CHIEF, HUMAN RESOURCES POLICIES DIVISION, New York City

Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located in the secretariat of the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC). To support the Commission in fulfilling its mandate, the Human Resources Policies Division (HRPD) develops proposals for the establishment, revision, and/or enhancement of human resources management policies in the United Nations common system with particular reference to human resource planning, recruitment, mobility, career and staff development schemes, performance management, work/life balance, job evaluation standards, standards of conduct, gender equity strategies, and promotes consistency in the implementation of these policies by the organizations. The Division is also responsible for the management of field entitlements, such as the hardship and mobility scheme, danger pay and non-family status of duty stations. Reporting to the Executive Secretary, the Chief of Division maintains close contact with stakeholders and partners and directs the development of policies in the areas under his/her responsibility, to ensure that they are relevant to the needs of common system organizations and Member States, and ensures that work assigned to the Division by the Commission is carried forward in an expeditious and professional manner.

ResponsibilitiesWithin delegated authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

• Develops and directs the conduct of studies on the abovementioned aspects of human resources management for the development of system-wide HR policies, standards and procedures in the organizations of the United Nations common system, exploring and adapting best practices from public and private international sectors;
• Manages the mobility/hardship scheme, including periodic studies of its functioning and the underlying methodology, the annual hardship classification of United Nations duty stations, the designation of non-family duty stations, the danger pay system, and the common system rest and recuperation framework;
• Formulates policy recommendations in the relevant functional areas and provides authoritative advice for the Commission and the General Assembly on matters falling within his/her competence;
• Monitors and guides the implementation by organizations of the United Nations common system of the polices recommended and/or approved by the Commission and the General Assembly;
• Directs the development, testing and review of job evaluation and supporting systems, procedures and manuals for organizations of the common system, and advises and trains staff of the organizations in their application; develops and implements the job evaluation segments of remuneration studies;
• Develops and directs the work programme for the Division, and manages staff performance through the encouragement of professional growth and a results-oriented environment.

  CompetenciesProfessionalism: Demonstrated professional expertise in developing innovative human resource management policies and systems and encouraging successful change management environments. Ability to analyze and interpret data; proficient in qualitative and quantitative research methods and analysis to make informed decisions. Ability to adapt to technological changes, including those in HR software and digital tools. 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. 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. Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow. Empowers others to translate vision into results. Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives. Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support. Anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions. Drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo. Shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing. Judgement/decision making: Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly. Gathers relevant information before making a decision. Considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them. Takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization. Proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information. Checks assumptions against facts. Determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision. Makes tough decisions when necessary.

  EducationAdvanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) in human resources, public or business administration, or related field is required. A first-level degree (Bachelor\u2019s degree or equivalent) in the specified fields of studies with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

  Job - Specific QualificationNot available.

  Work ExperienceAt least 15 years of progressively responsible experience in human resources management or the development of human resources policies in the United Nations common system environment, including positions at a senior level is required. Experience in managing staff, leading a team and working in a multicultural environment is required.

  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).