Human Resource (HR) Associate

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Position Title: Human Resource (HR) Associate
Location: Kyiv
Country: Ukraine
Deadline Date: Not specified

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women was established in July 2010 by the United Nations General Assembly to advocate for gender equality and the empowerment of women. The organization aims to eliminate discrimination against women and girls, promote their empowerment, and achieve equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action, and peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security. UN Women operates globally, with a mission to enhance the role of women in all aspects of life and to ensure that their voices are heard in decision-making processes. The organization has a significant presence in various countries, including Ukraine, where it has expanded its activities in response to the ongoing humanitarian crisis caused by the war. UN Women is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, promoting mutual respect and equality in the workplace.

Job Overview:
The Human Resource (HR) Associate position at UN Women is a critical role that involves providing administrative and logistical support for recruitment, placement, and the administration of benefits and entitlements for staff and local external contractors. The HR Associate will work under the technical guidance of the Regional HR Business Partner and the daily supervision of the Operations Manager. The role is designed to enhance the engagement and productivity of UN Women staff by providing essential tools, processes, and guidance for effective performance management, onboarding, orientation, and staff development. The HR Associate will play a key role in ensuring compliance with UN Women’s HR policies and guidelines, facilitating recruitment processes, and supporting staff performance management and learning initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Administer and implement HR strategies and policies in compliance with UN Women rules and regulations, providing general information to management and staff on HR matters, and preparing written responses to queries.
• Provide HR administrative and logistical services, including processing correspondence, maintaining records, managing leave, and facilitating staff separation processes.
• Coordinate recruitment processes by drafting job descriptions, screening candidates, and preparing recruitment documentation.
• Support staff performance management and learning development by monitoring compliance with performance appraisals and facilitating the preparation of learning plans.
• Maintain HR data and databases, generating reports and ensuring confidentiality.
• Facilitate knowledge building and sharing by organizing training sessions and workshops for staff.
• Contribute to talent development and employee engagement by assessing staff skills and facilitating learning opportunities.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for the HR Associate position should possess strong knowledge of HR administration, processes, and policies. They should have the ability to execute administrative processes and handle confidential information. The candidate should also demonstrate good quantitative skills, strong IT skills, and the ability to provide inputs for business process re-engineering and the implementation of new systems. Additionally, the candidate should have excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with stakeholders effectively.

Educational Background:
Completion of secondary education is required for this position. A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or Public Administration is considered an asset and may enhance the candidate's qualifications for the role.

Experience:
Candidates should have at least 6 years of relevant experience in human resource management. Experience in using computers and office software packages, such as MS Word and Excel, is required. Familiarity with modern web-based ERP systems, preferably Oracle Cloud, is desirable and would be beneficial for the role.

Languages:
Fluency in English and Ukrainian is required for this position. Knowledge of another official UN language, such as French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, or Spanish, is considered desirable and may provide an advantage in the recruitment process.

Additional Notes:
The position is full-time and is based in Kyiv, Ukraine. UN Women is committed to diversity and inclusion in its recruitment process and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background. The organization has a zero-tolerance policy regarding conduct that is incompatible with its aims and objectives, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, and discrimination. Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks, including verification of academic credentials and employment history.