UNDP Jobs - 62787- Consultant - Interview Report Writing

Consultant - Interview Report Writing

Location :

New York and / or Home Based, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Type of Contract :

Individual Contract

Starting Date :

26-Jan-2016

Application Deadline :

06-Feb-16 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

National Consultant

Duration of Initial Contract :

For periodic assignments throughout 2016-2017

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

For periodic assignments throughout 2016-2017

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

Recruitment and hiring of staff is the single most important human resource management activity. Each recruitment process and decision represents a major investment of organizational resources, constitutes a long term liability and is a direct reflection on the organization’s reputation. Each appointment affects the performance of offices and defines UNDP’S credibility with stakeholders.

Competency based interviewing is one of the ways UNDP assesses staff to fill vacancies across UNDP. This procedure is designed to ensure a competitive selection process for our rotational vacancies by establishing uniform selection procedures across the organization.

All recruitment and selection processes in UNDP are defined by five principles – competition, fairness, professional rigor and objectivity, transparency and accountability.

Duties and Responsibilities

Takes objective and clear notes for up to 7 interviews per day identifying strengths and weakness of candidates as measured against articulated competencies;
In consultation with the OHR representative on the interview panel, drafts the interview report in a concise and fluent manner;
prepares the interview report on a standard template the same day, when possible and then circulates to panel members for comments;
Coordinate edits/changes to the interview report; submits final report to OHR representative.
Other duties as assigned.

Report writers must disclose any perceived or actual conflict of interest on any panel they are assisting with.

Competencies

Plans, prioritizes, coordinates and delivers tasks on time;
Remains impartial and fully confidential at all times;
Displays cultural and gender sensitivity;
Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure;
Demonstrates openness to change and adaptability;
Responds positively to feedback;
Ability to draft concisely and accurately discussions during the interview.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Human Resource Management, Public Administration, or related field.

Experience:

At least 2 years of working experience;
Excellent listening and writing skills;
Familiarity with UN competency-based interviewing desirable;
Understanding of the UN context a distinct advantage;
Full working knowledge of Microsoft work.

Language:

Fluency in written and spoken English;
Knowledge of other UN languages an asset.

Qualified candidates are requested to apply online via this website.

The application should contain:

Cover letter explaining why you are the most suitable candidate for the advertised position. Please paste the letter into the "Resume and Motivation" section of the electronic application;
Financial proposal (specifying daily fee), no travel expenses will be covered;
Personal CV including past experience in relevant field\area;
At least 2 (two) references;
Other documents confirming the work experience, knowledge and skills.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please make sure you have provided all requested materials