FAO recruits 01 Human Resources Associate

Job Description

CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST – VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: 2001279

Human Resources Associate

Closure Date: 26/Jun/2020, 9:59:00 PM

Organizational Unit: RNE

Job Type: Staff position

Type of Requisition: General Service

Grade Level: G-6

Primary Location: Egypt-Cairo

Duration: Fixed term: one year with possibility of extension

Post Number: 0603147

 Staff in the General Service category are recruited locally from the Primary Location area, which is where the office is located

FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender and nationality

People with disabilities are protected from any type of discrimination during any stage of employment, including the recruitment phase

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality

Organizational Setting

 The Regional Office for RNE is responsible for leading FAO’s response to regional priorities for food security, agriculture and rural development through the identification, planning and implementation of FAO’s priority activities in the region. It ensures a multidisciplinary approach to programmes, identifies priority areas of action for the Organization in the Region and, in collaboration with departments and divisions at Headquarters, develops, promotes and oversees FAO’s strategic response to regional priorities. RNE also advises on the incorporation of regional priorities into the Organization’s Programme of Work and Budget and implements approved programmes and projects in the region, monitors the level of programme implementation and draws attention to problems and deficiencies. RNE develops and maintains relations with region-wide institutions including the Regional Economic Integration Organizations (REIOs). The Regional Office supports regional policy dialogue on food security, agriculture and rural development issues, facilitates the emergence of regional partnerships, and supports capacity development and resource mobilization for food security, agriculture and rural development in the region.

 Main Purpose

 The Human Resources Associate undertakes high level and specialized human resources support activities. He /she coordinates the human resources support work of the unit and ensures quality, transparency and consistency of functions and processes. The job role requires in-depth knowledge and interpretation of human resources policies, procedures and practices. The incumbent provides procedural guidance to managers and staff in and outside the work unit.

 Supervision Received/Exercised

The Human Resources Associate reports to the Regional HR officer. Work is performed autonomously, showing a high degree of initiative, judgment, and liability. Supervision received is focused on facilitating service delivery and on meeting client requirements. The incumbent effectively organizes and supervises other human resources support staff and provides relevant guidance and training.

 Working Relationships

 The Human Resources Associate maintains a wide range of contacts with managers and staff within and outside the organization. He/ she works closely with colleagues at a senior level in the human resources team in the handling of specialized processes and the provision of experienced human resources support.

 Key Functions/Results

 Provide and coordinate the delivery of comprehensive human resources support services; ensure compliance with relevant policies and regulations as well as transparency and consistency of transactions and procedures;

Coordinate a wide range of personnel actions including appointments, extensions, transfers, etc.; process requests and provide advice on entitlements; review, maintain and update confidential personnel information records and files in the area of responsibility;

Provide briefing and debriefing to staff members including answering queries on benefits and entitlements and personnel-related procedures;

Handle non-routine and complex cases; undertake research and analysis of entitlements and employment conditions and draft correspondence for Human Resources Officers’;

Coordinate support to the recruitment process of all categories of staff and non-staff including advising managers on the preparation of vacancy announcements; coordinate interview arrangements with departments and applicants and prepare offers/terms of employment;

Provide assistance to managers in the preparation of job profiles; provide advice on proposed changes to post functions; collect background information on post management and update organization charts and staffing tables;

Research, compile and analyze information and statistics related to posts and staff; prepare briefs, reports or topical papers on trends and support management in control of the staffing function; monitor and verify post management records;

Assist in drafting of human resources policy papers and in the development and delivery of a range of staff development and training programs;

Supervise, train and provide guidance to other human resources support staff in the work unit;

Recommend improvements to human resources systems and processes;

Perform other duties as required.

Impact Of Work

 The incumbent’s work affects the efficiency, effectiveness, accuracy and timeliness of the human resources services provided by the work unit. He/she plays a lead role in the coordination and provision of the human resources support services for the successful achievement of the Office’s mandate.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

Education: Secondary School Education

Experience: Five years of relevant experience in administrative and human resources support work

Languages: Working knowledge (Level C) of English, French or Spanish and limited knowledge (Level B) of one of the other official FAO languages

IT Skills: Very good knowledge of the MS Office applications, Internet and office technology equipment

 Competencies

Results Focus

Teamwork

Communication

Building Effective Relationships

Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical Skills

Thorough knowledge of the essential elements of human resources activities and transactions, including corporate policies, rules and procedures

Thorough knowledge of relevant corporate computerized administrative systems

Thorough knowledge of the communication and documentation standards

Desirable Qualifications And Skills

Working knowledge (Level C) of Arabic

Assessment

 Evaluation of qualified applicants may include an assessment exercise and a technical / competency-based interview.

FAO staff are expected to adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO,

Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing)

• Please note that FAO will only consider academic credentials or degrees obtained from an educational institution recognized in the IAU/UNESCO list

• The length of the appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to extension of appointments

• Selected candidates need to reside within commuting distance from the FAO office. « Commuting distance » means the distance within which staff members can travel daily between their place of work and their residence.

• No international benefits will be payable as selected candidates are recruited locally and paid in the local currency of the office location

• Other similar positions may be filled from this vacancy notice

• For additional information visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/

REMUNERATION

A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, click on the following link: http://www.un.org/Depts/OHRM/salaries_allowances/salary.htm

 HOW TO APPLY

• To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. Once completed, please apply and submit your application, with language certificates as attachments. Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations (LPE, ILE, LRT) will be accepted as proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online applications. FAO reserves the right to request candidates to undertake a language test in the future, as appropriate

• Incomplete applications will not be considered

• Only applications received through the recruitment portal will be considered

• If you need assistance please contact: Careers@fao.org

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