Human Resources Officer (HR) – UNICEF, Zimbabwe
Human Resources Officer (HR): UNICEF
A challenging and exciting opportunity has arisen within the Human Resources Unit. Under the supervision of the HR Manager, the incumbent will manage all human resource development activities in the large size country office in accordance with the HR work plan, consistent with the Country Programme Management Plan.
Key result areas for this post include
– Enhance staff’s job performance by supporting the identification of training needs, preparation of training proposals and arranging for implementation and evaluation of training
– Advise management and staff on correct interpretation and application of HR policies and procedures pertaining especially to training and development and provide counseling as required
– Serves as the principal technical advisor on training initiatives such as e-learning and distance learning within the country office; evaluates staff training received by staff members to assess the return on investment in training
– Prepares end-year reports (narrative and financial), including evaluation reports on skill development and enhanced knowledge in the organisation through training (individual, group, cross-organisational training)
– Enhance staff’s job performance by supporting the identification of training needs, preparation of training proposals and arranging for implementation and evaluation of training. Provide HR training and support as required in country
– Provide orientation briefing to newly arrived staff. Promote a rational and attainable career management system to meet the office’s current and future needs
– Support the office’s administrative and technical needs for professional officers, general service and temporary staff by implementing and administering effective and speedy recruitment procedures. Ensure organizational targets (geographic distribution, gender, etc.) are met while not compromising on the recruitment and retention of national staff of the highest caliber
– Ensure appropriate and timely actions for performance evaluations. Develop and implement plans, including timetables, for performance reviews, development plans and succession planning; ensures timely notice to staff
– Implement and administer the fair, equitable and systematic General Service staff category classification in compliance with the established standards and procedures as well as the classification principle of equal pay for work of equal value by ensuring all job descriptions are current and duly classified. Make recommendations on the organizational structure of the office and effective utilization of human resources (HR)
– Serve as technical resource and provide administrative support to staff-management bodies such as LLC, CFU, SAP, CRB, JCP, and JCC
– Contribute to the budget preparation and review process through an analysis of staffing pattern and needs of the office. Participate in management meetings affecting HR planning and management.
Qualifications and competencies
– Advanced university degree in social sciences or other relevant disciplines (human resources, training, business administration, international relations, psychology, etc)
– Additional professional training certification an advantage
– Two years of relevant professional work experience
– Experience working in the UN or other international development organization
– Field work experience and background/familiarity with Development and Emergency essential
– Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
Vacancy Notice No.Zim/2013:8
NOA Level (Fixed Term Post)
Based in Harare
To apply
If you have experience of working in a similar capacity, meet the above profile and want to make an active and lasting contribution to build a better world for children, send your application letter and curriculum vitae quoting vacancy notice number to the following address.
HR Manager
(Vacancy Notice: Zim-2013:8)
UNICEF
6 Fairbridge Avenue
P O Box 1250
Belgravia
Harare
Or email: hararevacancies@unicef.org
Application deadline: 30 July 2013
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff. Well-qualified candidates, particularly women are especially encouraged to apply.