UNDP Jobs - 65253- Human Resources Analyst

Human Resources Analyst

Location :

Erbil, IRAQ

Type of Contract :

FTA International

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

11-Apr-16 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

P-2

Duration of Initial Contract :

One year

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

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

Due to the expansion of the UNDP program in Iraq, a service Centre is being put in place which will need to guarantee the quick disbursement of funds for the crisis response and the Stabilization efforts in newly liberated areas in Iraq. The service Centre is currently servicing the operational challenges of the above projects but may expand to other projects. It is currently funded through the Stabilization and crisis response which have overall budgets exceeding 100M USD in 2016/7, but may further increase.

The service Centre is composed of a finance, procurement, project management/administration and HR functions and is headed by the Operations Manager who has delegated authority as senior manager in the UNDP Iraq office, with senior approval levels.

The main operational challenges for the service Centre relate to NGO contracting, tendering for light infrastructure rehabilitation works and direct purchasing by UNDP. The service Centre would need to ensure full compliance with UNDP rules and regulations.

Under the overall guidance of Country Director and direct supervision of the Head of the Service Centre, The HR Analyst works in close collaboration with the operations, programme and project teams in the CO and UNDP HQs staff ensuring successful performance in HR management.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provides support to the implementation of HR strategies and policies focusing on achievement of the following results:

Full compliance of HR activities with UN rules and regulations, UNDP policies, procedures and strategies; effective implementation of the internal control, analysis of parameters in support of proper design and functioning of the HR management system;
Service Centre HR business processes mapping and elaboration/establishment of internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in HR management;
Analysis and elaboration of proposals on the strategic approach to recruitment as per approved HR plans, proper use of contractual modalities, forecast of the staffing needs, performance evaluation and staff career development management.

Provides support to effective human resources management focusing on achievement of the following results:

Management of recruitment processes including job descriptions, vacancy announcement, screening of candidates, organization and participation in the interview panels;
Preliminary review of submissions to the CRP and CRB;
Management of contracts in and outside Atlas. Monitoring and tracking of all transactions related to positions, recruitment, HR data, benefits, earnings/deductions, retroactivity, recoveries, adjustments and separations through Atlas;
Management of International staff entitlements and position funding delegated to the HR Unit;
Development and management of rosters.

Provides support to proper staff performance management and career development focusing on achievement of the following results:

Analysis of requirements and elaboration of the protocol for performance appraisal process, facilitation of the process;
Active participation in the service Centre and CO learning team;
Elaboration of proposals on and implementation of strategic staffing policies in line with career development.

Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the service Centre and CO focusing on achievement of the following results:

Participation in the organization and conduct of training for operations/ Programme staff on HR issues;
Synthesis of lessons learned and best practices in HR;
Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
Treats all people fairly without favoritism

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning:

Shares knowledge and experience and contributes to UNDP practice areas;
Encourages office staff to share knowledge and contribute to UNDP Practice Areas;
Develops deep understanding in HR;
Promotes a learning environment in the office;
Demonstrates strong coaching/mentoring skills, regularly providing helpful feedback and advice to others in the office;
Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more practice areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills

Development and Operational Effectiveness:

Ability to lead recruitment, contracts management, performance appraisal, career development management, build teams, maintain high staff morale;
Strong IT skills;
Ability to implement new systems (business side) and affect staff behavioral/ attitudinal change.

Management and Leadership:

Focuses on impact and result for the client;
Leads teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills;
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills;
Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors;
Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure;
Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.

HR Certification programme.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Master’s Degree or equivalent in HR, Business Administration, Public Administration or related field.

Experience:

2 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in providing HR advisory services and/or managing staff and operational systems;
Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and experience in handling of web based management systems.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in English;
Knowledge of Arabic is an asset.