- Equity and transparency in the application of Staff Rules/Regulations and Policies;
- Client understanding and confidence in GSSU HR as a credible HR service provider;
- A high quality, timely and accurate service is provided to clients and partners;
- Accurate data management in Atlas for staff and SC holders, as applicable.
- Accurate determination of financial entitlements of personnel transactions;
- Timely processing and approving financial payments to support staff polices and timely release of entitlements;
- Increased efficiency as a result of reduction in recoveries, advances and other exceptional payments;
- Accurate processing of financial entitlements to correct UNDP and third-party funds;
- Accurate validation of payroll results resulting from HR actions.
- Optimal use of staff resources within the Team.
- Team members meet their learning plan and results planning.
- Team members are motivated and empowered to perform their functions.
- Support Team members to meet the goals of the Team and GSSU HR.
- Support on implementation of HR strategy including administration of benefits and entitlements;
- Consistent approach in compliance with Staff Regulations and Rules and Policies;
- Build and sustain client and partner confidence in GSSU HR as an HR service provider;
- HR policies and guidelines relating to Benefits and Entitlements are reviewed and revised as necessary.
- HR knowledge management distribution/ system contains accurate and comprehensive coverage of Benefits and Entitlements matters;
- Conduct training courses on Benefits and Entitlements and support induction to new staff;
- Enable and empower the team through access to GSSU HR knowledge base and by sharing own knowledge;
- Full transparency of the administration of Benefits & Entitlements;
- Continuous learning and development for HR staff by pursuing own development and acquire new knowledge with HR best practices;
- Recommendations for improved and new HR policies and guidelines;
- Optimal efficiency in processing Benefits & Entitlements;
- Streamline payment and entitlement procedures to deliver optimal client service;
- Enhance work efficiency through constant evaluation and analysis of HR processes;
- Reduce costs of GSSU HR operations and related costs to clients and partners;
- Reduced unnecessary paperwork and administrative processes.
- Ability to make new and useful ideas work
- Ability to persuade others to follow
- Ability to improve performance and satisfaction
- Ability to listen, adapt, persuade and transform
- Ability to get things done while exercising good judgement
- Knowledge of HR management issues and principles and the ability to apply them to strategic and/or practical solutions
- Ability to plan, direct, coordinate and implement compensation and benefit plans for the Organization
- Ability to organize, record, and manage employee interactions with HR including but not limited to terminations, separations, visa management, vacancy management, HR crises
- Ability to motivate and inspires internal resources
- Knowledge of enterprise learning and development issues, concepts, and principles, and ability to apply them to enhance the fulfillment and performance of employees
- Accurately accumulating information and its analysis; forecasting potential problems and planning; allowing for alternative, creative solutions and identifying most reasonable solutions
- Ability to manage and coordinate campaigns and people with inspiration. Believe in and promote diversity in the workplace and reshaping the workforce to meet need.
- Ability to capture, develop, share and effectively use information and knowledge.
- Secondary Education with at least seven (7) years relevant experience, or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business or Public Administration with relevant experience of at least four (4) years;
- Specialized certification in HR is highly desirable.
- Minimum 4-7 years of relevant HR experience is required at the national or international level, including some experience specifically in the area of HR transactions, benefits and entitlements administration;
- Familiarity with interpretation and application of UN/UNDP policies, rules and regulations is highly desirable;
- Experience in the usage of computers and MS Office packages (MS Word, Excel etc.). Demonstrated knowledge of integrated HR management systems would be an asset.
- Fluency in English.
- Working knowledge of other UN language (French/Spanish/Arabic) desirable.
- Familiarity with HR module in Oracle-based Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) system is desirable.
Important applicant information
All posts in the GS categories are subject to local recruitment.
Priority may be given to Danish nationals and holders of relevant Danish residence permit.
Applicant information about UNDP rosters
Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
Workforce diversity
UNDP is committed to achieving diversity within its workforce, and encourages all qualified applicants, irrespective of gender, nationality, disabilities, sexual orientation, culture, religious and ethnic backgrounds to apply. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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Contract Duration: 1 Year with possibility for extension