Human Resource Manager (Internal Advertisement)

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Head of Support Services, the Human Resources Manager ensures effective delivery of HR services in the South Sudan Operational Centre, ensuring high quality, accuracy and consistency of work. He/she interprets and applies HR policies, rules and regulations, implements internal procedures and provides solutions to a wide spectrum of complex HR issues. The HR Manager promotes a collaborative, client-oriented approach consistent with UNOPS rules and regulations and contributes to the maintenance of high personnel morale. The HR Manager leads personnel of the HR Unit. He/she works in close collaboration with the Programme, Operations and project teams in the South Sudan Operational Hub and UNOPS HQ personnel ensuring successful performance in HR management. The HR Manager is expected to apply theoretical conceptual models, make rudimentary analysis of project parameters in support of greater programme development activities.  The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

Summary of Key Functions

-       Implementation of HR strategies and policies

-       Effective HR management

-       Personnel performance management and career development

-       Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing

Provides support to the implementation of HR strategies and policies focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Full compliance of HR activities with UN rules and regulations, UNOPS policies, procedures and strategies;
• Effective implementation of the internal control, proper design and functioning of the HR management system;
• HR business processes mapping and elaboration/establishment of internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in HR management,
• Control of the workflows in the HR Unit.
• Analysis and elaboration of proposals on the strategic approach to recruitment in the Operational hub,
• Proper use of contractual modalities, forecast of the staffing needs, performance evaluation and career development management.

Provides support to effective human resources management focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Management of actions related to the unit’s human resource activities, e.g., recruitment (including annual recruitment plans), job descriptions, job classification, vacancy announcement, screening of candidates, organization of interview panels, placement, performance appraisal, job classification reviews, separation of staff members, training etc., ensuring consistency in the application of UNOPS rules and procedures.
• Oversight of recruitment of UNOPS project personnel. Information and advice to UNOPS personnel on the conditions of service, duties and responsibilities, and privileges and entitlements under the UN Staff Rules and Regulations.
• Support to management of entitlements and position funding delegated to the HR Unit.
• Development and management of rosters. Information and supports planning of the Operation Hub staffing needs for inclusion in the staffing table.
• Liaison with UNDP and other UN agencies as and when appropriate to ensure consistency with other UN–wide regulations and rules.
• Preparation and/or review of human resources submission requests to HQCPC, in accordance with relevant Procurement/HR guidelines.
• Assistance in the planning and development of the HR components of the office's annual report.

Provides support to proper performance management and career development focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Support to the implementation of the protocol for performance appraisal process, facilitation of the process.
• Support to effective learning management including establishment of the office Learning plan and individual learning plans in collaboration with the Senior Management.
• Provision of effective counseling to personnel on career advancement, development needs, learning possibilities.
• Implementation of strategic staffing policies in line with career development

Provides support to knowledge building and knowledge sharing, focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Organization of training for the operations/ projects personnel on HR-related topics.
• Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.
• Synthesis of lessons learnt and best practices in human resources
• Development of East Africa Hub learning plan in line with office needs in order to ensure personnel is fully acquainted with UNOPS corporate regulations, rules and procedures, and the relevant tools and systems in place

• Master's Degree or equivalent in HR, Business Administration, Public Administration or related field is required. 
• A Bachelor's Degree with additional two years of relevant working experience may also be accepted in lieu of a Masters degree.

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience is required at the national or international level, including experience in providing HR planning, recruitment /advisory services and/or managing personnel
• UNOPS experience is required
• Experience in working with web based systems is an asset

• Knowledge Management and Learning
• Shares knowledge and experience and contributes to practice areas
• Develops deep understanding in HR Management
• Promotes learning environment in the office
• Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more practice areas.
• Acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills

Development and Operational Effectiveness

• Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting
• Ability to lead recruitment, contracts management, performance appraisal, career development management, build teams, maintain high personnel morale
• Strong IT skills
• Ability to lead implementation of new systems (business side), and affect personnel behavioural/attitudinal change

Management and Leadership

• Focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback
• Leads teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
• Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors
• Remains calm, in control even under pressure
• Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities

• Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Work life harmonization - UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands. We have a progressive policy on work-life harmonization and offer several flexible working options. This policy applies to UNOPS personnel on all contract types
• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
• The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.  

It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns.
Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

1. Contract type; International Individual Contractor Agreement 
2. Contract level  I-ICA 2
3. Contract duration; Ongoing ICA – ‘Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

UNOPS is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve sustainable development.

UNOPS areas of expertise cover infrastructure, procurement, project management, financial management and human resources.

Working with us

UNOPS offers short- and long-term work opportunities in diverse and challenging environments across the globe. We are looking for creative, results-focused professionals with skills in a range of disciplines.

Diversity

With over 4,000 UNOPS personnel and approximately 7,000 personnel recruited on behalf of UNOPS partners spread across 80 countries, our workforce represents a wide range of nationalities and cultures. We promote a balanced, diverse workforce — a strength that helps us better understand and address our partners’ needs, and continually strive to improve our gender balance through initiatives and policies that encourage recruitment of qualified female candidates.

Work life harmonization

UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands.