HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER

Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located in the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) based in Naqoura. The Human Resources Officer reports to the Chief Human Resources Officer. The Human Resources Officer will be responsible for leading a team of HR professionals in providing advice to Mission clients on a range of Human Resources issues. The Human Resources Officer will deputize the Chief Human Resources Officer. ResponsibilitiesWithin delegated authority of the Chief Human Resources Section, the incumbent will be responsible for the following: General: • Initiates and coordinates actions covering the entire span of human resources staffing activities (classification reviews, recruitment, placement, reassignment, promotion, performance management, separation), ensuring consistency in the application of the Staff Rules and human resources procedures. • Provides substantive advice with respect to conditions of services, duties and responsibilities, and privileges and entitlements under the Staff Rules and Regulations. • Develops and implements new human resources policies, practices and procedures to meet the evolving needs of the Organization. • Coordinates outreach activities in relation to workforce planning and critical vacancies. • Monitors and ensures the implementation of human resources policies, practices and procedures. • Keeps abreast of developments in various areas of human resources. • Prepares reports and participates and/or leads special human resources project. Recruitment and placement: • Reviews post incumbency reports, projects and monitors vacant positions and ensure adherence to policies and procedures in filling these positions. • Represents the Division/Unit at Departmental panels and appointment bodies. • Support Human resources audits and coordinate with partners. • Reviews recommendation on the selection of candidates by client offices to include gender and diverse geographic representation in selections. • Participates in task forces and working groups identifying issues/problems, formulating policies and guidelines, and establishing new procedures. • Advises senior management officials on recruitment and other human resources matters. Administration of entitlements: • Advises on the development, modification and implementation of United Nations policies and practices on entitlements. • Provides advice on interpretation and application of policies, regulations and rules. Reviews and provides advice on exceptions to policies, regulations and rules. • Represents the office in joint bodies and working groups relating to salaries and other conditions of service. Travel and International Uniformed Personnel: • Advises and monitors the travel unit on the implementation of United Nations policies and practices on travel related entitlements applicable to civilian staff and international uniformed personnel (IUP). • Monitors and oversees travel, leave entitlements and shipments of uniformed personnel and represents the office in joint bodies and working groups relating to travel, shipment, and administration of uniformed personnel. • Provides advice on interpretation and application of travel policies, regulations and rules. Reviews and provides advice on exceptions to policies, regulations and rules. Performance Management: • Supports the mission in the implementation of the performance appraisal system and monitors its compliance with the proper implementation of the performance management system, providing guidance and substantive support to mission components on standards for the development of service, section, unit and individual work plans. • Coordinate with the Integrated Mission Training Center to organize training/orientation programmes in performance management and supervisory skills as well as work plans. • Ensure full-compliance with the performance appraisal system and provides input to the establishment of Management Review Committee and Joint Monitoring Committee and Rebuttal Panel and acts as their facilitator and ex-officio member. Counsels staff and managers in cases of underperformance and facilitates the implementation of a Performance Implementation Plan (PIP) or other remedial measures when required. Administration of Justice: • Coordinates with interested parties such as the Staff Association(s) and the mission's Conduct and Discipline component, CHRO, Chief of Staff and DMS, to address and mitigate staff grievances with the purpose resolving them at the lowest practical level. Develops preventive activities such as training and sharing best practices and recent jurisprudence related to human resources management. In consultation with DOS, coordinate the mission's responses to formal and informal requests coming from different entities under the Administration of Justice (AoJ) system and implement decisions applicable to the mission. Other duties: • Supports the mission through the drawdown and liquidation by actively engaging in the planning and implementation of the plans. Support the Staff Management Committee thorugh implementation of downsizing policies. Advises and counsels staff in respect of rights, responsibilities, code of conduct and difficulties associated with work and entitlements. • Supervises and monitors the work of human resources officers/assistants in undertaking the full range of human resource management activities. • Provides guidance to programme managers on the application of classification policies and procedures and by undertaking whole office review. • Conducts research in preparing policy papers, position papers and briefing notes on issues related to examinations and tests. • Supports dialogue between the management and staff unions (Field Staff Union and National Staff Committee) representatives on matters relating to human resources policy and general staff issues. CompetenciesPROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of administrative, budgetary, financial and human resources policies and procedures; Ability to apply various United Nations administrative rules and regulations in work situations; Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis; Ability to identify issues, formulate opinions, make conclusions and recommendations; Shows pride in work and in achievements; Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; Remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments; Adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently. CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be \"clients\" and seeks to see things from clients' point of view; Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; Identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client. ACCOUNTABILITY: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honors commitments. Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards. Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules. Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments. Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable. EducationAdvanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in human resources management, business or public administration, social sciences, or related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceA minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in human resources management or administration or related area is required. Experience in managing staffing, administration, and talent acquisition is required. Practical experience with the planning and delivery of human resources services in complex, volatile and conflict and post-conflict environment is desirable. Experience in implementing change management initiatives and downsizing is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).