Senior Human Resources Officer (Chief of Section)

Job Posting Organization:
The position is located within the Operational Staffing Design Section (OSDS) of the Staffing Service (SS) in the Human Resources Services Division (HRSD) of the Office of Support Operations (OSO) under the Department of Operational Support (DOS). The DOS was established to provide comprehensive operational support and advisory services to various entities across the Global Secretariat, including departments, offices away from headquarters, peace operations, and regional commissions. The HRSD is dedicated to supporting the human resources needs of client entities, from process development to service delivery. The SS specializes in talent acquisition, operational workforce planning, and organizational design across UN Secretariat entities. The OSDS takes a holistic approach to operational workforce planning, helping clients analyze staffing demands and forecast future needs. The Senior Human Resources Officer will report to the Chief of the Staffing Service, playing a crucial role in the management and strategic direction of human resources functions within the organization.

Job Overview:
The Senior Human Resources Officer (Chief of Section) is responsible for overseeing the management and operations of the assigned section within the Staffing Service. This role involves planning, organizing, and supervising the work of the section, ensuring effective recruitment activities, and managing the development of human resources strategies. The officer will serve as a subject matter expert, providing guidance and support in capacity-building programs and promoting staff development initiatives. The position requires establishing collaborative relationships with internal and external partners to enhance operational workforce planning and organizational design. The officer will also be responsible for analyzing staffing data, identifying trends, and advising clients on workforce planning activities, including succession planning and recruitment strategies. This role is pivotal in ensuring that the organization meets its human resources management strategic and operational indicators, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the UN's staffing processes.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Senior Human Resources Officer will have a comprehensive set of responsibilities, including:

• General Management: Planning, organizing, managing, and supervising the work of the assigned section; overseeing recruitment activities, including identifying required skillsets, creating job openings, reviewing applications, and participating in interview panels.
• Reporting: Producing business intelligence and analytical reports for senior management regarding the performance of human resources functions.
• Capacity Building: Serving as a subject matter expert in capacity-building programs and promoting staff development initiatives.
• Workforce Planning: Identifying entity needs and developing operational guidance and tools for workforce planning and organizational design.
• Data Analysis: Analyzing staffing data to anticipate future talent needs and advocating for effective workforce planning strategies.
• Operational Support: Assisting managers in developing recruitment strategies and conducting human resources aspects of strategic reviews.
• Business Process Improvement: Advocating for simplification and development of new human resources policies and process improvements.
• Knowledge Management: Advising on the establishment and maintenance of knowledge management systems related to human resources and developing guidance packages for the global HR community.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a strong background in human resources management, with a minimum of ten years of relevant experience in administration or a related area. They should have at least two years of experience in an international organization, specifically in leading the development and delivery of human resources initiatives related to workforce planning, talent management, and organizational design. Additionally, candidates should have experience in formulating and implementing new policies, standards, and procedures in human resources, as well as leading teams in data collection and analysis for decision-making purposes.

Educational Background:
An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in human resources management, business or public administration, social sciences, education, or related fields is required. Alternatively, a first-level university degree in one of these fields combined with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of ten years of experience in human resources management or a related area. Candidates must have at least two years of experience in an international organization, specifically in leading human resources initiatives, and two years of experience in formulating and implementing HR policies and procedures. Experience in leading teams to analyze data and identify trends for planning and decision-making is also essential.

Languages:
English is required for this position, with a minimum proficiency level of UN Level II in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. French is also a working language of the United Nations Secretariat, but proficiency in French is not mandatory for this position.

Additional Notes:
This position is financed by the Support Account for Peacekeeping Operations and is initially for a period of one year, subject to budgetary approval and availability of funds. The United Nations is committed to achieving gender balance and encourages female candidates to apply. Staff members must meet geographical or lateral move requirements to be eligible for this vacancy. The recruitment process does not involve any fees, and reasonable accommodations may be provided for applicants with disabilities.