Senior Human Resources Associate FT GS-7 – Nicaragua

WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunities for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply regardless of race, color, national origin, ethnic or social origin, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.

ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organisation. It saves lives in emergencies and uses food aid to create a path to peace, stability and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impacts of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do. The vision for the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled and high-performing teams, selected on the basis of merit, working in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP’s values ​​of integrity, collaboration, commitment, humanity and inclusion, and working with partners to save and transform the lives of the people WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP?

• WFP is the winner of the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize.
• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse and multicultural working environment.
• WFP invests in the personal and professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentoring and other programmes, as well as through internal mobility opportunities.
• A career with WFP offers an exciting opportunity to work in a variety of national, regional and international offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people around the world.
• We offer an attractive compensation package (see the General terms and conditions (see the ‘vacancy’ section in this vacancy).

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

These positions are located in Country Offices (COs), Regional Bureaux (RBs) and Headquarters (HQ). Position holders report to a HR Officer. At this level, position holders have independent responsibility for technical, specialist work including planning, organising and co-ordinating, and objective setting. They deal with a variety of complex issues which are often undefined and involve areas of uncertainty and complex interrelationships. The instructions received are broad and position holders are expected to consistently demonstrate a high degree of responsibility and initiative to respond independently to queries. Position holders have a level of expertise and knowledge to adapt and develop systems and processes to continually improve the level of support provided. They are expected to motivate and develop a team of support staff and/or be responsible for specialist support service(s) where the work is carried out using specially designed techniques, methods and processes.

This position is based in Managua, Nicaragua and reports to the Country Director.

THE ROLE

Coordinating and delivering a full range of HR support services to ensure accurate implementation of WFP policies and procedures and to facilitate the effective functioning of client-facing and strategic HR services.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive):

1. Coordinate and deliver a full range of HR management support and activities, including follow-up actions, problem resolution and contingency management, to ensure the consistency and quality of HR services delivered to clients.
2. Coordinate and supervise the work of other HR personnel and support their learning and development to ensure that personnel have up-to-date knowledge of the HR systems and procedures needed to perform their duties and can subsequently contribute to the delivery of effective HR services.
3. Regularly monitor and adapt existing HR procedures and collaborate with a broad range of HR stakeholders within the organization to identify, assess and meet changing HR support needs.
4. Analyze and respond to a variety of complex internal and external queries to ensure that clients are well informed and that the HR team’s activities are aligned with WFP’s broader objectives.
5. Analyze and interpret various data on recruitment and selection of personnel, contract terms, rights, performance and training requirements, workforce, etc. Provide managers with advice and recommendations, along with comprehensive analysis and reports for informed decision-making.
6. Support and deliver a range of HR services assigned by the Professional Officer in accordance with relevant policies, procedures and processes.
7. Oversee and support the implementation of onboarding activities for new staff joining WFP, to ensure that relevant processes are followed and the terms of the Conditions of Service are explained and understood.
8. Review and/or prepare a wide range of complex HR documentation to ensure accuracy and meet established deadlines.
9. Monitor HR management systems to ensure accuracy of HR data and compliance with established deadlines.
10. Oversee the management of confidential personnel files, HR databases and archives to ensure that data and files are stored accurately and updated in accordance with established standards.
11. Monitor staff deployment and perform related administrative tasks, including the preparation of comprehensive reports, to support an efficient HR service, enabling WFP to respond promptly to a crisis.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Education: Completion of secondary education. A post-secondary certificate in the relevant functional area.

Experience: At least seven years of work experience with increasing responsibility in the relevant business sector, with experience in general administrative work.

Knowledge and skills:

• Has gained extensive experience with WFP HR Services operational standards through day-to-day work.
• Experience providing administrative and systems support across a range of employment lifecycle activities including recruitment, interviewing, training support, performance management, relocation support and policy implementation within a national office.

Language: Depending on the location of the position or area of ​​responsibility, fluency (level C) or intermediate knowledge (level B) of another official language may be required.

General Service (Field): Communicate fluently orally and in writing in the UN language spoken at the duty station and in the language of the duty station, if different.

GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Number of openings: 1

Based in: Managua, Nicaragua

Contract type: Fixed term (FT)

Level: General Service (GS) 7.

Duration: 12 months.

This position is only open to Nicaraguan citizens or residents with a permanent work permit. You can consult the UN Salary Scale for Nicaragua page for reference ( UN – Salary Scale ).

Temporary appointments are for a continuous period of at least one year and have a fixed end date.

Initial appointment is subject to a one-year probationary period. Successful candidates will be rostered for two (2) years.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

The WFP Leadership Framework provides guidance on the shared standards of conduct that define HOW we work together to achieve our mission.

Click here to access the WFP Leadership Framework

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion. Our recruitment process is designed to be inclusive, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds, celebrating diversity and ensuring a respectful environment for all. We strive to provide an accessible and fair recruitment journey. Should you require reasonable accommodation or have any accessibility concerns, please contact us confidentially at [email protected]. Our DEI team is here to ensure you are a full participant in our recruitment process.

NO COMPENSATION DISCLAIMER

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REMINDERS BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION

• We strongly recommend that you make your profile accurate and complete, including your employment history, academic qualifications, language skills and UN grade (if applicable).
• Once your profile is complete, you can log in and submit your application.
• Make sure to upload your professional CV in English
• Please note that the only documents you need to submit at this time are your CV and motivation letter.
• Additional documents such as passport, letters of recommendation, academic certificates, etc. may be requested in the future
• Please contact us at [email protected] if you experience any difficulties submitting your application.
• Only selected candidates will be notified

All employment decisions are based on organizational needs, job requirements, merit and individual qualifications. WFP strives to provide an inclusive work environment free from sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, all forms of harassment, sexual harassment and abuse of power. Therefore, all selected candidates undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any form of contract shall be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), the International Commission on the Civil Service (ICSC), the FAO Finance Committee, the WFP External Auditor, the WFP Audit Board, the Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, either during their employment or within three years of termination of such employment.