HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER

Org. Setting and ReportingUnder general supervision from the Chief of the Human Resources Policies Division, this position functions as that of expert in a broad range of human resource management policies such as mobility, work/life and diversity issues, conditions of staff in the field, staff development, recruitment and performance management, . The position is also the technical manager of the mobility and hardship scheme for the classification of field duty stations, under which staff are compensated for the degree of hardship experienced as a result of assignment to difficult duty stations. Responsibilities- Plan, design and conduct detailed studies based on extensive research in the relevant areas of work and identify best practices in human resource management in national public and private sectors and in international organizations. - Draft documents with recommendations for consideration of new approaches and the revision and/or introduction of relevant policies based on studies and research, for submission to the Commission in regular sessions; presenting these approaches at Commission sessions and inter-agency meetings where required; . - Manage the programme for the classification of field duty stations according to the conditions of life and work under the Mobility and Hardship Scheme for duty stations in the field.. - Represent the ICSC secretariat at interagency meetings as required with authority to provide technical assistance, advice and guidance in any of the areas of competence. CompetenciesProfessionalism: demonstrated competence and expertise in the area of human resource management with capacity to keep abreast of developments in the field. Ability to analyze complex human resource issues and to make appropriate recommendations which take account of far-reaching impact on others. Planning and organizing: awareness of and ability to respond to organizational priorities, to deal effectively with a high work volume and to monitor and coordinate the work of staff when necessary. Communication: proven ability to share and obtain information in an open and cooperative manner; to present ideas clearly and convincingly both orally and in writing, particularly in the preparation of reports. Technological awareness: capacity to recognize the benefits of information technology in the management of human resource functions. EducationAn advanced university degree (Master’s or Doctorate degree, or equivalent) in human resources management, public administration, psychology or related fields is required. A first-level 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 QualificationStrong analytical skills are required Completion of training programmes in data analytics, business analytics or data science is desirable. Knowledge of UN HR policies and procedures, is required Work ExperienceExperience in preparing contextual information such as research papers, reports and other relevant documents, using various sources, including non-UN and academic sources are desirable. Experience in the evaluation and development of human resources policies in a large international multi-cultural organization is desirable A minimum of seven years of experience in human resources, public administration, psychology or a related field is required LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. Either French or Spanish or Russian or Chinese (Mandarin) or Arabic is desirable. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).