Human Resources Consultant (11.5 months, Full- time) , Human Resources Centre- UNICEF Supply Division, Copenhagen (Home-based)

The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.

To respond to the increased demand from countries and partners seeking emergency supplies through UNICEF, there is a need to provide additional staffing surge support

This consultancy will enable Human Resource Centre to fast-track recruitment and provide capacity support in relation to surge recruitments.

Key Tasks

• Business partnering with Centres in Supply Division in the recruitment and monitoring of staff in Supply Division, including conducting recruitment planning meetings with Hiring Managers to discuss recruitment timelines, guidelines and other important aspects before the initiation of any recruitment process.
• Implementing surge recruitment processes for increasing emergencies and OMP recruitment processes including (but not limited to): advertising positions, sourcing candidates, shortlisting, scheduling interviews, attending the interviews and making recommendations, following up on references, facilitating approval processes, feedback sessions and academic verifications, and initial offer letters.
• Support cultural and behavioral changes needed in the organization, in the context of decentralized recruitment, strategic HR partnership approach and the implementation of revised staff selection policy.
• Assist the Supply Community Learning & Development Unit in updating the Supply function Rosters and the mobility exercise for Supply Division Posts.
• Support in analyzing HR data to help inform decision making on HR processes and strategies.
• Any other tasks as requested by the Supervisor of the Consultancy.

Education

Requirements:

A University Degree in human resource management, business management, international relations, psychology or another related field is required.

Experience

Minimum two years of professional experience in human resource management in an international organization and/or large corporation is required, preferably with UNICEF or any other UN organisation.

Language Requirements

Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language or local language of the duty station is considered as an asset.

UNICEF Core Values

• Care
• Respect
• Integrity
• Trust
• Accountability
• Sustainability

Core competencies

• Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness
• Works Collaboratively with others
• Builds and Maintains Partnerships
• Innovates and Embraces Change
• Thinks and Acts Strategically
• Drives to achieve impactful results
• Manages ambiguity and complexity

Qualified Candidates Are Requested To Submit

• Cover letter demonstrating experience and fit for the position
• CV/Resume
• Financial quote at a daily rate in US Dollars including all taxes.
• P11 form (only required if not applying through UNICEF Employment site)
• At least 3 reference contacts from current and previous Supervisors

Note

• Please indicate your availability and daily rate to undertake the terms of reference above. Applications submitted without a daily rate will not be considered. Deadline: 24 July 2022
• Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures, and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws.