Human Resources Officer (Partner Manager)

UN Secretariat; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

UN Secretariat in New York seeks a Human Resources Officer to develop and implement recruitment and rostering policies, overseeing the staff selection rosters and candidate assessments. The role also manages the Young Professionals Programme and competitive language examinations, aligning with HR policies and organizational priorities.

With a minimum of seven years in HR management, recruitment, or administration, you will analyze HR data, build partnerships with international stakeholders, and

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in HR, public administration, social sciences, psychology, education, or law.
• First-level degree with two extra years of qualifying experience may substitute.
• Experience in HR data analysis and online recruitment platforms is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR policies for recruitment and rostering.
• Oversee creation and management of staff selection rosters and job openings.
• Review applications, shortlist candidates, and conduct suitability assessments and interviews.
• Administer Young Professionals Programme and language examinations.
• Analyze staff development plans and deliver training programs.
• Coordinate roster-building partnerships and ensure policy compliance.
• Supervise junior HR officers and support efficiency initiatives.

Skills

HR policies

Data analysis

Talent acquisition

Training delivery

Planning and organizing

Client orientation

Performance management

Education

Master's degree in HR/related field

Bachelor’s degree + 2 years experience substitute

Job description

Organizational context

The Global Rostering Section (GRS) within the UN Secretariat's Department of Operational Support manages staff selection rosters for rapid candidate deployment. This Human Resources Officer role, situated in the Human Resources Services Division, reports to the Chief of the Global Rostering Section, contributing to efficient talent management.

Job purpose

The Human Resources Officer plays a crucial role in developing and implementing recruitment and rostering policies, leveraging innovation and best practices to meet organizational needs. This involves overseeing the entire rostering process, from preparing generic job openings and assessing candidates to managing the Young Professionals Programme and competitive examinations. The role ensures adherence to HR policies, contributes to system-wide priorities like gender parity and diversity, and supports staff development initiatives. By analyzing roster data and collaborating with stakeholders, the officer ensures the efficient and effective identification and selection of qualified candidates, contributing to the UN Secretariat's operational effectiveness and talent pipeline.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the development and implementation of HR policies for recruitment and rostering, ensuring best practices and innovation. Oversee the creation and management of staff selection rosters, including preparing job openings, reviewing applications, and shortlisting candidates. Guide and manage suitability assessment exercises and conduct interviews for rostering. Administer the Young Professionals Programme and competitive language examinations. Analyze staff development plans and deliver training programs. Build capacity of roster-building partners and ensure compliance with policies. Supervise junior HR officers, conduct research for policy papers, and contribute to efficiency initiatives through technology and new methodologies. Coordinate HR action plans for organizational priorities such as gender parity and diversity.

Education

An advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in human resources, business/public administration, social sciences, psychology, education, or law is required. A first-level university degree with two additional years of qualifying experience may substitute.

Work experience

A minimum of seven years of experience in human resources management, recruitment, or administration is required. Experience in analyzing HR data, using online recruitment platforms, and developing partnerships with diverse international stakeholders is also necessary.

Skills

Professionalism in HR policies and practices, data analysis, talent acquisition coordination, training delivery, planning and organizing, client orientation, and performance management.

Required languages

English, French

Desired languages