Senior HR Specialist, Global Programs & HR Operations

IOM - UN Migration; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

IOM - UN Migration in Manila seeks a Senior Human Resources Associate to support HR services for Global MHD and RHAPC. You will coordinate recruitment, onboarding, personnel administration, leave tracking, performance support and HR reporting in line with IOM policies.

Collaboration with HQ, RO, and internal stakeholders is essential. The role requires handling HR processes, data accuracy, and documentation, while guiding staff on policy matters and maintaining HR systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or related field with four years of relevant professional experience.
• High School diploma with six years of relevant experience.
• Experience in recruitment, personnel administration, contract management, and HR service delivery.
• Experience interpreting and applying HR policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Experience working with HR information systems and preparing HR reports and related documentation.
• Experience providing HR guidance and support to managers and staff; prior work with international humanitarian organizations is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Participate in evaluation of staffing needs and assist in recruitment coordination, including posting vacancy notices and shortlisting.
• Coordinate pre-employment activities such as onboarding documentation and medical clearances.
• Maintain data in HR systems, verify eligibility for allowances, and generate HR reports.
• Monitor attendance, leave administration, and related reporting.
• Assist with personnel actions including separations, promotions, and disciplinary processes.
• Prepare routine correspondence, maintain HR archives, and support staff development activities.

Skills

HR policies

HR guidance

Microsoft Office

HR information systems

Analytical skills

Multicultural teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business

High School diploma with 6 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS

Job description

IOM - UN Migration in Manila seeks a Senior Human Resources Associate to support HR services for Global MHD and RHAPC. You will coordinate recruitment, onboarding, personnel administration, leave tracking, performance support and HR reporting in line with IOM policies.

Collaboration with HQ, RO, and internal stakeholders is essential. The role requires handling HR processes, data accuracy, and documentation, while guiding staff on policy matters and maintaining HR systems.