Human Resources Officer (Staff Relations) P2, (2 positions)

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

19 December 2024-23:59-GMT+01:00 Central European Time (Rome)

WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.

ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP’s values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP? 

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.

• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.

• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.

• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.

• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

The Staff Relations Branch (HRMSR) reports to the Director, Human Resources Division and is responsible for providing strategic advice to senior management in connection with grievances and disciplinary matters. HRMSR’s goal is to protect the integrity and efficiency of WFP, while also ensuring that WFP’s internal justice system reflects principles of fairness and due process. In addition, HRMSR works with managers, other offices, and staff representative bodies to advance WFP’s approach to address abusive conduct (harassment, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination) and promote a healthy workplace environment and constructive staff-management relations, including through consultations on policy initiatives and through informal resolution of grievances and potential workplace conflict.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

STAFF-MANAGEMENT RELATIONS:

• Provide background briefings and propose positions to Chief, HRMSR or other more senior HR Officers on issues related to staff management relations;
• Provide secretariat and liaison support for relations between management and staff representatives; follow-up with relevant parties on issues arising from formal and informal consultation with the staff representative bodies.

BEHAVIOURAL MATTERS:

• Contribute to the review of investigation reports and to the formulation of legally sound proposals for management to address investigative findings.
• Prepare first drafts of disciplinary documents, under the guidance and supervision of more senior HR Officers.
• Review reports of abusive conduct lodged with or referred to HR, and carry out any necessary fact-finding, for advice and possible intervention.
• Deliver awareness raising initiatives on issues related to addressing abusive conduct and other forms of misconduct.
• Review and research previous HR practice and tribunal jurisprudence to guide the unit’s area of work.
• Keep abreast of legal and other related developments in areas of administration of justice.

ADVISORY SERVICES:

• Assist, review and present initial positions and recommendations on specific cases and/or general policy interpretation issues;
• Contribute to the preparation of management responses by providing legally sound basis for proposed courses of action regarding complaints and grievances;
• Engage with employees in respect of their rights, responsibilities and difficulties associated with work and entitlements;
• Support HR personnel in other offices;
• Provide proactive and innovative approaches to delivery of HRMSR services.

COORDINATION AND COLLABORATION:

• Participate in divisional and inter-divisional meetings and working groups on related areas of work;
• Contribute to the planning of, and implement approved HRMSR activities;
• Support in delivering briefing sessions on HRMSR area of work;
• Ensure the unit’s databases properly reflect accurate statistical data on case management;
• Prepare initial reports and participate in special HR/HRMSR project(s) to ensure quality control and timely turn-around of cases.

OTHER:

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Education: Advanced university degree in Human Resource Management, , Industrial/Labour Relations or Law, Public or Business Administration, Industrial Psychology or other relevant field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience or trainings/courses.

Experience: At least three years of postgraduate professional experience in the field of human resources management with focus on dispute resolution, grievances, and labour relations

Language: Fluency (level C) in English language. Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, and/or Portuguese (a WFP working language).

MORE ABOUT YOU:
You have:

• An understanding of the policy and legal implications of decisions in disputes and grievances with employees
• Ability to advise management in matters requiring a balancing of competing priorities and levels of risk exposure.
• Good written advocacy and verbal communication skills, as well as analytical abilities, to provide support to management.
• Experience in working with UN system is desirable.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our recruitment process is inclusively crafted to welcome candidates of all backgrounds, celebrating diversity and ensuring a respectful environment for all. We aim for an accessible and fair recruitment journey. Should you need any reasonable accommodations or have accessibility concerns, please reach out to us confidentially at [email protected]. Our DEI team is here to ensure your full participation in our recruitment process.

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).

• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.

• Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language

• Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter

• Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time

• Please contact us at [email protected] in case you face any challenges with submitting your application

• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.