HR Business Partner, P-3, Division of Human Resources

2 months ago

New York, New York, United States UNICEF - United Nations Children's Fund Full time

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.

At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.


UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for personal and professional development that will help them develop a fulfilling career while delivering on a rewarding mission.

We pride ourselves on a culture that helps staff thrive, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.

Visit [our website]) to learn more about what we do at UNICEF.

For every child, Hope


If you are a passionate and committed professional who believe in our mission and want to make a lasting difference for children, we welcome you to apply for this post.


The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) Unit works closely with partners and stakeholders to strategically align HR with business needs.

HRBPs invests their holistic knowledge of Human Resource Management to guide leadership, management and staff and provide them with sound, tailored, and coherent HR solution.

They will address HR related needs and proactively advise their partners on appropriate strategies and measures.

The HRBP Unit will also collaborate with DHR Centers of Expertise, Regional HR teams and GSSC to support the rollout and implementation HR Reform, policies, practices, tools, and much more.


How can you make a difference?

The summary of key functions/accountabilities are:

1) Strategic Business Partnering

  • Proactively collaborate with clients to help fulfill their business goals through anticipating HRrelated needs and presenting subsequent plans of action.
  • When assigned casework in the relevant area on either a routine or nonroutine basis, analyze issues and interpret established HR guidelines to recommend solutions and further actions required.
  • Collaborate effectively with other DHR sections and centers of expertise to provide coherent solutions for clients.
  • Proactively advise clients on the resolution of human resources issues ensuring equitable and transparent solutions that protects both the staff and organization's interests.

2) Act as change agent

  • Liaise with the HQ Divisions, regional and country offices to support and contribute to corporate HR strategy formulation and global implementation.
  • Interpret and analyze HR data to help inform strategic decision making on HR processes and strategies.
  • Support senior business partners in promoting HR initiatives that support organizational culture change, improved results and staff development.
  • Support senior business partners in explaining the scope and ramifications of proposed HR initiatives, promoting understanding of their purpose and functional advantages.
  • Promote the organizational goals and targets for gender equity and cultural diversity.

c) Relationship Management

  • Maintain and enhance relationships with DHR centers of expertise, the global shared services center and global staff association.
  • Collaborate with sisteragencies on best HR practices within the UN or other affiliated organizations.
  • Attend HR networking events – both within the UN system and the private sector.

d) Employee Championing

  • In collaboration with business owners, help design and deliver learning solutions for staff to enhance their knowledge and build skills in new areas.
  • Contribute to the mapping of competencies, assisting in the development of a comprehensive framework in support of the development of the talent pipeline.
  • Recommend efficient and costeffective learning products which strengthen staff capacity to contribute effectively to achieving business goals.
  • Provide daytoday performance and talent management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, and disciplinary actions).
  • Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...

  • Education: An Advanced University Degree in human resource management, business management, international relations, psychology or other related social science field is required. *\*A first University Degree in a relevant field combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree.
  • Experience: Five years of increasingly responsible professional experience in human resource management including two years of in an international organization and/or large corporation is required
  • Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset.

For every Child, you demonstrate...


UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it.


Get acquainted with Our Values Charter:
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UNICEF competencies required for this post are...
(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with other

During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework.

Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels:
[competency framework here]).


UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children.

[The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone]), irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.
We offer a [wide range of benefits to our staff]), including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and [reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities]). UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.


UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.

UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.

All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

Remarks:


As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.

UNICEF's active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable are encouraged to apply.


Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF.

UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.


UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training).

UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information.

In this role, you will collaborate with colleagues across multiple locations. For effective collaboration, we encourage flexible working hours that accommodate different time zones while prioritizing staff wellbeing.


This position is a temporary appointment and successful candidate should be available to join the organization by 1 September 2024.

Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found [here]).

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