Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located in the Human Resources Policy Section, Strategy and Policy Development Service, Global Strategy and Policy Division, Office of Human Resources (OHR), Department of Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance (DMSPC). The Global Strategy and Policy Division serves as the central strategic authority for all matters pertaining to the management of human resources. It ensures that the Organization has the strategies, policies, frameworks and tools to attract, develop and retain a talented and diverse global workforce. It nurtures a culture of engagement, leadership and results. It provides policy, strategic and thought leadership, innovations and solutions for the end-to-end management of talent: from strategic workforce planning; talent acquisition; organizational and staff development and growth; performance management; including Organization-wide mobility and appropriate duty of care, for all Secretariat staff. The Human Resources Officer reports to the Chief of the Unit, a Human Resources Officer at a higher level, or a Senior Human Resources Officer. ResponsibilitiesGeneral • Provides guidance on interpretation and application of human resources policies, regulations and rules. • Carries out policy research and analysis, and prepares briefings, recommendations and reports. • Participates in task forces and working groups identifying issues/problems and proposing formulation of new policies, guidelines, and procedures. • Keeps abreast of developments in various areas of human resources. • May plan, organize, or coordinate projects and initiatives within the Section. Strategy and Policy Development • Provides support to the formulation of innovative and modern policy in a range of areas including salaries and allowances, as well as conditions of service in field duty stations. • Contributes to the implementation of the Secretary-General's management reform agenda, including areas such as the achievement of gender parity, the provision of duty of care, the development of a family-friendly work place, and enabling a flexible working environment. • Provides substantive and policy support for queries or cases referred from the management of the Office of Human Resources, and from other key stakeholders such as the Business Transformation and Accountability Division and the Department of Operational Support. • Supports the Section's work with inter-governmental bodies through the development of proposals and provision of information and responses. • Contributes to discussions of the meetings of inter-agency bodies and working groups on HR policy issues. • Reviews individual cases to provide strategic policy analysis and advice upon request from senior management or the Department of Operational Support. • Provides ongoing feedback and recommendations for ways to streamline, simplify, consolidate, and abolish or amend those outdated. CompetenciesProfessionalism: Knowledge of human resources policies, practices and procedures and ability to apply them in an organizational setting. Ability to identify issues, formulate opinions, make conclusions and recommendations. Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Creativity: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services. Offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs. Promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas. Takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks \"outside the box.\" Takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things. Is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches. Technological awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology. Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office. Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks. Shows willingness to learn new technology. EducationAn advanced university degree (Master's or Doctorate degree, or equivalent) in human resources management, business or public administration, social sciences, education, law, or a related field is required. A first-level university degree (Bachelor's degree or equivalent) in combination with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceA minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in human resources management, policy development, administration of entitlements and benefits, conditions of service and compensation or related area, is required. Experience in the development of human resources policy for international organizations is required. Experience in the application and interpretation of staff rules and in researching HR related issues in international organizations is required. Experience in the development of HR procedures or working in administrative law in international organizations is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. French is desirable. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult for details).