Duty station: Bonn Germany

About UNAIDS:
We, the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS, lead the global effort to end AIDS as a public health threat by 2030. By placing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to reduction of inequalities at the heart of our work, we lead the global response to AIDS by: (i) maximizing equitable and equal access to HIV services, (ii) breaking down barriers to achieving HIV outcomes, and (iii) integrating efficient HIV responses into wider health and protection systems.

We are committed to creating an equal, safe and empowering workplace culture where all people in all their diversity thrive. We live our values of Commitment to the AIDS Response, Integrity and Respect for Diversity.MANDATE OF THE DEPARTMENT:
To deliver the UNAIDS mandate and provide leadership in the global AIDS response, the UNAIDS Secretariat counts on a capable and highly qualified workforce that is multi-skilled, diverse, mobile and able to work across disciplines. Within the Management Department, the People Management Department (PMD) ensures that human resources are aligned with the organizational strategy and priorities.

The HR Operations team ensures provision of efficient HR services including selection and recruitment, contract administration, assessment centers, staff data tracking and reporting, and liaises with the appropriate WHO entities and service centers to ensure the effective provision of HR systems, tools and services.Main tasks and Responsibilities of the Position:
Under the supervision of Chief, HR Operations, the incumbent is responsible for the following:

1. Lead on development, implementation, adaptation, update, and integration of HR systems and tools, whether owned by the UNAIDS Secretariat, or procured through different contractual modalities, in close partnership with the ICT Department. Serve as People Management focal point on ERP, liaise with key WHO counterparts as entry point to UNAIDS People Management, facilitate timely flow of information, coordinate testing and feedback on HR processes, and develop training plans. Facilitate increased use of artificial intelligence and digital solutions in the areas of People Management. Develop and re-engineer HR processes and tools to increase efficiency and effectiveness in delivery, in support to organizational mandate.

2. Serve as focal point within HRO on HR policies and administrative issuances, reflecting organizational needs, best practice, and WHO policies. Support managers and staff on the interpretation and application of policies, contributing to ensuring knowledge of policies and compliance by managers and all staff, as well as a respectful workplace, free of harassment and abuse of authority. Continually review UNAIDS policies in the context of ICSC determinations, such as changes to UN Common System benefits and entitlements and WHO policies. In close coordination with HPL, identify the need for new policies and recommend changes to existing policies.

3. Undertake research on HR management, including exploring best practices in other international organizations, and prepare recommendations accordingly. Develop systematic feedback mechanisms for evaluating policy impact and effectiveness, and mechanisms for policy updates considering evolving organizational needs. Keep abreast of topics relating to inter-agency HR policy development and analyze impact on UNAIDS. Represent UNAIDS at relevant inter-agency fora.

4. Perform other related duties as required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education:
Essential: Advanced university degree at Master’s level or equivalent in human resources management, public or business administration, ICT, or related field. For internal candidates, a first university degree and 9 years of professional experience will be considered as equivalent.Competencies:
UNAIDS Values
1. Commitment to the AIDS response
2. Integrity
3. Respect for diversity

Core competencies
1. Working in teams
2. Communicating with impact
3. Applying expertise
4. Delivering results
5. Driving change and innovation
6. Being accountable

Managerial competencies:
1. Leading Teams
2. Building Relationships and Networks
3. Developing and Empowering Others
4. Managing Performance and Resources
5. Vision and Strategic Thinking
6. Exercising Sound JudgementExperience:
Essential: Seven years’ experience in human resources management in the UN System, including considerable experience in HR systems and processes, and familiarity with IT tools relevant to HR operations.Languages:
Essential: Advanced level of English.

Desirable: Good working knowledge of French. Good working knowledge of another UN System official language.Additional Information:
Positions at the international professional category within UNAIDS will be subject to the Organization’s Mobility Policy.Annual salary: (Net of tax)
USD 97,139 at single ratePost Adjustment: 40.5 % of the figure(s) on the left side. This percentage is to be considered as indicative since variations may occur each month either upwards or downwards due to currency exchange rate fluctuations or inflation.
Applications from people living with HIV are particularly welcome. Applications from women and from nationals of non- and under-represented member states are particularly encouraged.
Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to the Staff Regulations and Rules of the World Health Organization (WHO) adjusted, as necessary, to take into account the particular operational needs of UNAIDS, and any subsequent amendments.

Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
Note: The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer or promotion of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity. The medical criterion for recruitment is fitness to work in the particular post. The United Nations HIV/AIDS Personnel Policy clearly stipulates that no staff and/or potential candidates shall be discriminated against on the basis of real or perceived HIV status. HIV infection, in itself, does not constitute lack of fitness to work. There is no obligation to disclose HIV-related personal information.

UNAIDS is committed to providing a work environment that respects the inherent dignity of all persons. UNAIDS has a responsibility to take all appropriate steps to prevent and respond to discrimination, abuse of authority, and harassment, including sexual harassment in the workplace or in connection with work. UNAIDS has zero tolerance towards abusive conduct.
Please visit UNAIDS’s e-Recruitment website at: https://erecruit.unaids.org to review and apply to positions. The system provides instructions for online application procedures.All applicants are encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement.