Last Date: April 21, 2011
UNITED NATIONS
NATIONS UNIES
FRAMEWORK CONVENTION ON CLIMATE CHANGE - Secretariat
CONVENTION - CADRE SUR LES CHANGEMENTS CLIMATIQUES - Secrétariat
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Re-advertisement of VA 10/097/AS
administrative services (AS) PROGRAMME
Human Resources Unit
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO: VA 11/021/AS
PUBLICATION/TRANSMISSION DATE: 16 March 2011
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION 21 April 2011
TITLE AND GRADE: Chief, Human Resources, P-5
POST NUMBER: ZRB-2944-P5-002
INDICATIVE NET ANNUAL SALARY: US$ 80,629 to 86,412 (without dependents)
US$ 86,791 to 93,318 (with dependents)
(plus variable post adjustment, currently 53% of net salary) plus other UN benefits and pension fund
DURATION OF APPOINTMENT: One and a half years, with possibility of extension
DUTY STATION: Bonn, Germany
EXPECTED DATE FOR ENTRY ON DUTY As soon as possible
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Background
The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) is the focus of the political process to address Climate Change. The Convention secretariat supports the Convention and its Kyoto Protocol through a range of activities, including substantive and organizational support to meetings of the Parties.
The mandate of the Administrative Services Programme is the overall facilitation, support and guidance to programmes and the secretariat at large in the utilization and management of the human, financial and other resources for the continued implementation of the core work and the mandated activities of the secretariat to ensure efficiency, compliance and appropriate accountability, and the facilitation of cross-cutting common services and functions. Responsibilities include the development, implementation and compliance monitoring of administrative policies and procedures for the UNFCCC secretariat in the areas of finance, budget, human resources, procurement, travel and general services.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Coordinator of the Administrative Services programme, the incumbent: ensures that human resources (HR) initiatives are integrated into the secretariat’s over-all business planning; acts as a catalyst for change to ensure the secretariat is able to meet its business objectives, linking HR management with strategic goals and objectives to improve business performance and develop a work environment that fosters innovation and creativity; and leads the development and implementation of the HR Unit work programme. In particular the incumbent will:
· Develop and implement secretariat HR management strategies, policies and procedures ensuring the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of new initiatives and procedures, (e.g. performance management, HR systems and procedures, job classification, recruitment etc.) which incorporate best practices and lead to strategic HR action plans that reach targets that are historically difficult to achieve (e.g. gender, geographic distribution, etc) and provide optimal support to the secretariat’s operational business needs and priorities;/…
· Lead the Human Resources Unit, manage the work programme and related activities, including recruitment, job classification, administration of entitlements, staff relations, staff counselling, training and development, organizational change and implementation of reform initiatives etc; lead internal process reviews within HR services with a view to streamlining processes and/or automating services to staff; allocate financial and human resources for the completion of outputs and their timely delivery and develop staff performance through encouragement of professional growth and a results-oriented, client service environment.
· Provide guidance and support to management on secretariat HR issues, and on organization design, change management and work-life balance, give substantive input to the preparation of reports for presentation to management and intergovernmental bodies and contribute to reports on budget/programme performance and on programmatic/substantive issues;
· Represent the secretariat at external meetings and maintain networks with senior colleagues in other UN organizations on HR best practices and emerging issues, participate in inter-agency meetings on a variety of issues and meetings, workshops and seminars to keep abreast of emerging HR professional issues.
4. Perform other related duties.
Requirements
· Advanced university degree in human resources, business or public administration, law, social and behavioural sciences, psychology, management or related area. A combination of relevant first degree and extensive experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree. Additional specialized training in employment law, compensation, organizational planning and/or development, employee relations, learning and staff development or related areas is an added advantage.
· A minimum of 10 years progressively responsible experience especially in the areas of human resources planning and management, recruitment, compensation, organizational planning and/or development, staff relations, learning and staff development, staff counselling etc. At least three years proven track record of working with senior managers to initiate and drive changes. Work experience in an international environment, particularly in the United Nations and/ or international organization, is an advantage .
· Fluency in English. Working knowledge of other UN languages an asset.
Evaluation criteria
Professionalism:
· Expert knowledge in the field of work under his/her responsibility.
· Ability to produce high-quality outputs on key technical issues.
· The capacity to review, evaluate and direct the technical work of staff under his/her supervision.
· Ability to identify key strategic issues.
· Tact and negotiating skills.
Commitment to Continuous Learning:
· Extremely proactive in the understanding and promotion of new developments in the appropriate field of work.
Communication:
· Excellent spoken and written communication skills, ability to defend and explain difficult issues with respect to key decisions.
· Proven ability to communicate complex concepts orally.
· Willingness and ability to act as a spokesperson and promoter both internally and externally.
Technological Awareness:
· Good conceptual understanding of technology in the workplace and ability to use relevant software and other applications and equipment relevant to the post.
Teamwork:
· Good interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relations in a multi-cultural organization.
Judgement/Decision-making:
· Excellent judgement and proven decision-making skills.
· The capacity to analyse problems and develop innovative, effective solutions.
· Ability to display initiative, resourcefulness and imagination.
· Ability to harness and direct resources to best effect.
Leadership:
· Proven managerial and leadership skills.
· Ability to integrate professional knowledge together with pragmatic objectives to produce a results-orientated work programme for individuals and teams.
· Proven record of building and managing teams and creating an enabling environment.
· Excellent proven ability to lead, supervise, mentor, develop and encourage good performance.
To apply
Candidates whose qualifications and experience match the requirements for this position, please use the on-line application system available at http://unfccc.int/secretariat/employment/recruitment.
Please note:
1. Qualified women candidates and candidates from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply.
2. Service is limited to the UNFCCC Secretariat.
3. We will confirm receipt of your application. However, only candidates under serious consideration and contacted for an interview will receive notice of the final outcome of the selection process.
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