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• Actively contribute to the monitoring and
  evaluation of the implementation of delegated authorities, through,
  inter-alia, the Human Resources Management Scorecard (HRM-S), Service
  Level Agreements, HRM-S indicators, and the Senior Managers’ Compact.
• Develop and implement practices and
  procedures based on HR policies to meet the evolving needs of the Service
  Line.
• In charge of monitoring the implementation
  of human resources policies, practices and procedures in the Service Line.
  
• Actively participates in the preparation
  of special reports, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and information
  circulars and participate and/or lead special human resources projects.

• In charge of providing advice on the
  application of policies, regulations and rules. Review and provide advice
  on exceptions to policies, regulation and rules.
• Determine and recommend benefits and
  entitlements for staff on the basis of contractual status.
• Review policies and procedures and
  recommends changes as required.
• Tasked with the review and recommending of
  the level of remuneration for consultants.
• Supervise and monitor the work of the
  Human Resources Assistants in carrying out all human resources
  administrative transactions including preparation of personnel actions and
  extensions of contracts.
• Keenly monitor and follow up on
  separations with colleagues in New York, with Payroll and with the UNJSPF
  in relation to payments of final benefits.
• Provide data on staff separations on a
  regular basis.

• Responsible for identifying upcoming
  vacancies in coordination with client offices; preparing job openings;
  review applications for eligibility; arranging and conducting interviews;
  reviewing recommendations on the selection of a candidates by client
  offices; serving as ex-officio in interview panels; and
  preparing/presenting cases to review boards.
• Prepare job offers for successful
  candidates; monitor and evaluate recruitment and placement-related
  activities of client offices; and recommend changes or corrections related
  to procedures to these offices.
• Plan, organize, develop and coordinate
  assessments related to recruitment of professional, general service and
  other categories of staff, if needed.
• Perform any other duties as required.

• The ideal candidate for the United Nations
  Regional Service Centre at Entebbe (RSCE) Human Resources Officer job
  placement should hold a High school diploma or equivalent. Technical or
  vocational certificate in human resources management, business or public
  administration, education or related area is required.
• At least ten (10) years of progressively
  responsible experience in human resources management, administrative
  services or a related area. The minimum years of relevant experience is
  reduced to five (5) years for candidates who possess a first level
  university degree.
• Previous experience in the application of
  Human Resource Management Systems (for example: Inspira, Umoja, or
  related) is required.
• Prior exposure and experience working in
  the United Nations or an International Organization in a post-conflict
  environment outside home country is required.
• Supervisory experience is desirable. Experience
  working in a shared service center or operation is desirable.
• Languages: Fluency in oral and
  written English is required.

• Professionalism: Knowledge of
  administrative, budgetary, financial and human resources policies and
  procedures. Demonstrated in-depth technical knowledge of all aspects of
  administration with proven analytical skills. Ability to apply various
  United Nations administrative rules and regulations in work situations.
  Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent
  research and analysis. Ability to identify issues, formulate opinions,
  make conclusions and recommendations. 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. Takes responsibility for
  incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of
  women and men in all areas of work.
• 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 audience; demonstrates openness
  in sharing information and keeping people informed.
• Planning & Organizing:
  Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies;
  identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as
  required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for
  completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when
  planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time
  efficiently
• Client Orientation: Considers
  all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see
  things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive
  partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies
  clients’
  needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing
  developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed
  and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in
  projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

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