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Senior Human Resources Officer

New York City

  • Organization: UNDOS - United Nations Department of Operational Support
  • Location: New York City
  • Grade: Senior level - P-5, International Professional - Internationally recruited position
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Human Resources
  • Closing Date: Closed

Org. Setting and Reporting

The Department of Operational Support (DOS) was established to provide end-to-end operational support, advisory services and other solutions to operating entities across the Secretariat, including departments, offices away from headquarters, peace operations, and regional commissions.

The Human Resources Services Division (HRSD) provides dedicated services in support of human resources requirements of client entities, from process development through service delivery.

The Operational Support and Advisory Service (OSAS) serves as an enabling partner to support clients in fulfilling their mandates. The key services include: guidance to entities on the proper exercise of delegated authorities; advice on the application of human resources policies and procedures; advice to managers related to formal and informal conflict resolution; input/feedback to the development and/or improvement of simplified policies and procedures; support to clients in developing, formulating and implementing customized entity specific HR strategies and plans; and support to clients and shared services in the achievement of their human resources management targets and objectives.

The Human Resources Advisory Section 2 (HRAS2) serves as the primary entry point and point of contact for clients regarding services provided by OSAS.

This position is located in the Human Resources Advisory Section 2, Operational Support and Advisory Service, Human Resources Services Division, Office of Support Operations, Department of Operational Support. The Senior Human Resources Officer will report to the Chief of the Operational Support and Advisory Service.

Responsibilities

General Management
•Plans, organizes, manages and supervises the work of the Section assigned.
•Oversees recruitment activities within the assigned Section, including by identifying required skillsets, creating job openings, reviewing candidate applications, creating short lists, participating in and chairing interview panels, and making recommendations for selection.
•Reports and coordinates on specific issues through the production of business intelligence and analytical reports and talking points and briefing notes for the attention of senior managers regarding the status of the performance of human resources functions, both internally within the Section and for supported entities.
•Serves as subject matter expert as part of capacity building programmes conducted by the Department of Operational Support.
•Promotes staff development and career support programmes within the supervised office.
•Establishes collaborative relationships with all relevant internal and external partners.

Advisory Services and Client Relations Management
•Advises senior management and local HR business partners on all aspects of human resources policies and procedures and provides proactive and innovative approaches to the delivery of human resources services in consultation with local HR business partners.
•Provides advice to clients in relation to the interpretation and implementation of Staff Regulations and Rules and on risks associated with new processes or guidance documents.
•Provides advice on complex performance management issues to managers and local HR business partners in supported entities and assists supported entities with the implementation of the performance appraisal system.
•Provides advice on the appropriate usage of all types of staff categories and non-staff capacities throughout the Secretariat in the context of operational workforce planning.
•Provides guidance on policy relating to recruitment, placement and promotion, and on benefits and entitlements.
•Supports managers in formal and informal conflict prevention and resolution, including specialized advice to clients on other issues related to the formal and informal system of administration of justice, including complex human resources cases submitted for management evaluation.
•Provides guidance to Programme Managers and local Human Resources offices on the application of classification policies and procedures and on the feasibility to undertake whole office reviews.
•Provides operational inputs into discussions advocating for changes in policies and conditions of service.
•Ensures consistency in human resources advisory services and adherence to the tiered client service model in human resources across stakeholders.

Operational Support
•Coordinates with supported entities to ensure that their evolving needs are addressed in the context of the development and implementation of new human resources policies, practices, and procedures.
•Bridges the gap between policy development and implementation, serving as an enabler for operational support.
•Assists managers and local HR business partners in the development of recruitment strategies and plans.
•Assists entities in the conduct of human resources aspects of their strategic reviews and contributes to the development of integrated planning processes, the development of human resources concepts of operation and associated implementation plans.
•Supports entities during periods of staffing reviews and organizational changes by sharing best practices and aligning resources with approved mandates.
•Assists supported entities in meeting critical human resources management strategic and operational indicators by identifying best practices and lessons learned and advising on their application and suitability to local contexts.
•Supports entities in the development and implementation of an entity-specific operational workforce planning strategy and associated recruitment plans.
•Identifies and analyzes supported entity staff development and career support needs and provides support in designing programmes to meet identified needs and provides support in the implementation of staff development and career support programmes.
•Provides advice on the timely filling of posts in accordance with established policies and procedures.
•Provides guidance to HR business partners on the efficiency and effectiveness of various systems and processes.
•Leads multidisciplinary support reviews to diagnose issues and assist entities in achieving HR targets while providing support in specific identified areas of concern.
•Other duties as priorities evolve.

Business Process Improvement
•Advocates for the simplification and development of new human resources policies and leads process improvement initiatives to streamline practices and procedures to meet the evolving needs of the Organization.
•Provides feedback on and identification of requirements for continuous process improvements and adaptation to policies and processes based on operational requirements and trends.
•Reviews pain points in business processes with a view to eliminating them while advocating for changes in policies, processes and systems and while proactively looking to fill gaps in processes.

Knowledge Management
•Provides advice on the establishment, maintenance, and utilization of knowledge and/or information management systems related to human resources.
•Develops guidance packages (e.g. Standard Operating Procedures, templates, lessons learned, etc.) on operational human resources matters for the global human resources community.
•Supports managers and HR business partners on the use of human resources data and related reports by ensuring proper utilization and application to entity-specific situations.
•Analyses client performance to identify requirements for human resources capacity building to strengthen their ability to exercise delegated authorities.

Competencies

Professionalism: Knowledge of human resources policies, practices and procedures and ability to apply them in an organizational setting. Ability to identify issues, analyze and formulate opinions, make conclusions and recommendations on complex human resources policy and development issues. Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.

Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently.

Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow. Empowers others to translate vision into results. Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives. Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support. Anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions. Drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo. Shows the courage to take unpopular stands.

Empowering Others: Delegates responsibility, clarifies expectations, and gives staff autonomy in important areas of their work. Encourages others to set challenging goals. Holds others accountable for achieving results related to their area of responsibility. Genuinely values all staff members' input and expertise. Shows appreciation and rewards achievement and effort. Involves others when making decisions that affect them.

Education

An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) in human resources management, business or public administration, social sciences, education, or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advance university degree.

Work Experience

Au moins dix années d’expérience professionnelle, à des niveaux de responsabilité de plus en plus élevés, dans le domaine de la gestion des ressources humaines, de l’administration ou dans un domaine apparenté.
Une expérience d’au moins deux ans acquise dans une organisation internationale dans des fonctions de responsable de l’élaboration et de la mise à disposition d’initiatives en matière de ressources humaines, telles que processus de planification intégrée des ressources humaines, gestion prévisionnelle des besoins en personnel, mesure des résultats, examen des conditions d’emploi ou d’ensembles de prestations est souhaitable.
Une expérience d’au moins deux ans acquise dans une organisation internationale dans un rôle de participation à l’élaboration et à la mise en œuvre de nouvelles politiques, normes, procédures ou directives dans le domaine des ressources humaines est souhaitable.
Une expérience d’au moins deux ans acquise dans une organisation internationale dans un rôle d’appui à l’amélioration des processus d’affaires dans le domaine des procédures relatives aux ressources humaines est souhaitable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Fluency in French is desirable. Knowledge of another United Nations official languages is an advantage.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview.

Special Notice

The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

Staff members of the United Nations Secretariat must fulfil the lateral move requirements to be eligible to apply for this vacancy. Staff members are requested to indicate all qualifying lateral moves in their Personal History Profile (PHP) and cover letter.

Staff members of the United Nations Secretariat must fulfil the lateral move requirements to be eligible to apply for this vacancy. Staff members are requested to indicate all qualifying lateral moves in their Personal History Profile (PHP) and cover letter.

For this position, applicants from the following Member States, which are unrepresented or underrepresented in the UN Secretariat as of 31 August 2019, are strongly encouraged to apply: Afghanistan, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahrain, Belize, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Cabo Verde, Cambodia, Central African Republic, China, Comoros, Cuba, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Dominica, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Indonesia, Islamic Republic of Iran, Japan, Kiribati, Kuwait, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Monaco, Mozambique, Nauru, Norway, Oman, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Qatar, Republic of Korea, Russian Federation, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Solomon Islands, South Sudan, Suriname, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Vanuatu, Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela.

Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures

United Nations Considerations

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. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

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