Director, Department of People Management - D1, Geneva
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Posted:
21.01.2025
Expiry Date:
07.03.2025
Job Description:
Organizational Context
To deliver the UNAIDS mandate and provide leadership in the global AIDS response, the UNAIDS Secretariat counts on capable and highly qualified people that are multi-skilled, diverse, mobile and able to work across disciplines. Within the Management Department, the Department of People Management (DPM) ensures that people within the organization are aligned with and able to implement its strategy and priorities. The work of the Department is based on effective policies and services to enable recruitment, organizational and individual development and performance, with a special attention to staff well-being and support and culture change.
Major Accountabilities
* Conceptualize, establish and advocate for a strategic vision for the people of UNAIDS, linked to the Global AIDS strategy and targets, the UNAIDS mission and results framework, and the feminist principles it subscribes to.
* Lead the Department in the implementation of the UNAIDS Secretariat People Management Strategy through innovative and modern policies, procedures, systems and initiatives, with emphasis on a respectful and diverse workplace and ethical behaviours.
* Promote and lead initiatives to continuously build an equal, safe and empowering work culture which fosters a diverse and inclusive environment for people. Promote people development initiatives to support the strategic objectives of the organization, through learning and career development, performance and talent management, succession planning, and team building throughout the organization.
* Ensure compliance with all corporate people management policies and frameworks. Guide the on-going development, revision, and implementation – including effective communication – of those policies, procedures and systems across all levels of the organization.
* Provide leadership, management and motivation, in developing a new team responsible for all aspects of people management including organizational development, culture change, staff and support services, and staff safety and security.
* Provide guidance and advice to the Executive Director on the strategic management and engagement of the people of UNAIDS. Provide information on strategic human resources issues to the Programme Coordinating Board, and represent the organization and work with relevant Inter-Agency bodies and external stakeholders as appropriate.
* Oversee the effective management of UNAIDS Headquarters facilities and conference services and the provision of staff security and support services, ensuring a constructive relationship with counterparts in WHO, human resources services providers and security interventions for emergencies affecting UNAIDS offices or staff.
Education, Experience, Skills & Minimum Required Qualifications
Education
* Advanced university degree in human resources management, public administration or management, business administration, international relations, or other relevant academic subject area. For internal candidates, a first university degree and 17 years of relevant professional experience will be considered as equivalent.
Experience
* At least 15 years of progressively responsible experience in human resources management in private or public organizations within an international environment, including at least 7 years in senior-level positions in departments of Human Resources within the UN, directly managing HR teams is essential.
* Experience at regional and country levels is desirable.
Languages
* Advanced level of English and French.
* Good working knowledge of another UN system official language.
Functional/Technical Knowledge and Skills
* Knowledge of and experience in administration or management in an international context, applying rules and regulations, and overseeing management processes. Ability to analyse and synthesize information, and communicate effectively. Demonstrated ability in leading diverse teams and culture change processes.
* Experience in leading culture change initiatives focusing on people's experiences. Successfully implemented projects and processes at an organisational level through effective change management.
UNAIDS Values
* Commitment to the AIDS response Integrity
Core Competencies
* Working in teams
* Communicating with impact
* Applying expertise
* Delivering results
* Driving change and innovation
* Leading teams
* Building relationships and networks
* Developing and empowering others
* Managing performance and resources
* Vision and strategic thinking
* Exercising sound judgment
How to Apply
If you wish to be considered for this position, please complete the Application Form on or before 15 September 2023. In addition, we encourage you to please attach a copy of the most recent English version of your CV in Word format.
All information will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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