Human Resources Officer

Org. Setting and ReportingThe position is located in the Staffing Diversity and Outreach Section, Strategic Talent Management Service, Global Strategy and Policy Division, Office of Human Resources, Department of Management, Strategy, Policy and Compliance in New York. The incumbent will be responsible for supporting a variety of human resources initiatives, including developing talent acquisition sourcing strategies towards building talent pipelines for nationals from un- and underrepresented Member States; conducting labour market research/analysis; conducting strategic communication campaigns for talent attraction; identifying and building talent sourcing capabilities and enabling sourcing tools to attract qualified candidates; building partnerships with the government, universities and professional associations institutions to support the implementation of strategies on equitable geographical distribution, gender parity, disability inclusion and rejuvenation. ResponsibilitiesUnder the general supervision of the Chief of the Staffing Diversity and Outreach Section (SDOS) and the designated Human Resources Officer and Team Lead, the incumbent will be responsible for following duties: Talent sourcing • Conducts research and develops talent acquisition sourcing strategies, leveraging new technologies, media channels, software and networks, in support of UN strategic goals. • Initiates and coordinates effective working relationships with national partners to facilitate implementation of project activities, as well as monitoring and evaluation. • Supports the implementation of the UN Secretariat's strategies on equitable geographical distribution, gender parity, disability inclusion, rejuvenation and other initiatives. • Conducts job specific outreach to attract qualified candidates from un- and underrepresented Member States. • Establish focal points from the government to work in close partnership with the UN Secretariat on talent outreach and talent sourcing. • Conducts research on the labour market to understand the talent supply and its alignment with current and future key work capability demand. • Collects and analyzes data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. • Conduct focus groups and interviews with UN employees and other stakeholders to complement the quantitative analysis and enhance the insights. • Research on effective job portals, communication channels, news and media outlets and appropriate tools to reach the right talent. • Identify and partner with a local or a regional marketing agency for enhanced employer branding. Talent outreach support • Develop training programmes for applicants on writing and interview skills to help nationals be more competitive in the selection process. • Identify and partner with the government, universities and professional associations on developing skills aligned with the work capabilities and prepare candidates for the Young Professional Programme (YPP) exam. • Develop a project plan for positioning the 'UN Model' and career workshops in primary and secondary schools to inspire young students for a career. • Organize and conduct talent outreach events targeting university students Other duties • Provide regular updates on the progress of work under talent sourcing and talent outreach support activities. • Perform other relevant duties as assigned. CompetenciesProfessionalism: Knowledge of human resources policies, practices and procedures and ability to apply them in an organizational setting. A strong understanding of the local labor market dynamics and proven experience in developing strategies to attract top talent. A strong understanding of communication styles and social norms of un- and under-represented Member States. Ability to identify issues, formulate opinions, make conclusions and recommendations. Ability to identify, understand and involving wide range of stakeholders to arrive at desired outcomes. 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. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. 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. 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 ongoing 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. EducationAn advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in human resources management, business or public administration or related field is required. A first-level university degree (Bachelor's degree or equivalent) in the specified fields of studies with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceA minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in human resources management, administration or related area is required. A minimum of two years of experience in developing partnerships and collaborating with a diverse range of stakeholders, including a national government(s), is required. Experience with the United Nations System or similar international Organizations is desirable. Experience in recruitment/talent acquisition is desirable. Two years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Fluency in an official language of an unrepresented/underrepresented country is desirable. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage. AssessmentEvaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview. Special NoticeThis position is financed by extrabudgetary resources. The appointment is for a limited duration of one year and renewal thereof is subject to the availability of the post or funds, budgetary approval or extension of the mandate. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. Pursuant to section 7.11 of ST/AI/2012/2/Rev.1, candidates recruited through the young professionals programme who have not served for a minimum of two years in the position of their initial assignment are not eligible to apply to this position. United Nations ConsiderationsAccording 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. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile 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 FeeTHE 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.