Job Title & Level: HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER, NO-C

Department/OfficeMINUSTAH/HUMAN RESOURCES SECTION

Location: PORT-AU-PRINCE, HAITI

Posting Period: 07 March 2016 – 06 April 2016

Job Opening Number: MINUSTAH-NJO-2016-N023

UNITED NATIONS CORE VALUES: INTEGRITY, PROFESSIONALISM, RESPECT FOR DIVERSITY

Human Resources Section invites all interested and qualified candidates to apply for the announced position. All interested candidates should submit their applications (Personal History Profile - P11 and/or CVs) and copies of their educational certificates to Recruitment Unit via email: minustah-recruitment@un.org. 

Please include also the job opening number of the above position in your e-mail application. Acknowledgment will be sent to short listed candidates only.

Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Human Resources Section, the Human Resources Officer will report to the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Responsibilities:

Under the overall direction of the CHRO and within limits of delegated authority, the Human Resources Officer will be responsible for the following duties: 

General:

•            Provides advice and support to managers and staff on human resources related matters.

•            Prepares special reports and participates and/or leads special human resources project.

•            Keeps abreast of developments in various areas of human resources.

Administration of entitlements

•            Assists in reviewing and processing requests for classification.

•            Provides advice and answers general queries on classification procedures and processes.

• Provides advice on interpretation and application of policies, regulations and rules.                               Reviews and provides advice on exceptions to policies, regulation and rules.

• Administers and provides advice on salary and related benefits, travel, and social        security entitlements.

• Determines and recommends benefits and entitlements for staff on the basis of           contractual status.

• Reviews policies and procedures and recommends changes as required.

      • Reviews and recommends level of remuneration for consultants.

Staff development and career support

      • Identifies and analyzes staff development and career support needs and designs programs to meet identified needs. Prepares monitoring reports on staff development and career support programs.

      • Designs and manages sabbatical/external assistance schemes.

      • Provides advice on mobility and career development to staff, particularly young professionals and staff in the General Service and related categories.

      • Designs, plans, monitors and provides induction orientation program and briefing to new staff members.

      • Provides performance management advice to staff and management. Assists supervisors and staff with understanding and using the performance appraisal system (PAS).

      • Assesses training needs, identifies, designs and delivers training program to staff at all levels throughout the Organization.

Other Duties:

• Advises and counsels staff in respect of rights, responsibilities, code of conduct and difficulties associated with work and entitlements.

• Conducts and coordinates salary surveys assessing the labor market at Headquarters and in the field and establishes salaries and related allowances of locally-recruited staff.

• Prepares classification analysis of jobs in Professional and General Service and related categories.

• Provides guidance to programme managers on the application of classification policies and procedures and by undertaking whole office review.

• Assists in preparing policy papers, position papers and briefing notes on issues related to examinations and tests.

Competencies

Professionalism: Knowledge of the human resources policies, procedures and practices and ability to apply them in an organizational setting. Demonstrates use of initiative and makes appropriate linkages in work requirements and anticipates next steps. 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.

Communication:  Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

 Teamwork:  Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Planning& 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. 

Education: 

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in human resources management, business or public administration, social sciences, education or related area. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. 

 Work Experience:  

A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in human resources management, administration or related area. 

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.  For the position advertised, fluency in oral and written English and French is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.