Re-advertisement: Workplace Relations Analyst – P2

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Re-advertisement: Workplace Relations Analyst – P2

Company

UN Women

Job description

UN Women

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.

The Human Resource Division is responsible for the timely, accurate, equitable, effective and efficient delivery of all human resources management services, i.e. strategic staff planning, recruitment, staff administration, organizational and design and learning/career development, for the continuous development and improvement in human resource operations, policies, and methods to align with UN Women evolving business needs and for providing advisory support to the Executive Director in the formulation and implementation of UN Women’s overall mission, strategy and plans of actions.

The Human Resource Workplace Relations team is responsible for supporting the creation and maintenance of an inclusive, diverse, productive and positive work environment in UN Women. Under the supervision and guidance of the HR Workplace Relations Advisor, the Workplace Relations Analyst will provide technical support on matters related to workplace matters and standards of conduct but will also assist in the areas of safeguarding at country, regional and HQ level.

The incumbent may be required to travel to UN Women regional and/or country offices.

Duties and Responsibilities

Support workplace relations and safeguarding related work, including:

– Support the implementation of the inclusive workplace strategy in line with UN Women Strategic Plan 2022-2025.
– Support the development and/or the implementation of UN Women policies and procedures related to workplace relations and safeguarding.
– Support the workplace relations team with the research, analysis, drafting, and coordination associated with the handling of workplace-related issues, and grievances.
– Provide guidance on standards of conduct and UN Women policies related to workplace relations.
– Contribute to the implementation and reporting of UN system-wide requirements in relation to standards of conduct.
– Draft talking points, briefing notes and inputs concerning workplace relations and safeguarding issues.
– Keep abreast of developments in the areas of workplace relations and safeguarding.
– Participate in working groups in relation to workplace matters when required.
Support analysis and reporting:

– Contribute to the drafting of inputs/responses in relation to requests and reviews of inter alia the Joint Inspection Unit of the United Nations system (JIU), the Advisory Committee on Oversight (ACO), the Audit and Investigation report or any other queries.
– Assist in the preparation of quality documentation and reports on the impact of workplace relations efforts in UN Women.
– Support the collection, preparation, and visualization of accurate and quality analysis and statistics of workplace related data.
– Research trends and systemic issues on workplace related issues.
Provide awareness-raising and training support on workplace matters, standards of conduct and safeguarding:

– Prepare and maintain resources to help educate staff in respect of rights, responsibilities, standards of conduct and difficulties associated with the workplace.
– Assist in developing and conducting training on safeguarding, workplace relations and standard of conduct across the organization and in different languages.
– Contribute to outreach and awareness-raising efforts as well as information sharing and dissemination across the organization.
– Draft up-to-date content for workplace relations materials.
– Monitor and track workplace relations, standards of conduct and safeguarding training participation.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Competencies

Core Values:

– Respect for Diversity
– Integrity
– Professionalism
Core Competencies:

– Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues
– Accountability
– Creative Problem Solving
– Effective Communication
– Inclusive Collaboration
– Stakeholder Engagement
– Leading by Example
Please visit https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-values-and-competencies-framework-en.pdf for more details on UN Women Values and Competencies Framework.

Functional Competencies:

– Demonstrates commitment to UN Women’s mission, vision and values.
– Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.
– Produces qualitative, accurate outputs with attention to detail, in a timely manner.
– Maintains constructive, effective business relationships with clients and partners.
– Knowledge of workplace relations and safeguarding principles, standards, trends within the United Nations.
– Maintains diplomacy, tact and strict confidentiality with internal and external partners and clients.
– Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
– Organization skills (time management, efficient administration, multi-tasking and fast-paced).
– Ability to work under pressure within strict deadlines.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

– Master’s degree or equivalent in human rights, law, development studies, gender studies, social sciences, or another related field is required.
– A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Experience:

– A minimum of 2 years of relevant progressively responsible work experience in human resources, workplace relations, legal and/or grievances is required.
– Experience in the use of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) is required.
– UN system experience is desirable.
– Experience in interactive/innovative training approaches for virtual and in person training is desirable.
– Experience in analysis, drafting and reporting within the UN context is desirable.
Languages:

– Fluency in English is required.
– Knowledge of another UN official working language is an asset.

Application:

All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/2022-07/UN-Women-P11-Personal-History-Form-en.doc. Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Candidates who previously applied do not have to re-apply.

At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.

If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.

UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women’s policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (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.)

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Sector: Nonprofit/Community/Social Services/International Cooperation

Role: Other

Working hours (%): 80-100%

Job type: Staff (Permanent and Fixed Term)

Expected salary

Location

New York City, NY

Job date

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 23:22:13 GMT

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