Posting Title: HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER, P3
Job Code Title: HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
Department/ Office: Economic Commission for Africa
Duty Station: ADDIS ABABA
Posting Period: 27 October 2014-26 December 2014
Job Opening number: 14-HRE-ECA-38233-R-ADDIS ABABA (R)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Special Notice
Rostered applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are interested and available to take up the position at the duty station/s specified in the Job Opening. Applying to this job opening carries an expectation to accept the offer, if selected.
Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.
Organizational Setting and Reporting
This position is located in the Human Resources Services Section (HRSS), Division of Administration, United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA).The Human Resources Officer reports to the Chief of the Section. For more information about UNECA, please visit our website: www.uneca.org
Responsibilities
Under the overall direction of the Chief of HRSS and within limits of delegated authority, the Human Resources Officer will be responsible for the following duties: General:
Administration of entitlements:
Recruitment and placement:
Staff Development:
Other duties:
Competencies
Professionalism - Knowledge of human resources policies, practices and procedures and ability to apply them in an organizational setting. Ability to identify issues, formulate opinions, make conclusions and recommendations. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges. Knowledge of bespoke Enterprise Resources Planning tools and related software. Experience in staff administration at national and/or international level. Familiarity with UN human resources policies, procedures, practices, regulations and rules. Familiarity with principles of job classification and job design.
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.
Communication - Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in human resources management, business or public administration, social sciences, education or related area. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in human resources management, administration or related area.
Languages
Fluency in one of the working languages of the UN Secretariat, English or French, (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of the other is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
Human Resources Officer - Economic Commission for Africa
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