HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER

Job Description - Human Resources Officer (2403389) Job Posting Date: 05/Nov/2024 Closure Date 26/Nov/2024, 10:59:00 PM Organizational Unit: CSH Job Type Staff position Type of Requisition: Professional Primary Location Italy-Rome Duration: Fixed-term: two years with possibility of extension Post Number: 2002544 CCOG Code: 1A06 IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device. 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. Organizational Setting FAO's Human Resources Division (CSH) provides 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. The position is located in the Recruitment Branch (CSHR) of the Human Resources Division (CSH) at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy. Reporting Lines The Human Resources Officer reports to the Human Resources Officer (Outreach), under the overall guidance of the Director, HR Division. Technical Focus Management of secondment programmes such as the non-UN secondment programme (experts on loan) as well as the UN secondment programme (inter-agency secondments, transfers and loans). Key Functions Plans and delivers services in designated human resource field(s). Provides advice, policy interpretations and options on how to proceed for the programmes and processes under the responsibility. Researches and analyses requirements, information, data, statistics and/or trends for the preparation of plans, strategies, reports, policies and/or other products. Collaborates in the development of information/training materials and products to increase understanding of HR services and policies. Researches and provides information to management and staff to resolve problems and/or reach agreement on various issues. CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING Advanced university degree in human resources management, social sciences, economics, business, public administration, computer science, organizational development, industrial psychology, law or a related field. Five years of relevant experience in human resources management, including talent acquisition and management, outreach and sourcing. Working knowledge (full proficiency – level C) of English and intermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency – level B) of another official FAO language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish). CONDITIONS OF SERVICE A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. FAO encourages a positive workplace culture to increase inclusivity and diversity within its workforce. HOW TO APPLY To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile. Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr