HR Analyst, NOB, Division of Human Resources, Johannesburg, South Africa

• HR Analyst, NOB, Division of Human Resources, Johannesburg, South Africa

HR Analyst, NOB, Division of Human Resources, Johannesburg, South Africa

• Level: NOB
• Contract type: Fixed Term Appointment
• Duty station: Johannesburg

The Position:

As a member of the Client Services & Outreach Branch serving the Regional and Country Offices, you will be coordinating/administering the recruitment of locally recruited staff and supporting the HR Business Partner (HRBP) in delivering high-quality HR services and programs to clients in the Regional Office and in Country Offices. You will report to the HR Business Partner.

How you can make a difference:

UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA’s strategic plan (2022-2025) reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States, organizations, and individuals to “build forward better,” while addressing the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on women’s and girls’ access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights.

Job Purpose:

The HR Analyst, Client Services will be responsible for coordinating/administering the recruitment of staff in the region and for supporting the Regional HR Team in the delivery and flawless execution of HR services and programs to field-based managers and staff focusing on HR analytics, metrics, and HR systems.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

You would be responsible for:

1. Coordinating the execution of the full employment lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, career development to exit management processes for all staff recruited in the region.
2. Coordinate the recruitment aspects of the staff planning process: evaluating structure, job design, and recruitment projections throughout the region.
3. Monitor and update recruitment plans on behalf of the HRBP and the HR Specialist, as required.
4. Participate in operating meetings with the clients (region and COs) when possible to gain an understanding of the operating environment and business needs.
5. Coordinate/administer all aspects of recruitment delivery, striving to minimize time to fill vacancies and continuously seeking opportunities to improve processes and communications to client managers and candidates.
6. Maintain the integrity and objectivity of the HR processes ensuring compliance with UNFPA’s HR policies and recruitment objectives.
7. Support the Regional HR team with recruitment drives and work closely with the HR Adviser, Talent Acquisition, to support any corporate batch hiring processes.
8. Coordinate the work required for the appointment and exit processes.
9. Assemble learning materials related to onboarding, including workshops, manuals, employee handbooks, etc.
10. Reporting to the HRBP, act as the focal point for key HR processes in the region.
11. Train non-HR staff involved in recruitment in Country Offices, such as HR Focal points and OMs, on relevant policies and recruitment processes and support them with timely advice as needed.
12. Assist with contracting of recruitment agencies, as needed, and assume responsibility for overall adherence to both procurement and financial reporting requirements in the team.
13. Ensure service levels with external suppliers are tracked for continuous improvement.
14. Contribute to the tracking and monitoring of HR metrics to measure the effectiveness of core HR activities.

Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

Advanced university degree in human resources, business administration, public administration, or related discipline.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Two years of relevant work experience in human resources with focus on recruitment and/or HR client services;
• Knowledge of HR policies and their application in the employment lifecycle;
• Ability to understand the HR service needs of the business units;
• Proficiency with recruitment and HR systems/software applications;
• Strong analytical skills and mastery of current office software;
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced work environment;
• Excellent communication skills, including experience in drafting reports and preparing presentations;
• Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information;
• Proven ability to work with senior management and to work in project teams;
• Strong collaboration and team skills.

Languages:

Fluency in English is required; knowledge of other official UN languages, preferably French and/or Spanish, is desirable.

Values:

• Exemplifying integrity,
• Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system,

Core Competencies:

• Achieving results,
• Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,
• Thinking analytically and strategically,
• Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,
• Demonstrating ability to prioritize/organize large work volumes in the face of conflicting priorities;
• Balancing client needs with organizational values, policies, and practices;
• Demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, sound judgement, and ability to work effectively with client managers and candidates;
• Demonstrating knowledge of sourcing techniques and labor market research.

Compensation and Benefits:

This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity, and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply.

Disclaimer:

Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance, and other administrative requirements.

UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing, or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.

Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.

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