Human Resources Officer (P-3)

Job title:

Human Resources Officer (P-3)

Company

CTBTO

Job description

VA ID: 2110
Grade Level: P-3
Division: Office of the Executive Secretary
Section: Human Resources Services
Unit: Recruitment and Staff Development Unit
Type of Appointment: Short Term Appointment
Date of Issuance: 20 September 2024
Deadline for Applications: 20 October 2024Vacancy Reference: VASTAOES-2110-2024
Reporting Date: As soon as possiblePlease note that all candidates should adhere to CTBTO Values of Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity.Qualified female applicants and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.A roster of suitable candidates may be established for similar positions at the same level as a result of this selection process for a period of two (2) years.*Applicants encountering problems with the recruitment platform due to their location should contact and provide details of the error message received.Organizational BackgroundThe Preparatory Commission for the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization with its headquarters in Vienna, Austria is the international organization setting up the global verification system foreseen under the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT), which is the treaty banning any nuclear-weapon-test explosion or any other nuclear explosion. The Treaty provides for a global verification regime, including a network of 337 stations worldwide, a communications system, an international data centre and on-site inspections to monitor compliance.Organizational SettingThis position is located in the Recruitment and Staff Development Unit, Human Resources Services, Office of the Executive Secretary.Reporting LinesUnder the supervision of the Head, Recruitment and Staff Development Unit, to:Duties and Responsibilities

• Execute recruitment activities to ensure the effective filling of vacant posts and establish priorities in accordance with the requirements of the hiring divisions and for all staffing modalities: fixed-term, short-term, consultants, temporary assistants, and interns;
• Prepare job description reviews, conduct job classification, draft vacancy announcements, screen applications in accordance with the regulatory framework, formulate competency-based questions in coordination with the panel members, conduct competency-based interviews, serve as ex-officio in interview panels and Personnel Advisory Panels, and draft selection reports for panel review.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of talent acquisition strategies, ensuring a diverse pool of applicants, including from underrepresented regions. Actively promote diversity and inclusion in recruitment, development, and retention strategies, ensuring adherence to the principles of equal opportunity.
• Monitor and analyze recruitment data, such as gender and geographical representation, recruitment timelines, and provide substantial input to reports as requested.
• Contribute to the development of the staff development strategy and provide guidance on implementation and evaluation of staff development activities.
• Develop tools and methodologies to conduct and analyze training needs assessments, identify, design and deliver staff development programmes aligned with the CTBTO’s mid-term strategy, mission and goals.
• Develop the yearly staff development plan, ensuring funds are allocated to the proper execution, and propose relevant staff development related KPIs to measure the output, outcomes, and impact of the yearly plan.
• Carry out surveys, assessments, and feedback analyses to monitor the impact of the learning activities, evaluate the effectiveness of the courses, and propose revisions, as needed.
• Keep abreast of new developments, perform regular research and benchmark exercises in the UN common system and globally to identify contemporary and best practices in the areas of recruitment and learning and development, including automation of the recruitment and staff training.
• Contribute to the knowledge transfer and knowledge sharing initiatives of the Human Resources Services, and further the development and documentation of standard operating procedures, policies, and working practices to foster a learning culture, and create an environment that emphasizes continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with counterparts in Vienna Based Organizations (VBOs) for sharing best practices and knowledge.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

• University degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in human resources, public or business administration, law, social sciences, or a related field.

Work Experience and Qualifications

• At least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in talent management is required, preferably within an international environment.
• Proven knowledge of modern recruitment and of developing and implementing employer branding strategies.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and delivering cohesive and comprehensive talent management approaches.
• Experience in adult learning and proven ability to design and implement staff development programs, including e-learning and blended learning approaches and enhanced e-learning solutions.
• Understanding of the global employment landscape, including talent management trends and best practices.
• Proficient in MS Office; knowledge of ERP systems, such as SAP Success Factors.
• Working experience with technology-enhanced learning solutions, including Virtual Learning Environments, Learning Management Systems, is desirable.

Languages

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English are essential;
• Knowledge of other official CTBTO languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is desirable.

Competencies

• Professionalism – 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 other 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;
• Planning and organizing – Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; 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;
• Team work – Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organisational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; builds consensus for task purpose and direction with team members; supports and acts in accordance with final group decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings;
• Accountability – Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honors commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable;
• Creativity – Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks “outside the box”; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches;
• 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 relationships 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 and setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to clients;
• Commitment to continuous learning – Keeps abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession; actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally; contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; shows willingness to learn from others; seeks feedback to learn and improve;
• Technological Awareness – Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks, shows willingness to learn new technology.

RemunerationCTBTO offers an attractive compensation and benefits package in accordance with the policies of the International Civil Service Commission. For more information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, see link: ). The salary offered may be subject to deductions to the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund and/or Health Insurance Scheme.Short Term Appointments shall initially be made under a contract for a period not to exceed 364 days, subject to the successful completion of the probation period set forth in the Letter of Appointment.Additional Information

• All applications must be submitted through the CTBTO e-Recruitment system before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement.
• Incomplete applications and submission of employment history in formats other than the

will not be considered. * The CTBTO Preparatory Commission retains the discretion not to make any appointment to this vacancy; to make an appointment at a lower grade in particular if the candidate has less than the qualifications required; to make an appointment with a modified job description, or to offer a contract term for a shorter duration than indicated in the vacancy announcement.

• Please note that the CTBTO will only consider academic credentials or degrees obtained from an educational institution recognized in the IAU/UNESCO list.
• The CTBTO reserves the right to undertake correspondence only with shortlisted candidates.
• Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process.

Expected salary

Location

Wien

Job date

Sun, 22 Sep 2024 03:36:04 GMT

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