HR Partnerships Specialist — International Programs

Global Roles; Paris; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UNESCO is seeking an Associate HR Officer (HR Partnerships) to support the implementation and day-to-day management of HR partnerships activities, including sponsored traineeships, JPOs, secondments and loans. You will coordinate recruitment, contract administration, partnership agreements, and ongoing support for sponsored personnel to ensure alignment with policies and a positive employee experience.

Requirements include an advanced degree in HR or related fields and at least two years of

Qualifications

• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in HR, business, public administration, organizational development, law or related fields.
• At least two years of relevant professional experience in HR management, talent acquisition or related areas; international experience preferred.
• Knowledge of UNESCO mandate and demonstrated integrity, diplomacy and discretion.
• Proven coordination, planning and organizational skills with ability to manage priorities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze proposals to support HR partnerships.
• Support administration and deployment of HR partnerships modalities.
• Maintain relationships with donor counterparts and ensure timely communication.
• Coordinate administrative, financial, and contractual processes related to HR partnerships.
• Assist in coordinating recruitment, selection and placement of sponsored personnel.
• Liaise with candidates to provide information and guidance through procedures.
• Contribute to contract administration, extensions and separations.
• Draft and review partnership agreements with external donors and ensure follow-up.
• Collaborate with Learning and Development to identify opportunities aligned with donor objectives.
• Track performance milestones and address development needs with tailored support.

Skills

Human Resources Management

Talent Acquisition

Organisational Development

Recruitment and Staffing

Change Management

Recruitment Strategies

Project Management

Multi-functional Collaboration

Contract Administration

Partnership Management

Coordination and Planning

Report Writing

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Client-focused Approach

Interpersonal Skills

Diplomacy and Political Sensitivity

Confidentiality and Discretion

Multi-cultural Team Collaboration

English Language

French Language

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent

Job description

UNESCO is seeking an Associate HR Officer (HR Partnerships) to support the implementation and day-to-day management of HR partnerships activities, including sponsored traineeships, JPOs, secondments and loans. You will coordinate recruitment, contract administration, partnership agreements, and ongoing support for sponsored personnel to ensure alignment with policies and a positive employee experience.

Requirements include an advanced degree in HR or related fields and at least two years of