The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) invites applications for recruitment into the post of Human Resources Associate.
Job Location : Abuja, NIGERIA
Type of Contract : FTA Local
Post Level : GS-7
Languages Required :
English
Starting Date :
(date when the selected candidate is expected to start) 01-Sep-2012.
Job Description:
Under the guidance and direct supervision of the HR Specialist, the HR Associate provides substantive input and leadership in execution ofthe full range of Country Office (CO) HR services ensuring their transparency and integrity. The HR Associate promotes a collaborative, client-oriented approach and promotes the maintenance of high staff morale.
The HR Associate guides and mentors the support staff of the HR Unit and leads and supervises them in the absence of the HR Specialist.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Summary of Key Functions:
*. Administration and implementation of HR strategies and policies
*. Administration of human resources
*. Performance management and career development
*. Conduct of UN-related surveys
*. Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing
1. Ensures administration and implementation of HR strategies and policies, adapts processes and procedures focusing on achievement of the following results:
*. Full compliance of HR recording and reporting systems with UN rules and regulations, UNDP policies, procedures and strategies; effective implementation of the internal control framework, proper functioning of the HR management system.
2. Ensures effective administration of human resources focusing on achievement of the following results:
*. Organization of recruitment processes.
*. Maintenance of the CO staffing table.
*. Preparation or review of submissions to the Local Compliance Review Panel (CRP).
3. Ensures proper staff performance management and career development focusing on achievement of the following results.
4. Ensures conduct of UN-related surveys focusing on achievement of the following results:
*. Collection of information and preparation of reports for comprehensive and interim local salary, hardship and place-to-place surveys. Participation in the work of LSSC.
5. Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the CO focusing on achievement of the following results:
*. Organization of trainings forstaff on HR issues.
*. Synthesis of lessons learnt and best practices in HR.
Functional Competencies:
Building Strategic Partnerships
*. Maintaining information and databases
*. Analyzes general information and selects materials in support of partnership building initiatives Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing.
Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise
*. Fundamental knowledge of processes, methods and procedures
*. Understands the main processes and methods of work regarding to the position
*. Possesses basic knowledge of organizational policies and procedures relating to the position and applies them consistently in work tasks
*. Identifies new and better approaches to work processes and incorporates same in own work
*. Strives to keep job knowledge up-to-date through self-directed study and other means of learning
*. Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
*. Secondary Education with specialized certification in HR. University Degree in HR, Business or Public Administration would be desirable, but it is not a requirement.
Experience:
*. 7 years of progressively responsible HR and/or administrative experience is required at the national or international level. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and experience in handling of web based management systems.
*. Demonstrated interpersonal and presentation skills
*. Knowledge of UN/UNDP HR Rules & Regulations and policies is a strong advantage but not a requirement.
Language Requirements:
*. Fluency in written and spoken English is mandatory;
Method Of Application:
Interested Candidates should apply online through the website by clicking on the Apply now button. The system will prompt you to upload a CV on the next page.
Please note that instead of a CV you're required to download the UNDP Personnel History Form (P11) from the following link http://sas.undp.org/Documents/P11_Personal_history_form.doc Complete it and upload when prompted.
Applications without a fully completed P11 form will not be considered. Only applicants that are shortlisted will be contacted.
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Application Deadline : 18-Jul-12.
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