Human Resources Officer (Policy), Rome, Italy
Organization: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Country: Italy
City: Rome
Office: FAO Rome
Closing date: Monday, 2 May 2022
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Human Resources Officer (Policy)
Job Posting: 11/Apr/2022
Closure Date: 02/May/2022, 9:59:00 PM
Organizational Unit : CSHP
Job Type: Staff position
Type of Requisition : Professional
Grade Level : P-4
Primary Location: Italy-Rome
Duration : Fixed-term: 2 years with possibility of extension
Post Number : 0037206
CCOG Code : 1A06
FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture
Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO’s values
FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination
All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization.
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life, leaving no one behind.
Organizational Setting FAO’s Human Resources Division (CSH) provides human resources (HR) strategies, policies, tools, guidance and oversight to FAO clients worldwide to ensure that the Organization attracts, develops and retains a diverse, skilled and highly motivated workforce, delivering on the mandate of the Organization. Over the next years, CSH will focus on developing and implementing a people centered strategy, and on positioning HR as a strategic partner and a streamlined function. The Human Resources Division is composed of two main clusters, (i) the Integrated Talent Management providing advice and managing position management, recruitment, mobility, staff development/training, performance management and social security, and (ii) the HR Strategy and Policy, providing HR strategic guidance, policy and oversight. The position is located in the HR Strategy and Policy Branch of the Human Resources Division at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy.
Reporting Lines The Human Resources Officer (Policy) reports to the Chief, Human Resources Strategy and Policy Branch.
Technical Focus Provide guidance and advice on HR policy and procedures.
Key Results Comprehensive HR expertise for the planning and delivery of multi-disciplinary HR programmes, products and services and development of related policies and specialized tools and systems.
Key Functions
Leads projects and/or work teams, leads and/or participates in Divisional teams, provides secretariat services and/or professional HR expertise on Organization-wide HR committees and working groups and represents FAO at inter-agency meetings;
Plans and delivers HR programmes, products and services including related policies, systems and tools to facilitate the effective recruitment, management, development and retirement of the FAO workforce;
Analyses HR requirements, information, data, statistics, relativities, trends, problems, and/or issues to support service delivery, new HR initiatives, and the preparation of plans, strategies, reports, policies and/or other products;
Provides specialist HR advice and expertise to designated business partners on specific or complex cases, staff requirements, policy interpretation issues, labor relations issues and/or best practices, etc.;
Manages special projects and provides guidance to consultants for the development and implementation of new HR products, tools, and systems;
Develops information, training materials and products to increase understanding of HR programmes, services and policies, promote capacity development and facilitate the introduction of changes across the Organization;
Provides information and assistance to management and staff to resolve problems and/or reach agreement on complex issues;
Develops relevant performance criteria and indicators to evaluate HR programmes, products and services.
Specific Functions
Provides guidance and advice on a wide range of complex policy matters including on the interpretation and application of FAO’s Staff Regulations and Rules, and the Personnel Chapter of the FAO Administrative Manual, as well as polices;
Conducts extensive research and analysis of human resources policies, including liaising at the inter-agency level, for innovative and modern proposals for new HR policies/revisions to existing policies that represent best practice;
Drafts and circulates policy papers and proposals on modifications to Staff Regulations and Rules, the FAO Administrative Manual and existing policies with a view to streamlining, simplifying and removing outdated/obsolete rules/issuances and ensuring that the HR policy framework is up-to-date and meets the needs of the Organization. Based on consultations with stakeholders, finalizes submissions to management for approval;
Prepares briefs and reports on human resources matters as required, including submissions to FAO governing bodies, the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), the UN System Chief Executives Board for Coordination (CEB), the High-Level Committee on Management (HLCM), etc.;
Coordinates responses to inquiries from international organizations, including the ICSC, the HR Network (HRN), and the HR Network Standing Committee on Field Duty Stations (The Field Group), regarding FAO rules and practices;
Reviews and analyses documentation for inter-agency meetings, and prepares FAO’s position on items under consideration;
Represents FAO, where appropriate, in inter-agency meetings, committees and working groups and serves on various internal committees, ad hoc working groups, and task forces as required;
Performs other related duties as required.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
Advanced university degree in human resources, management, business administration, public administration, law, organizational development, industrial psychology or a related field.
Seven years of relevant experience in human resources management and administration, including experience in policy development and application, of which some years should be in an international setting.
Working knowledge (proficient - level C) of English and limited knowledge (intermediate - level B) of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish).
Competencies
Results Focus
Teamwork
Communication
Building Effective Relationships
Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
Work experience in more than one location or area of work.
Extent and relevance of experience in development and implementation of human resources policies, procedures and guidelines.
Demonstrated ability to draft complex and detailed policy documents and clear concise reports or rationale for human resources decision, tailored to different audiences. .
Relevant experience within the UN system would be highly desirable.
Sound theoretical understanding of HR concepts and principles with a broad knowledge of best practices, techniques and processes. Knowledge and understanding of the legal processes of the UN common system (including the tribunals) and/or International organizations would be an asset.
Good knowledge of the conditions of service for International civil servants as regulated by the ICSC is highly desirable.
Familiarity with automated human resources management systems.
FAO staff are expected to adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Extension of fixed term appointments is based on certification of performance and availability of funds
FAO reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required. Vaccination status will be verified as part of the medical clearance process
CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, click on the following link: http://www.un.org/Depts/OHRM/salaries allowances/salary.htm Other benefits, subject to eligibility, include:
Dependency allowances
Rental subsidy
Education grant for children
Home leave travel
30 working days of annual leave per year
Pension fund entitlements under the UN Joint Staff Pension Fund
International health insurance; optional life insurance
Disability protection
FAO encourages a positive workplace culture to increase inclusivity and diversity within its workforce. FAO applies measures in which all staff members contribute equally and in full to the work and development of the Organization. This includes:
elements of family-friendly policies
flexible working arrangements
standards of conduct.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile
Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application
Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/
Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications
Incomplete applications will not be considered
Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAO’s behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications, assessment tests, background checks and other related services. You will be asked to provide your consent before submitting your application. You may withdraw consent at any time, by withdrawing your application, in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application
Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered
Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile
We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.
If you need help, or have queries, please contact: Careers@fao.org
Link to the organization’s job posting: https://unjobs.org/vacancies/1649784093411
