is an advantage
• Experience in Talent Outreach and Acquisition or similar programs; experience with working in the UN or other international development organization; • Excellent oral, written skills and presentation skills; • Excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills; • Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with people from different background at different levels • Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; • Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PPT among others), • Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines; • Have affinity with or interest in people management, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN system. • Have affinity with or interest in working for children, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System

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

Benefits and Entitlements: The purpose of the allowances and entitlements paid to UN Volunteers is to enable UN Volunteers to sustain a secure standard of living at the duty stations in line with United Nations standards without incurring personal costs. The allowances are in no way to be understood as compensation, reward, or salary in exchange for the UN Volunteer’s service. Contingent on specific eligibility criteria, location of the volunteer assignment and contractual type and category, the payment of allowances will begin from the date of Commencement of Service.

Monthly living Allowance (per month) is around 38006 Thai Baht Entry Lump Sum (one-time payment) USD 400 Exit Allowance (for each month served paid on completion of assignment) THB 3958.92 Medical and Life Insurance Coverage

Leave entitlements:

Annual leave: 2.5 days accrued per calendar month Certified sick leave: 30 days Uncertified Sick Leave: 7 days Learning leave: 10 working days per consecutive 12 months Maternity Leave: 16 weeks Paternity Leave: 10 days