Organization: United Nations Children's Fund
Contact name: Andre Nkulikiye
Vacancy Title: Human Resources Officer, NO-B Level
Application Deadline: 24/02/2012
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
Under the supervision of the Chief of Operations, manages all human resources activities including the supervision of human resources staff in Rwanda Country Office (small-medium size country office), in accordance with the HR work plan, consistent with the Country Programme Management Plan.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Within the delegated authority and under the given organizational set-up, the incumbent may be assigned the primarily, shared, or contributory accountabilities for all or part of the following areas of major duties and key end-results.
1. Promote equity, transparency and consistency in the interpretation, determination and administration of international and local conditions of service, terms of employment, benefits and allowances in accordance with UNICEF regulations and rules. Advise management and staff on correct interpretation and application of HR policies and procedures and provide counselling as required. Coordinate with relevant Government ministries and other appropriate local institutions to ensure the processing of international staff conditions of service, entitlements and privileges in country.
2. Support the office's administrative and technical needs for professional officers, general service and temporary staff by implementing and administering effective and speedy recruitment procedures. Ensure organizational targets (geographic distribution, gender, etc.) are met while not compromising on the recruitment and retention of national staff of the highest calibre. Team with supervisors in the recruitment process to ensure integrity and merit in all selection procedures while supporting the needs of managers and goals of diversity. Promote equity, transparency and consistency in the selection and placement of staff.
3. Ensure appropriate and timely actions for renewals of contracts, promotions, within-grade increments, and performance evaluations. Develop and implement plans, including timetables, for contract reviews, renewals and terminations; ensures timely notice to staff.
4. Implement and administer the fair, equitable and systematic GS classification in compliance with the established standards and procedures as well as the classification principle of equal pay for work of equal value by ensuring all job descriptions are current and duly classified. Make recommendations on the organizational structure of the office and effective utilization of human resources (HR).
5. Enhance staff’s job performance by supporting the identification of training needs, preparation of training proposals and arranging for implementation and evaluation of training. Provide HR training and support as required in country, including at sub-office locations.
Provide orientation briefing to newly arrived staff Promote a rational and attainable career management system to meet the office's current and future needs.
6. Monitor potential staff – management issues; provide advice to managers/supervisors on appropriate approach to be used in sound performance management and in counselling staff. Serve as technical resource and provide administrative support to staff- management bodies such as SAP, APC, JCP, and JCC.
7. Contribute to the budget preparation and review process through an analysis of staffing pattern and needs of the office. Participate in management meetings affecting HR planning and management.
Minimum qualifications and experience
• University degree in social sciences or other relevant disciplines (human resources, business administration, international relations, psychology, etc). Additional professional training in Human Resources Management an advantage.
• At least two (2) years of relevant professional work experience. Field work experience (for NO).
• Background/familiarity with Emergency. United Nations / International Organization experience an asset.
• Fluency in English and French required. Fluency in the national language (Kinyarwanda) is highly desired.
The candidate should possess the following knowledge
a) Specific Technical Knowledge required
• Knowledge of the local language of the duty station is required.
• Knowledge of the latest developments and technology in related fields.
• Analytical, negotiating, communication and advocacy skills.
• Supervisory and managerial skills.
• Leadership and teamwork abilities.
• Computer skills, including internet navigation and various office applications.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships, both within and outside the organization.
b) Competencies:
i) Core Values (Required)
• Commitment
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Integrity
ii) Core Competencies (Required)
• Communication [II]
• Drive for Result [I]
• Working With People [II]
iii) Functional Competencies (Required)
• Analysing [I]
• Applying Technical Expertise [II]
• Following Instructions and Procedures [II]
• Planning and Organizing [I]
• Relating and Networking [I]
iv) Technical Knowledge
a) Specific Technical Knowledge Required (for the job)
• Job Classification Guidelines
• Local Salary Survey Methodology
b) Common Technical Knowledge Required (for the job group)
• UN Staff Regulations and Rules and Personnel Directives
• UNICEF HR Policy & Procedures Manual (PAM) and rules and regulations, Administrative Instructions and Circulars
• UNICEF Financial rules and regulations, Budget policies, procedures, guidelines and instructions
• UNICEF training guidelines and procedures
• Field Security Manual
• Use of corporate office computer system applications and software, including LAN, email, word processing, spreadsheet, database, telecommunications
• Gender equality and diversity awareness
Additional Information
The application file must be documented as follows:
* An application letter addressed to the Representative of UNICEF, P.O.Box 381 Kigali
*A detailed complete CV
*Legalized photocopies of degrees, diplomas and certificates. *A Personnel History form (P11 forms are available at the reception of UNICEF)
Note:
• Please apply online to: button below or submitted your application documents TO THE RECEPTION OF UNICEF
• Applications which do not meet the specified minimum requirements or are received after the closing date will be rejected
• Only short listed candidates will be contacted
• Women are particularly encouraged to apply
• UNICEF is a non-smoking environment
• All application materials will not be returned
• Closing date: 24 February 2012 at 12: 00 a.m.
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