HUMAN RESOURCES ASSOCIATE

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Position Title: HUMAN RESOURCES ASSOCIATE
Location: Amman
Country: Jordan
Deadline Date: Not specified

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
UNRWA, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, was established by the UN General Assembly in 194

• Its mission is to provide assistance and protection to approximately 5.8 million registered Palestine refugees across Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, the West Bank, and the Gaza Strip. UNRWA aims to help these refugees achieve their full potential in human development while awaiting a just resolution to their situation. The agency operates the largest UN operation in the Middle East, employing over 30,000 staff members and is primarily funded through voluntary contributions from UN member states, regional bodies, and individual donors. UNRWA's services include education, healthcare, relief and social services, camp infrastructure improvement, microfinance, and emergency assistance. The organization is committed to making a tangible difference in the lives of one of the world's most vulnerable communities, and it encourages qualified candidates to apply for its positions.

Job Overview:
The Human Resources Associate position at UNRWA involves providing comprehensive support in various HR functions throughout the employee lifecycle, from recruitment to staff separation. The role requires the management of HR services, including onboarding, contract management, payroll, staff development, performance management, and compliance with applicable regulations. The HR Associate will also be responsible for data entry and management in HR information systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance with UNRWA policies. This position requires a proactive approach to recruitment services, including preparing job openings, screening applicants, and coordinating interviews. The HR Associate will conduct research and analysis to support HR actions and prepare reports, while also responding to queries and managing correspondence. Additionally, the role includes office management and administrative support for the designated unit, contributing to budget preparation and procurement activities. The HR Associate will work closely with other departments to ensure effective HR operations and may be involved in ad hoc HR projects as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Human Resources Associate include:

• Providing substantive support in managing HR functions from recruitment to staff separation, ensuring compliance with staff regulations and policies.
• Entering and reviewing HR data in various information systems, monitoring discrepancies, and coordinating with staff for resolution.
• Developing and maintaining HR databases and preparing statistical reports as required.
• Assisting in recruitment services, including preparing job openings, screening applicants, and coordinating interviews.
• Conducting research and analysis to support HR actions and preparing summaries for personnel cases.
• Responding to correspondence and queries, drafting responses, and producing documents and reports.
• Coordinating with other units and departments on HR functions and preparing regular and ad-hoc reports.
• Performing office management and administrative functions, including budget preparation and monitoring expenditures.
• Carrying out other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for the Human Resources Associate position include:

• A university degree from an accredited institution in human resources, business, public administration, management, or a related discipline.
• At least two years of relevant experience in human resources management, particularly in governmental, international, or medium/large commercial organizations.
• Experience in recruitment processes is essential.
• Proficiency in standard computer applications, HR systems, dashboards, and MS Excel is required.
• A good command of spoken and written English and Arabic is mandatory.
• Experience with HR Information Systems such as SAP and dashboards is desirable.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a university degree from an accredited educational institution in human resources, business, public administration, management, or a related discipline. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of human resources management and applying relevant knowledge in a practical setting.

Experience:
The position requires at least two years of relevant experience in human resources management. This experience should include the application of knowledge acquired in HR functions within governmental, international, or medium/large commercial organizations. Relevant experience in recruitment processes is also necessary, as well as familiarity with HR Information Systems and standard computer applications.

Languages:
Candidates must have a good command of spoken and written English and Arabic. Proficiency in both languages is essential for effective communication within the organization and with stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
The contract type for this position is a Fixed Term Appointment for three years, including a one-year probation period, with the possibility of extension based on performance and funding availability. The position is graded at Grade 12, with a monthly basic salary of JD 78

• Additional benefits include a monthly Provident Fund contribution, compulsory medical insurance, 30 days of annual leave, and a dependency allowance if applicable. Employees are entitled to two days of sick leave for each completed month of service, 14 weeks of maternity leave, and two weeks of paternity leave. The incumbent may be required to travel within the Area of Operations for duty purposes. This vacancy is open to internal candidates only, and only those residing in Jordan and authorized to work in the duty station may apply. UNRWA emphasizes gender parity and encourages applications from under-represented groups, including registered Palestine refugees and candidates with disabilities. A roster may be created from this selection exercise for future vacancies.