Director, Human Resources Management

Company: WHO - World Health Organization
Location: Washington
Posted on: September 3, 2024

Job Description:

Job Description - Director, Human Resources Management (2406395)Grade: D1Contractual Arrangement: Fixed-term appointmentContract Duration: Two years, first year probationary period.Job PostingDate: Aug 6, 2024, 8:11:35 PMClosing DateDate: Sep 9, 2024, 9:59:00 PMPrimary LocationUnited States - Washington, D.C.OrganizationHuman Resources ManagementScheduleFull-timeIMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.OBJECTIVE OF THE OFFICE/DEPARTMENTThis requisition is for employment at the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)/Regional Office of the World Health Organization (WHO). The Department of Human Resources Management (HRM) supports PAHO through serving as a strategic partner with PAHO personnel and a change-management agent in support of the Organization's mission.DESCRIPTION OF DUTIESUnder the general supervision of the Director, and the direct supervision of the Director of Administration, the incumbent is responsible for, but not necessarily limited to, the following duties:

• Plan, organize, direct, control and coordinate the HR management functions, including HR planning, recruitment, selection, appointments, classification, salary, benefits and entitlements administration, performance evaluation, staff development and orientation, staff well-being, telework arrangements and other elements of managing HR.
• Provide strategic HR advice to executive management and guide the Organization to develop and implement HR staffing plans.
• Develop, recommend, and implement personnel policies, rules, regulations, and procedures to govern conditions of employment for all PAHO personnel.
• Provide authoritative advice/interpretation on all aspects of the Staff Rules and Staff Regulations.
• Lead the implementation of HRM initiatives contained within PAHO Forward.
• Participate in the PMIS Advisory Committee as Business Owner (BO).
• Develop policies and practices in alignment with the WHO and the UN System.
• Support or participate in PAHO advisory bodies that consult and guide policy development impacting personnel.
• Monitor information management needs of senior managers and guide the development and distribution of appropriate reports.
• Serve as a liaison across PAHO, with WHO, and with other UN organizations.
• Provide advice and implement management decisions related to disciplinary measures.
• Develop, propose and manage the biennial work plan and budget for the office of HRM.
• Ensure that HR management is well executed throughout the Organization.
• Define HRM's personnel profile including the department's organizational structure.
• Provide leadership, guidance and monitoring of supervised staff.
• Propose and recommend projects and activities for HRM.
• Provide intellectual and managerial leadership to guide and motivate staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEducation:Essential: A bachelor's and a master's degree in HR management, organizational development, public administration, business administration, or other related field from a recognized university. Desirable: A Ph.D. in one of these fields would be an asset.Experience:Essential: Fifteen years of combined national and international progressive managerial experience in personnel management.SKILLS:PAHO Competencies include maintaining integrity, respecting diversity, teamwork, communication, creating an empowering environment, ensuring effective use of resources, and driving the Organization to a successful future.Technical Expertise:Experience in senior positions in HR management, administration, and organizational development.Languages:Fluency in English or Spanish with a very good working knowledge of the other language. Knowledge of French and/or Portuguese would be an asset.IT Skills:Demonstrated ability to use current technology and software.REMUNERATIONAnnual Salary: (Net of taxes) USD $106,023.00 + post adjustment of 70.2%.ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONThis vacancy may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level.PAHO/WHO is committed to maintaining high standards of integrity and accountability.
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