Team Lead, HR Talent Management and Acquisition

Contract

This is a P-4 contract. This kind of contract is known as Professional and Director staff. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 7 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 136,000 USD and 175,344 USD.

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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The objective of the Division of Business Operations (BOS) is to support the work of WHO in the European Region through delivery of services within the areas of human resources, finance, contracting and procurement, legal advice, information & communications technology, printing, security, facilities management, fixed assets, conference support, travel and transport, safeguarding personnel and staff wellness and well-being. As an enabling function, the division enhances the productivity of the health technical programmes and country offices while at the same time overseeing accountability, transparency and compliance with WHO administrative rules and regulations. The BOS division strives to strengthen the capacity of WHO/Europe to react in an agile way to external and internal changes. The division projects are designed to increase productivity, ensure financial sustainability of the region's structures, reinforce a client-oriented culture, strengthen country office capacities, and drive strategic initiatives to enhance staff motivation and well-being. The purpose of the HRT unit is to partner with the business, adding value to the business process and work of EURO through the provision of tactical and operational advice to staff and managers on workforce planning; Policy & procedural guidance - Efficient and effective sourcing, recruitment & management of human resources; performance management compliance and advice to influence and promote a culture of continuous performance and ensure that mechanisms for amore inclusive, relevant and supportive performance culture; occupational health and related supports including the staff physician.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

The purpose of this position is to provide efficient, effective, and client-oriented Human Resource services, predominant areas of work are outreach, recruitment and selection, roster management, onboarding as well as staff development and learning and providing strategic advice on HR matters. To provide innovation and newest knowledge in these areas to ensure that WHO remains agile and fresh in the areas of recruitment and outreach.

Key duties:

Under the overall supervision and management of the regional human resources manager, the Team Lead will provide technical expertise in talent acquisition and management, and be responsible for the development, management, review, monitoring program activities related to, outreach, sourcing and recruiting/hiring talent and staff learning and development.

Develop and propose policies and strategies for implementation the area of talent acquisition and management for strengthening and improving the capacity of EURO's workforce.

Conducts research on innovation and best practices in implementing talent acquisition and management activities and dissemination of information for capacity building in the respective area of work

Supervise and manage a group of dedicated HR Specialists within the TAM team to provide advice and operational support to clients across the European Region in all aspects of developing and implementing policies and guidance related to talent acquisition, employee branding, staff learning and development and management, ensuring continued consistency in policy application and in approaches and advice on HR issues given by the team members to clients.

Ensure capacity building programmes and events are put in place to keep team members' skills and knowledge current and updated on a regular basis.

Ensure that HR decisions, policies and activities are implemented in an efficient and timely manner for the Offices in the European Region, including, capability sourcing, building talent pools, career pathways, mobility, staff development and learning and policy review and interpretation.

Oversee the review and clearance of affiliate workforce contracts.

Contribute to organizational development of new policies in this area and facilitate compliance with the organizational rules for all personnel categories.

Ensure improved career development through career pathways and staff development and learning with the aim of developing new policies and strategies to address WHO workforce needs to deliver on the objectives of the Organization.

Review Staff Development needs and training programs, oversee performance management to strengthen internal talent career and upskilling, rotation and mobility schemes, including staff career development, to ensure a highly motivated and performing Human Resources across the region.

Review proposed new HR policies and suggest changes and adjustments to align Organization's Staff rules, practices and procedures to the regional specific needs and work conditions; actively provide input to innovative solutions such as HR policies, rules and approaches to support achievement of organizational needs and effectiveness;

Perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: Master's degree in human resources management, public or business administration, law, social sciences or another area relevant to the position. Desirable: Training or certification in the area of Human Resources management.

Experience

Essential: At least 7 years' progressive experience in human resources management some of which should have been obtained in a managerial or supervisory position at the international level. At least 3 years' experience in talent acquisition and outreach activities. Desirable: Relevant experience within WHO, the United Nations or other international organizations.

Skills

Strong knowledge and skills in the application of human resources management policies, practices and procedures and the ability to apply them in a constant changing and dynamic setting. Strong knowledge and skills in the classification, selection, recruitment, entitlements and benefits, HR staffing and performance management. Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify issues and formulate recommendations. Excellent skills in demonstrating diplomacy, tact, discretion, and confidentiality. Strong communication skills and excellent ability to write and draft communication and proposals to HR policies. Skills in conflict resolution and coaching. Very good knowledge and skills in the use of integrated ERP systems/packages. Emotional awareness; Ability to identify and harness one's emotions and apply them to tasks; and the ability to manage emotions, which includes both regulating one's own emotions when necessary and helping others to do the same.

WHO Competencies

Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Moving forward in a changing environment Producing results Creating an empowering and motivating environment

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of French,Russian,Germa.

REMUNERATION

WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 77,326 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 1501 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level

• Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

• A written test may be used as a form of screening.

• In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.

• According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.

• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.

• Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.

• For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.

• The WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics.

• The WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion)are strongly encouraged to apply for WHO jobs.

• Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be sent through an email to reasonableaccommodation@who.int

• An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.

• WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.

• Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Candidates appointed to an international post with WHO are subject to mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world.

• WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.

• The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.

• WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

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