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Associate Human Resources Officer, P-2

Abu Dhabi

  • Organization: IRENA - International Renewable Energy Agency
  • Location: Abu Dhabi
  • Grade: Junior level - P-2, International Professional - Internationally recruited position
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Human Resources
  • Closing Date: Closed

 Vacancy Announcement

Secretariat of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)

Administration and Management Services (AMS) Division

 

Publication/Transmission Date\:                 9 Januray 2020

Deadline For Application\:                            8 February 2020 (at midnight, Abu Dhabi Local Time)

Title and Grade\:                                Associate Human Resources Officer, P-2

Indicative Annual Remuneration\:   (a) Annual Net Salary\: USD 47,322 to USD 55,175

(b) Post Adjustment\: USD 30,995.91 to USD 36,139.63[1]                                                                            

Duration of Appointment\:                            One year, with possible extension

Duty Station\:                                                  Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Expected Date for Entry on Duty\:               As soon as possible     

  

The International Renewable Energy Agency is an inter-governmental organisation headquartered in Abu Dhabi, mandated to promote the widespread and increased adoption and sustainable use of all forms of renewable energy in the pursuit of sustainable development, energy access, energy security and low-carbon economic growth and prosperity. IRENA’s mission is to play a leading role in the ongoing transformation of the global energy systems as a centre of excellence for knowledge and innovation, a global voice of renewable energy, a network hub for all stakeholders and a source of advice and support for countries.  At present, IRENA has 160 Members (159 States and the European Union) that acceded to its Statute, and 23 additional States in the process of accession and actively engaged.

 

The Division of Administration and Management Services (AMS) is responsible for providing the Secretariat with efficient support in managing its human and financial resources and ensure effective and timely delivery of information technology, procurement and logistical services. The Human Resources Section in AMS is responsible for the provision of professional HR services for the organization, including recruitment and placement; administration of appointments/contracts, entitlements and benefits; the coordination of provision of staff development activities; and the provision of HR support to managers and staff relative to performance management.  With the aim of contributing to the work of the division/service, IRENA is looking to recruit an Associate Human Resources Officer at the P-2 level.


Under the supervision of Chief, Human Resources, the Associate Human Resources Officer will carry out the following duties\:


Duties and Responsibilities\: 

  • Provide support to selection and recruitment processes; Coordinate with client offices in identifying upcoming vacancies; Assist in the preparation of vacancy announcements, evaluation and screening of applications, serve as ex-officio on interview panels for professional posts, drafting of interview reports,  note-taking in interview panels, follow-up of reference checks and academic verifications, completion of pre-recruitment formalities, review offers of appointment and statement of emoluments, etc.;   Prepare and present cases for submission to the Director General. 
  • Primary responsibility for oversight of maintaining and updating  HR databases, files, records, staffing tables, etc.; Coordinate preparation of reports to the governing bodies and overseeing the relevant data collection, compilation and production of statistical reports, graphs and tables to facilitate analyses of various HR data by users or for official reports.
  • Responsible for staffing table maintenance.  Serve as the focal point for position management actions and the related monitoring and reporting functions in HR.  Coordinate with the Budget Section and the Divisions with regard to staff/non-staff requisitions;  responsible for overseeing within HR the periodic reviews and adjustments required in the Budget application.
  • Coordination of staff development and training programmes and workshops;  Identify, negotiate and make arrangements with consultants and vendors for the provision of training programmes for IRENA staff.
  • Coordinates  the induction  briefing programme for new staff members and other parties, as necessary.
  • As necessary, provide assistance in processing entitlements and benefits, contracts/appointment extensions, separations, and related personnel and payment actions.
  • Carry out other relevant tasks as required.                                                                           
Competencies
Professionalism\: Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence; is conscientious and efficient in honouring and meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; is accurate and pays attention to details; operates in compliance with organisational regulations and rules; takes responsibility for own performance; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.

Teamwork\: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.


Client Orientation\: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be clients and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors on-going developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.


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.

 
Qualifications
 

Education\: Advanced university degree in human resources management, business administration, law, social sciences or other related field.  A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

 

Experience\: Two years of experience in human resources or general management are required, with at least one year of experience in an international organization setting.   


Languages\: Good command of written and spoken English. Knowledge of other languages would be of advantage.

 
 

Qualified candidates must apply for the above mentioned vacancy on-line, through IRENA’s recruitment platform, Taleo by submitting a complete and comprehensive CV and a letter of interest, including details of three professional references who will be contacted if their application is shortlisted.

 

Applications from qualified women, especially from nationals of developing countries, are highly encouraged.

 

Please note that only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted for an interview and will receive notice of the outcome of the selection process.

 

[1] IRENA provides similar ICSC benefits and entitlements, including dependency allowances, rental subsidy, education grant (for school aged children), annual and sick leave, health insurance, Provident Fund participation, etc. as would be applicable.

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