Human Resources Officer, New York

• Organization: DPKO - Department of Peacekeeping Operations
• Country: United States
• City: New York
• Office: DPKO New York
• Grade: P-4

UN Secretariat, New York

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Closing date: Monday, 16 November 2015

Posting Title:
Human Resources Officer
Job Code Title:
HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
Department/Office:
DEPARTMENT OF PEACEKEEPING OPERATIONS
Duty Station:
NEW YORK
Posting Period:
02 September 2015 - 16 November 2015
Job Opening Number:
43582
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
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Special Notice
Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.
This post is financed by the Support Account for Peacekeeping Operations for a finite period of at least one year. Extension of appointment will be subject to budgetary approval.Applicants from troop- and police-contributing countries who are found most suitable and recommended for selection will be given due consideration for positions in a peacekeeping operation or Headquarters support account funded positions in the Department of Peacekeeping Operations and the Department of Field Support, taking into account their contribution to United Nations peacekeeping, in accordance with General Assembly resolutions 66/265 and 67/287. Organizational Setting and Reporting
This position is located in the Selection and Recruitment Section of the Police Division in the Office of Rule of Law and Security Institutions (OROLSI), Department of Peacekeeping Operations. The incumbent reports directly to the Chief of Section.
Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Chief, Selection and Recruitment Section, Police Division, Office of Rule of Law and Security Institutions, the Human Resources Officer is responsible for the following duties:

• Monitors and ensures the implementation of human resources policies, practices and procedures.
• Advises the Head of the Section on the development, modification and implementation of United Nations policies and practices.
• Provides advice on interpretation and application of policies, regulations and rules. Reviews and provides advice on exceptions to policies, regulations and rules. Prepares reports and participates and/or leads special human resources project.
• Projects and monitors vacant posts of assigned level/group, Division or mission-wide and ensures adherence to policies and procedures in filling these posts.
• Oversees preparation of job openings, reviews applications and provides short-lists to substantive offices.
• Arranges and conducts interviews for selection of candidates.
• Reviews recommendation on the selection of candidate by client offices.
• Develops and participates in recruitment strategies to meet identified shortfalls, including recruitment and outreach exercises, including through intensified engagement with francophone organizations and countries.
• Maintains and interprets statistical data on police personnel serving in field missions and contributions by Police Contributing Countries.
• Liaises and collaborates with Member States, Police Contributing Countries and Field Missions on all aspects of selection, recruitment and rotation of police officers.
• May supervise and monitor the work of the junior staff in undertaking the full range of human resource management activities.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Ability to identify issues, formulate opinions, present conclusions and offer recommendations. Ability to apply UN HR rules, regulations, policies and guidelines in work situations and prepare reports or rational with respect to key administrative decisions. 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.
• 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 field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in human resources management, administration, or related field. Experience in the application and interpretation of staff rules and regulations within a complex organization is required. Experience in human resource planning and recruitment at the national and/or international level is desirable. Experience in Peacekeeping or other international experience is also desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
Assessment Method
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview.
United Nations Considerations
Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
The United Nations shall place 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. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on "The Application Process" and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on "Manuals" hyper-link on the upper right side of inspira account-holder homepage.Applications are pre-screened by the system according to the published requirements of the job opening on the basis of the information provided in the application. In relation to the requirements of the job opening, applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their qualifications, including their education, work experience, and language skills. Each applicant must bear in mind that submission of incomplete or inaccurate applications may render that applicant ineligible for consideration for the job opening. Initial screening and evaluation of applications will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted. Applications cannot be amended following submission. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at midnight (New York time) on the deadline date. No Fee
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