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Posting Title:
Chief, Human Resources Management Service, D1
Job Code Title:
CHIEF OF SERVICE, HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
Department/ Office: United Nations Office at Geneva
Duty Station:
GENEVA
Posting Period:
31 August 2015-30 October 2015
Job Opening number: 15-HRE-UNOG-47571-R-GENEVA(G)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
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this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance
with established rules and procedures.
Org. Setting and Reporting
This post is located in the Human Resources Management Service, Division of Administration, United
Nations Office at Geneva.
Responsibilities
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Under the general direction of the Director of the Division of Administration, UNOG, with policy guidance
by the Assistant-Secretary-General for OHRM, the incumbent is responsible for the implementation of
the UN Human Resources Management reform at UNOG and at other UN Departments in Geneva, as
well as for planning and management of the Human Resources Management Service which provides
support and/or advice to some 30 entities representing approximately 4,500 staff members posted in
Geneva as well as in more than 120 field offices.
The incumbent will:
- Advise senior officials on policy issues and human resources management matters;
- Develop approaches to meet changing organizational needs;
- Determine the implementation and consistent application of policies and instructions; monitor and
evaluate effectiveness and recommend changes;
- Organize and manage the assigned resources to provide timely and effective service to managers and
field offices;
- Negotiate and resolve personnel matters related to common system issues applicable and relevant to
the duty station with inter-agency committees of Geneva-based organizations;
- Advise on UNOG positions and concerns at consultative meetings of UN Secretariat officials; clarify the
position of the Director-General (and/or Secretary-General) with staff-management consultative and
judicial bodies, collaborate on conditions of employment; maintain sound staff-management relations;
- Maintain sound relations with the authorities of the Host Country on any aspect of cartes de legitimation
issuance as well as on local issues affecting UN staff;
- Ensure consistent application and enforcement of established rules, regulations and standards within
the authority delegated to UNOG; approve exceptions and take discretionary decisions;
- Attend meetings of senior management and advise on human resources management subjects under
discussion; counsel managers on consequences of supervisory decisions;
- Establish human resources management policies and practices to meet the needs and conditions of
UNOG.
Competencies
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PROFESSIONALISM:
Knowledge of human resources policies, practices and procedures and ability to apply them in an
organizational setting. Ability to identify issues, analyze and formulate opinions, make conclusions and
recommendations on complex human resources policy and development issues. 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.
ACCOUTABILITY:
Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours 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.
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 the audience. Demonstrates openness
in sharing information and keeping people informed.
LEADERSHIP:
Serves as a role model that other people want to follow. Empowers others to translate vision into results.
Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives. Establishes and maintains relationships
with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support. Anticipates and resolves conflicts
by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions. Drives for change and improvement; does not accept the
status quo. Shows the courage to take unpopular stands.
JUDGEMENT/DECISION-MAKING:
Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers
relevant information before making a decision; considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior
to making them; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization; proposes
a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; checks assumptions
against facts; determines the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the
decision; makes tough decisions when necessary.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in public administration, business
administration, human resources management, law or in a related field. A combination of relevant
academic qualifications and extensive experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university
degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of 15 years of progressively responsible experience in administrative services or related
area, predominantly in the area of human resources management, of which at least 5 years at the
international level is required. Experience in managing large professional teams, significant budgets and
related resource management issues, including audits, is required. Experience with compensation
related issues, including job classification and salary surveys would be highly desirable. Experience with
conflict resolution and disciplinary matters, as well as review of administrative decisions, including in the
context of MEU (Management Evaluation Unit) and UNDT (United Nations Dispute Tribunal)
proceedings would be an asset. Experience in working with major ERP applications such as SAP, Oracle
or Peoplesoft, Umoja is highly desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post
advertised, fluency in both English and French (oral and written) is required. Knowledge of other UN
official languages is an advantage.
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Assessment Method
Competency-based interview. A written assessment may be conducted.
United Nations Considerations
Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well
as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of
efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for
international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these
standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed
criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any
capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United
Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
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