Human Resources Specialist (Policy), HR, P4

United Nations; Montreal; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

United Nations in Montreal invites applications for a Human Resources Specialist (Policy), P4, to lead policy development and interpretation within the Human Resources Branch.

The incumbent reviews policies, identifies gaps, proposes changes, and provides expert guidance on ICAO Staff Regulations and HR-related issuances. Independent work aligned with priorities and management directives is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience advising on HR policy and staff regulations.
• Ability to develop, review, and implement HR policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead expert on HR policy issues and policy development.
• Provide guidance on Staff Regulations and rules.

Job description

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Human Resources Specialist (Policy), HR, P4

Job Opening

Job Opening ID: 285891

Job Network : Management and Administration

Job Family : Human Resources

Category and Level : Professional and Higher Categories , P-4

Recruitment Type : Position Specific Job Openings

Job Opening Job Opening ID: 285891 Job Network : Management and Administration Job Family : Human Resources Category and Level : Professional and Higher Categories , P-4
Recruitment Type : Position Specific Job Openings Duty Station : MONTREAL
Department/Office : International Civil Aviation Organization Date Posted : Oct 4, 2026
Deadline : Nov 4, 2026

The post of HR Specialist (Policy) is located in the Human Resources Branch. The incumbent serves as the lead expert on HR policy issues, reviewing existing policies and identifying critical gaps/omissions, making proposals for change according to established best practices, developing new policies, monitoring for compliance/adherence, and providing guidance, advice and interpretation on a wide range of HR policies and procedures. S/he also provides specialist HR policy advice and expertise, as required, to designated business partners on specific, potentially complex cases, and substantive expertise on the formulation, application and interpretation of ICAO Staff Regulations and Staff Rules and other HR-related issuances. S/he also provides risk-based analysis and advises management on the administrative risks/implications associated with HR policies and contractual modalities. S/He carries out the functions of the post under the supervision of the Deputy Director, Human Resources. The incumbent is expected to work independently, in accordance with established priorities and approved work plans, the People strategy and directives, Council decisions and audit recommendations, as well as decisions and instructions by senior management.