Org. Setting and Reporting

Under 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.

Competencies

Professionalism: 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.

Education

An 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 Qualification

Strong 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 Experience

Experience 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

Languages

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice

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 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.

United Nations Considerations

According 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. All external candidates recruited in accordance with section ‎2.2 (a) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment without limitation and all external candidates recruited in accordance with section 2.2. (c) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment limited to the entity are subject to an initial probationary period of one year under a fixed-term appointment. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

THE 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.