Background

UNDP Human Resource's Unit undertakes a number of recruitment exercise for various agencies/project. In order to complete the recruitments in a timely manner the unit will require the service of a consultant to assist with sieving of applications received.

Duties and Responsibilities

Summary of Key Functions

The consultant will be responsible for the following duties:

• Review all applications received on the electronic job platform
• Using the criteria listed, create a long list for all designated adverts
• Make any relevant suggestion for improvement of the screening process

Deliverables

The Consultant will be accountable for the provision of the following deliverables:

• A concise long list for each job adverts based on selection criteria.
• A final report summarizing the findings
• Completion of long-lasting within the stipulated time frame
• Report of the assignment

This assignment will be based in Abuja, Nigeria

Competencies

OPERATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS

• Ability to perform a variety of repetitive and routine tasks and duties related to human resources
• Ability to review data, identify and adjust discrepancies
• Ability to handle a large volume of work possibly under time constraints
• Good knowledge of administrative rules and regulations
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of clerical, administrative, secretarial best practices and procedures, in-depth knowledge of office software applications relating to word processing data management presentation, ATLAS, as required
• Ability to operate and maintain a variety of computerized business machines and office equipment in order to provide efficient delivery of service
• Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks by establishing priorities

MANAGING DATA

• Collects and compiles data with speed and accuracy identifying what is relevant and discarding what is not, records it in an accessible manner and maintains data bases
• Thoroughly and methodically collects, verifies and records data demonstrating attention to detail and identifying and correcting errors on own initiative
• Transmits file data; creates and generate queries, reports and documents utilizing databases, spreadsheets, communications and other software packages with speed and accuracy
• Interprets data, draws conclusions and/or identifies patterns which support the work of others

PLANNING, ORGANIZING AND MULTI-TASKING

• Organises and accurately completes multiple tasks by establishing priorities while taking into consideration special assignments, frequent interruptions, deadlines, available resources and multiple reporting relationships
• Plans, coordinates and organises workload while remaining aware of changing priorities and competing deadlines
• Demonstrates ability to quickly shift from one task to another to meet multiple support needs
• Establishes, builds and maintains effective working relationships with staff and clients to facilitate the provision of support

Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff member

Required Skills and Experience

Education and Experience:

• Secondary School Certificate
• At least 2 years experience in HR or administrative work
•  Good knowledge of HR processes.

The UN  is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities