Talent Management and Job Analysis Specialist

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization founded in 1945, currently comprising 193 member states. Its mission is to promote peace, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and cooperation among nations, addressing global challenges such as poverty, inequality, and climate change. The UN operates in various countries around the world, employing thousands of staff members across diverse fields, including humanitarian aid, development, and human rights. The organization aims to foster international collaboration and uphold human rights, with a focus on sustainable development and global governance.

Job Overview:
The Individual Consultant (IC) will play a crucial role in facilitating the talent management process within the UN Secretariat by developing up-to-date job profiles that are future-ready and aligned with the needs of the organization. This position is essential for ensuring that job responsibilities are articulated in a manner that acknowledges the diverse experiences of various demographic groups and adapts to different organizational contexts. The IC will also work towards making the recruitment process more inclusive and effective by identifying the necessary skills that correspond with job responsibilities, thereby supporting a fair and accurate assessment of candidates. The role is expected to last for three months and will involve remote work, allowing for flexibility in how the consultant engages with the team and stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The IC will be responsible for conducting a comprehensive job analysis within the UN Secretariat, which is a prerequisite for innovating and adapting methods for attracting, recruiting, and nurturing talent, particularly focusing on young and diverse candidates. Key responsibilities include: conducting job analysis using the GJP 2.0 methodology in collaboration with Human Resources teams and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs); defining responsibilities, skills, level differentiation, work interactions, and education and experience requirements for designated areas of work; mapping skills to responsibilities and applying quality standards to ensure consistency and clarity across levels; utilizing OHR-approved generative AI tools to draft and review profile content; facilitating consultations with SMEs and consolidating input; preparing job profiles for classification review and publication; supporting the review of change requests; organizing and analyzing workstream data; preparing presentations and reports for senior management; responding to queries from various stakeholders; documenting processes; and providing regular updates on progress to the project manager.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in fields such as management, business administration, human resources management, organizational development, industrial and organizational psychology, public administration, or economics. Alternatively, a first-level university degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) combined with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. Additionally, candidates should have a minimum of five years of experience in management consulting, human resources management, organizational development, workforce planning, job analysis, or a related field. Experience working directly with subject matter experts, organizing and analyzing information, using generative AI tools, engaging stakeholders, and preparing materials for senior audiences is also required.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes an advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in relevant fields such as management, business administration, human resources management, organizational development, industrial and organizational psychology, public administration, or economics. A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) may be accepted if accompanied by two additional years of relevant work experience, demonstrating the candidate's capability to fulfill the job requirements effectively.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of five years of relevant experience in areas such as management consulting, human resources management, organizational development, workforce planning, job analysis, or business analysis. This experience should include direct interaction with subject matter experts to gather and validate content, as well as the ability to organize and analyze information effectively, particularly using tools like Excel. Furthermore, candidates should have experience in using generative AI tools for drafting and reviewing content, engaging with stakeholders at various organizational levels, and delivering multiple projects concurrently while adapting quickly to new subject areas.

Languages:
Fluency in spoken and written English is mandatory for this position, as English is one of the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Knowledge of an additional official UN language, such as French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, or Spanish, is considered an advantage and may enhance the candidate's profile, given the multilingual nature of the UN's operations.

Additional Notes:
The position is remote and is expected to last for a duration of three months. It is important to note that the United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including application, interview, or training. The organization is committed to maintaining the confidentiality and security of applicants' personal information and does not request information regarding applicants' bank accounts.