Human Resources Associate, G6, HQA, (JO# 222534)

Org. Setting and Reporting
UNRWA, the largest United Nations operation in the Middle East with over 30,000 staff
working across five areas of operation, is looking for highly committed personnel wishing to
make a change.
If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference for one of the
most vulnerable communities in the world, UNRWA would like to hear from you.
This is an exciting internationally recruited opportunity to be involved in a full range of
UNRWA’s Human Resources functions as well as in cross-sectoral projects. You may be
entitled to a range of international benefits and allowances, such as dependency allowances,
education grant and home leave.
The Human Resources Associate reports to the Director, HR and be based in Director HR’s
Office. The incumbent will take up different assignments and support HR and corporate
projects depending on the priorities of the Human Resources Department and UNRWA. The
incumbent may also be re-deployed temporarily or part-time to support the Executive Office
for special events or during periods of peak-work.
Responsibilities
Supports the implementation of special HR and corporate projects.
– Provides administrative support and assistance for special and cross-cutting projects,
including preparation of materials and organization of meetings. Conducts research and
synthesizes information related to topical and priority areas and projects. Supports the
collection and collation of information and inputs for audits, evaluations, and requests from
internal and external stakeholders. Maintains and updates tracking and monitoring tables and
other project and task management tools In close collaboration with the team in the Office of
DHR, monitors action points and liaises with stakeholders to support the effective functioning
of the HR Department.
Provides support to HR operational services.
– Assists in the provision of HR services for full life cycles of personnel through effective
administration of human resources Supports the implementation of end-to-end recruitment
processes, including facilitating submissions to the Advisory Committee on Human
Resources.
Supports in processing of a wide range of personnel actions and entitlement and benefits in
accordance with rules and regulations.
Provides support to organizational design and job classification:
– Participates in and. monitors life cycle of job classification requests to facilitate recruitment
and organization planning. Researches , analyses and compiles information and statistics
related to posts and staff for reports on staffing trends and to facilitate preparation of
workforce planning reports. Prepares various documentation related to job classification.
Support staff learning, development and well-being:
– Conducts research, analysis and data gathering to help identify training needs and develop
learning plans and other targeted training and career interventions for UNRWA. Assists in
organizing and conducting training courses, workshops and events which aim to build
capacity of stakeholders.
Facilitates knowledge building and knowledge sharing:
– Supports and conducts trainings, information sessions and clinics on human resources
matters, including on- and offboarding Contributes to the internal information channels for
HR, including intranet sites, and other communication tools. Keeps abreast of trends, lessons
learnt and best practices in HR, and synthesizes and proactively shares knowledge.
Contributes to knowledge networks and communities of practice.
Competencies
UN Core Values of Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity, and Core
Competencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by
default.
i. Planning and Organizing
ii. Following Instructions and Procedures
iii. Coping with Pressure and Setbacks
iv. Relating and Networking
v. Demonstrated excellent computer skills, good knowledge of databases. spreadsheets, ERP
system and other applications used by the Agency.
vi. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
vii. Excellent costumer orientation and empathy.
For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews: https://careers.un.
org/lbw/home.aspx?viewtype=AYI
Education
– Successful completion of full secondary education.
– Two-year post-secondary diploma in human resources management, Business
Administration or related subject.
Job Specific Qualifications
Two-year post-secondary diploma in human resources management, Business Administration
or related subject is required.
Work Experience
At least six years of relevant experience in human resources management or related
administrative duties is required.
Unless already serving as an international staff member in the UN Common System, at least
two continuous years of relevant international experience should be outside UNRWA, and
outside the country(s) of citizenship is required.
Knowledge of UNRWA’s Staff Rules and Regulation is desirable.
Bachelor’s’ degree in Human Resources Management is desirable.
Very good command of Arabic language is desirable.
Languages
Very good command of spoken and written English.
Very good command of Arabic language is desirable
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be
followed by competency-based interview.
Special Notice
Type of Contract and duration: 2 years, with the possibility of further extension.
Applicants have to complete the Personal History Profile (PHP) in Inspira in order to be
considered. The PHP should be completed with full relevant work experience as per the
requirements in the Job Opening, in order to be considered.
UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities.
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be plastic free by 2025.
A roster may be created from the selection exercise, and successful candidates may become
eligible for an appointment to the same post or a similar post.
NB: work experience alone or formal qualifications with no relevant work experience are not
considered an acceptable combination.
UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions from UN member states,
regional bodies, business foundations and individual contributions. The mission of UNRWA
is to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human development under the
difficult circumstances in which they live.
For more details on UNRWA, please visit: https://www.unrwa.org/
United Nations Considerations
Staff members are subject to the authority of the Commissioner-General of UNRWA and to
assignment by him or her.
UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current
UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified applicants from
under-represented groups.
At UNRWA, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the
necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due
regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of
qualifications and organizational needs. UNRWA is committed to creating a diverse and
inclusive environment of mutual respect. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with
disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when
requested and indicated in the application.
UNRWA Considerations
UNRWA staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of efficiency, competence,
neutrality, impartiality and integrity. This includes respect for and commitment to human
rights, diversity and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. Only persons who
fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs.
Candidates will not be considered for employment with UNRWA if they have committed
violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law,
sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to
believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. Candidates who
have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for
employment. The Agency may disqualify applicants who have separated for reason of
misconduct, who left a UN Agency while misconduct processes were pending, or who appear
on the UN Sanctions List.
UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment
platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the
Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side
of the inspira account-holder homepage.
The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in
the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable
internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations,
resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative
issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information
pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in
inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion,
revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates
under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the
information provided in the application.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time)
on the deadline date.