Job Summary: 

The HR Officer reports to the Representative for strategic guidance, training, and supervision. The Officer provides support to the supervisor and colleagues in the unit by executing HR services through applying knowledge of theoretical HR models, as well as understanding of organizational HR policies and procedures. [Insert purpose of post and bullet points on main activities. This section should be short and attractive for candidates. We recommend you attach the full JD/TOR so they can check more, if interested]

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Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Business Partnering

• Through research of policies and analysis of data, provide support to the HR Business Partner in advising their clients on HRrelated needs and developing subsequent plans of action.
• Provide accurate and timely advice to clients on HR processes and policies, ensuring the highest level of clientorientation.
• Proactively advise clients on the resolution of human resources issues ensuring equitable and transparent solutions that protects both the staff and organizations interests in accordance with policies, regulations and procedures.
• Promote the organizational goals and targets for gender equity and cultural diversity.

Strategic Human Resources

• Liaise with the HQ Divisions, regional and country offices to support and contribute to corporate HR strategy formulation and global implementation. Provide feedback and make recommendations on the establishment and improvement of HR systems, policies and processes.
• Keep abreast, research, benchmark, and implement best and cuttingedge practices in HR management and contribute to the development of global policies, procedures and introduce innovation through sharing of best practices and knowledge learned.

Support to Implementation of assigned Human Resources Services

• Provide support to various or one specific HR occupation (recruitment, job classification, career development, performance management, data analytics, learning & development etc.) to help their supervisors in implementing efficient client services that help either attract, retain and/or motivate staff of the highest caliber.
• When assigned casework in the relevant area on either a routine or nonroutine basis, analyze and synthesize issues and problems, and interpret established, formal guidelines to address and recommend solutions or further actions required.

Learning and Capacity Development

• In collaboration with business owners, support the design and delivery of learning plans for staff.
• Contribute to the mapping of competencies for all staff included in the assigned client portfolio, assisting in the development of a comprehensive framework in support of the development of the talent pipeline.
• Research on efficient and costeffective learning products which enable staff to develop their skills and competencies.
• Participate as a resource person in capacity building initiatives to enhance the competencies of clients/stakeholders.
• Provide orientation briefing to a new staff.

HR Data Analytics

• Collect, interpret and analyze HR data to help inform decision making on HR processes and strategies.
• Support the development and implementation of data collection systems to optimize data quality.
• Coordinate with country offices and partners to provide assistance in their HR information management.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience: To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

Minimum requirements:

Education: A University Degree in human resource management, business management, international relations, psychology or another related field is required.

Work Experience: Two years of professional experience in human resource management in an international organization and/or large corporation is required. Experience performing Human Resources Business Partner role is a strong asset. Experience supporting organizational changes and transformations is an asset.

Skills:

Technical:  Advanced knowledge of the principles and concepts of human resources management. Ability to identify issues, conduct rigorous research, and make conclusions and recommendations. Strong research, planning and organizational skills. Excellent knowledge of information technology systems and tools.

Interpersonal and Communication: Ability to communicate effectively in a diverse organization tailoring language, tone, style, and format to match audience. Ability to empathize with client managers, supervisors and staff while advocating for consistent and equitable applications of promulgated HR regulations and rules. Proven capability to uphold organization’s value and culture.

Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required.  Knowledge of another official UN language or local language of the duty station is considered as an asset.

Desirables:  Emotional Intelligence to support a diverse workforce.  Ability to manage conflict, facilitate communication, and support employee wellbeing will be considered an asset.  Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency it will be considered an asset.