Support UNwomen Tanzania with Human Resources

Support UN Women Tanzania with HR document management and compliance.

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Overview

Support UN Women Tanzania with HR document management and compliance.

You have:

  • University degree (Bachelor’s degree) in human resources management, sociology, business administration and public administration or any relevant field.
  • At least one to three years of professional experience.
  • Computer skills (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, social media, and others).
  • Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and spreadsheet and database packages.
  • Experience in the use of a modern web-based ERP System, preferably Oracle Cloud or Quantum is desirable.
  • Good oral and written skills; good drafting, formulation, reporting skills;
  • Strong applied knowledge of HR administration, processes and policies, including the UN Staff Regulations and Rules
  • Ability to independently administer and execute HR processes and transactions, exercising judgment in selecting appropriate courses of action
  • Ability to handle information of a confidential nature with discretion and integrity
  • Strong IT skills, including proficiency in ERP systems (preferably Oracle Cloud/Quantum)
  • Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel
  • Sound security awareness

Contract

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UN Women is the United Nations entity dedicated to gender equality and the empowerment of women. Based on the vision of gender equality proclaimed by the United Nations Charter, UNWomen works to eliminate all forms of discrimination against women and girls, empower women, and achieve gender equality as partners and actors in development, human rights, humanitarian action, peace and security.

  1. Updating and converting existing documents from old templates to new e-filling standardized templates. This role must ensure confidentiality, consistency, accuracy, and alignment with current organizational standards and guidelines.

  2. Each volunteer will be assigned with certain number of documents which he or she will have to complete as per the agreed schedule.

  3. Each volunteer will have to attend the assignment induction on what is the expected output from the task at the Country Office.

  4. Maintain data in relation to HR ensuring full compliance with UN Women rules, regulations, and HR policies and guidelines

  5. Maintain and update internal databases and files on HR matters in a confidential and secure manner, ensuring data integrity and accessibility

Volunteers will be asked to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) when sensitive documents or information are shared.

Through this assignment, online volunteers will gain hands-on experience in document formatting and standardization, confidential records management, and HR administrative processes within an international development organization. They will enhance their attention to detail, organizational skills, and understanding of professional standards while learning how UN Women Tanzania manages sensitive information in line with institutional policies and guidelines.

 University degree (Bachelor’s degree) in human resources management, sociology, business administration and public administration or any relevant field.

 At least one to three years of professional experience

 Computer skills (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, social media, and others).

 Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and spreadsheet and database packages.

 Experience in the use of a modern web-based ERP System, preferably Oracle Cloud or Quantum is desirable.

 Experience in UN system HR administration is desirable.

Other (Desired or Mandatory) required technical knowledge:

 Good oral and written skills; good drafting, formulation, reporting skills;

 Strong applied knowledge of HR administration, processes and policies, including the UN Staff Regulations and Rules

 Ability to independently administer and execute HR processes and transactions, exercising judgment in selecting appropriate courses of action

 Ability to handle information of a confidential nature with discretion and integrity

 Strong IT skills, including proficiency in ERP systems (preferably Oracle Cloud/Quantum)

 Strong interpersonal and client-service orientation skills

 Excellent interpersonal skills;

 Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel;

 Sound security awareness;

Potential interview questions

Describe a time you successfully managed sensitive information. What steps did you take to ensure its confidentiality? Understanding how you handle confidential information is crucial for this role. Discuss specific measures you implement to protect sensitive information, showcasing your discretion and integrity.
Can you provide an example of a challenging HR process you managed? How did you navigate the challenges? The interviewer wants to assess your problem-solving abilities and HR knowledge. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure accuracy when transforming documents to meet new standards? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What experience do you have with ERP systems, and how do you leverage them in HR administration? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle feedback from supervisors or team members regarding your documents? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you employ to maintain organizational skills when handling multiple documents? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a situation where you had to work with a diverse team. How did you ensure effective collaboration? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What do you think is the most important quality for someone managing HR processes in an international organization? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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