Overview
The HR Specialist will ensure the consistent application of UNOPS HR policies, rules, and procedures across assigned portfolios and entities, supporting the management and implementation of key HR service lines.
Key Responsibilities
- Support HR policy development and implementation, including contributing data on trends and sharing local HR best practices.
- Provide guidance on HR policy application for personnel management and advise on sensitive HR matters.
- Oversee the application and implementation of talent acquisition and management policies and processes.
- Coordinate personnel realignment exercises and identify key talent areas.
- Facilitate team engagement and provision of high-quality results and services.
- Organize, facilitate, and deliver training and learning initiatives on HR-related topics.
Required Experience
- A minimum of 5 years of professional-level human resources experience, including HR advisory services, in a major area(s) of human resources management (HR Contract Administration, HR Reporting, Recruitment or Organizational Design) in an international, public or corporate organization at the national and/or international level.
- Knowledge of UNOPS HR policy and processes is an asset.
- Relevant experience in a multicultural setting is desirable.
- Some experience in UN system organizations preferably in a developing country is desirable.
- Proficiency in the usage of computers and office software packages as well as web-based management systems is desirable.
Qualifications
Required Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Human Resources management, Business Administration, social or behavioral sciences or related fields with 7 years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any of the above or related fields with 5 years of relevant experience.
