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  • Posted: Jun 21, 2019
    Deadline: Jul 5, 2019
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    UNICEF contributes to the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals in Nigeria with a mandate to advocate for the protection of children’s rights, to help meet their basic needs and to expand their opportunities to reach their full potential. UNICEF’s Nigeria country programme: Aims to accelerate the realization of the rights of all c...
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    Human Resources Officer - NOB

    Job Number: 519583
    Location: Abuja-Nigeria (Only for Nationals from Nigeria)
    Work Type : Fixed Term Appointment

    Job Descriptions

    How can you make a difference:

    • The HR Officer reports to the HR Manager/Specialist/Chief for close guidance, training and supervision.
    • The Officer provides support to the supervisor and colleagues in the unit by executing HR services through applying knowledge of theoretical HR models, as well as understanding of organizational HR policies and procedures.

    Key Functions, Accountabilities and Duties/Tasks
    Business Partnering:

    • Through research of policies and analysis of data, provide support to the HR Business Partner in advising their clients on HR-related needs and developing subsequent plans of action.
    • Provide accurate and timely advice to clients on HR processes and policies, ensuring the highest level of client-orientation.
    • Proactively advise clients on the resolution of human resources issues ensuring equitable and transparent solutions that protects both the staff and organizations interests in accordance with policies, regulations and procedures.
    • Promote the organizational goals and targets for gender equity and cultural diversity.

    Strategic Human Resources:

    • Liaise with the HQ Divisions, regional and country offices to support and contribute to corporate HR strategy formulation and global implementation. Provide feedback and make recommendations on the establishment and improvement of HR systems, policies and processes.
    • Keep abreast, research, benchmark, and implement best and cutting edge practices in HR management and contribute to the development of global policies, procedures and introduce innovation through sharing of best practices and knowledge learned.

    Support to Implementation of assigned Human Resources Services:

    • Provide support to various or one specific HR occupation (recruitment, job classification, career development, performance management, data analytics, learning & development etc.) to help their supervisors in implementing efficient client services that help either attract, retain and/or motivate staff of the highest caliber.
    • When assigned casework in the relevant area on either a routine or non-routine basis, analyze and synthesize issues and problems, and interpret established, formal guidelines to address and recommend solutions or further actions required.

    Learning and Capacity Development:

    • In collaboration with business owners, support the design and delivery of learning plans for staff.
    • Contribute to the mapping of competencies for all staff included in the assigned client portfolio, assisting in the development of a comprehensive framework in support of the development of the talent pipeline.
    • Research on efficient and cost-effective learning products which enable staff to develop their skills and competencies.
    • Participate as a resource person in capacity building initiatives to enhance the competencies of clients/stakeholders.
    • Provide orientation briefing to new staff.

    HR Data Analytics:

    • Collect, interpret and analyze HR data to help inform decision making on HR processes and strategies.
    • Support the development and implementation of data collection systems to optimize data quality.
    • Coordinate with country offices and partners to provide assistance in their HR information management.

    Job Requirements
    To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have:

    Education:

    • A University Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Management, International Relations, Psychology or another related field is required.

    Experience:

    • Two years of professional experience in human resource management in an international organization and/or large corporation is required.

    Language Requirements:

    • Fluency in English is required.  Knowledge of another official UN language or local language of the duty station is considered as an asset.

    For every Child, you demonstrate:

    • UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.

    The competencies required for this post are:

    • Analyzing (I)
    • Relating & Networking (I)
    • Applying technical expertise (II)
    • Planning and organizing (I)
    • Following instructions and procedures (II)

    View our competency framework at:
    http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/UNICEF_Competencies.pdf

    Method of Application

    Note

    • UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
    • UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.
    • This is a re-advertisement to expand the pool of candidates. Applicants who have applied for the initial advert need not reapply as your application will be given due consideration.
    • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
    Interested and qualified? Go to UNICEF on www.unicef.org to apply

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