Human Resources Assistant

Tegucigalpa

Organization: UNDP - United Nations Development Programme
Location: Tegucigalpa
Grade: Administrative support - Administrative Services and Support - Generally no need for Higher Education
Occupational Groups:
- Human Resources
- Administrative support
Closing Date: Closed

Background

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Under the overall supervision of the Programme Manager and the direct supervision of the Administration Officer, the HR Assistant provides leadership in execution of the full range of OHCHR HR services ensuring their transparency and integrity. The HR Assistant promotes a collaborative, client-oriented approach and promotes consistent with rules and regulations approach in Office.

The HR Assistant can supervise and lead temporary support staff on HR matters of the Administration Unit. The HR Associate works in close collaboration with the operations, programme and project teams in the CO, UNDP Human Resources and OHCHR HQs staff for resolving complex HR-related issues and to exchange information and ensure consistent service delivery.

Duties and Responsibilities

Administration and implementation of HR strategies and policies
Administration of human resources
Performance management and career development
Conduct of UN-related surveys
Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing

Competencies

Core
Achieve Results:
LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline
Think Innovatively:
LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements
Learn Continuously
LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback
Adapt with Agility
LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible
Act with Determination
LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident
Engage and Partner
LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships
Enable Diversity and Inclusion
LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination
People Management (Insert below standard sentence if the position has direct reports.)

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies

Business Management
Risk management
Ability to identify and organize action around mitigating and proactively managing risks

Communication
•Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience
•Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels
Digital awareness and literacy
•Ability and inclination to rapidly adopt new technologies, either through skilfully grasping their usage or through understanding their impact and empowering others to use them as needed.

Business Development
Knowledge generation
•Ability to research and turn information into useful knowledge, relevant for context, or responsive to a stated need

HR - People strategy and planning
Human resources strategic planning
•Ability to develop integrated HR strategies, governance structures, polices and procedures

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent is required. Secondary Education with specialized certification in HR, University Degree in HR, Business or Public Administration would be desirable, but it is not a requirement.

Experience:

6 years of progressively responsible HR and/or administrative experience is required at the national or international level.
Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and experience in handling of web based management systems.

Language Requirements: Fluency in Spanish and English is required.

Disclaimer

Important information for US Permanent Residents ('Green Card' holders)

Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.

UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.

Applicant information about UNDP rosters

Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

Non-discrimination

UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

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