OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The Division Administration and Finance (DAF) provides the range of HR, administrative, procurement and financial services to all the regional activities and programmes to facilitate the achievement of WHO objectives.

The Human Resources Management Unit (HRM) is responsible for providing a sound, well managed, responsive and efficient region-wide Human Resources Management strategy and HR advisory services which support the work of WPRO and its member states, encompassing, but not limited to: HR Policy Implementation, Organizational Design and Job Classification, Talent Management (including Succession Planning, regional staffing, Career Development and Training, Rotation and Mobility), contractual services for staff and affiliates,  application of the UN Common System’s Compensation and Benefits, and representation of WPRO in inter-agency UN Common System HR initiatives.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Under the direct supervision of the HR Officer, the incumbent provides operational advice on range of HR services including staffing plans, talent acquisition, entitlements and benefits and/or contractual services.

The incumbent liaises closely with different client groups, and HQ and other Regional Office HR staff on HR related matters and crosscutting projects. The post is instrumental in taking initiative on a vast array of HR- related actions and topics, including advising, executing and translating into action, Divisions/Country Office workforces plans that support the attainment of objectives and goals of the client group.

The incumbent may carry out some or all of the following assigned duties:

Workforce Planning and succession planning:

• Review and provide advice on HR plans ensuring accurate and equitable placement of positions within the organizational structure.
• Collaborate with management to identify, attract and retain talent within the client group, ensuring a robust succession planning process to support continuity and staff development.

Talent Acquisition:

• Coordinate and manage recruitment processes for the client group, ensuring the attraction and retention of high-caliber professionals.
• Together with hiring managers and recruitment associates, administers selection procedures for fixed-term and temporary staff, advising staff members at all levels of relevant rules and regulations, procedures and practices including diversity measures.
• Serves as an HR Representative on selection panels and ensures there is an adherence to confidentiality and emphasis on a transparent, consistent process and on promoting organizational diversity and mobility policies as an organizational priority. Reviews vacancy announcements for consistency and adherence to the Organization’s policies, develop and review screening questions in close collaboration with the hiring manager.
• Screens and assesses applications, ensuring that only candidates who meet the essential requirements are long/short-listed/recruited; and advise on any inconsistencies.
• Drafts selection reports ensuring that all steps of the process are well documented, and the selection file is compliant with the Organization’s policies.

Entitlements and Benefits:

• Provide advice in the area compensation, allowances and benefits, onboarding as well as contract management ensuring compliance with WHO policies for staff and affiliates.
• Conduct briefing to incoming staff and debriefing to separating staff regarding corresponding formalities, entitlements, required documents and other pertinent information.

Collaboration and Liaison:

• Establish and maintain close collaboration with focal points of different client groups, as well as counterparts in Divisions and Country Offices, to address HR-related matters and contribute to crosscutting projects , including roll out of new ERP.

Initiative and Action:

• Provide significant input on various HR-related actions and topics, advising, executing, and translating Division and Country Office workforce plans into actionable strategies that support the achievement of client group objectives.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education
Essential: A first level university degree in human resources management, public or business administration, law, social sciences or other similar fields.

WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/ . 

Experience
Essential: At least two years of progressive experience in the field of human resources management. Proven experience in more than one of the specialized areas of HR such as: classification, recruitment, compensation, and contract administration for long and short-term employees.

Desirable: Relevant HR experience in the UN system and/or a multinational environment and in public health sector would be an asset.

Skills

• Knowledge of human resources management practices and procedures and the ability to apply them in a constant changing and dynamic setting.
• Knowledge of the ERP and/or recruitment systems.
• Knowledge of international organizations’ practices in areas of HR would be an advantage. Good skills in ERP systems.

WHO Competencies

Enhanced WHO Global Competency Model: who-enhanced-competence.pdf

Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Producing results
Moving forward in a changing environment
Creating an empowering and motivating environment

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Excellent knowledge of English and local language

REMUNERATION

Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at PHP 1,827,954 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level.
• Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
• A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.
• In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.
• According to 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.
• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.
• The WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics.
• The WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be sent through an email to reasonableaccommodation@who.int
• An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.
• WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.
• Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Candidates appointed to an international post with WHO are subject to mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world.
• WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.
• The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.
• Please note that WHO’s contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at shws@who.int.
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements