Programme Officer
Organizational Context
This Programme Officer position is within the Salaries and Allowance Division of the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC) in New York. The role reports directly to the Division Chief, contributing to the core functions of the division.
Job Purpose
The Programme Officer plays a crucial role in supporting the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC) and its Salaries and Allowances Division (SAD). The primary purpose is to conduct in-depth qualitative and quantitative analysis and research on all aspects of salaries, allowances, and benefits for United Nations common system staff. This involves developing policy proposals, conducting complex data analysis, managing surveys on local staff conditions of service, and providing substantive and technical support to facilitate the attainment of program objectives. The incumbent will also manage the Division's public website content, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information is available to internal and external stakeholders, and participate in various working groups and meetings.
Responsibilities
The Programme Officer is responsible for undertaking qualitative and quantitative analysis and research concerning salaries, allowances, and benefits for United Nations common system staff. Key duties include developing proposals for existing policies and levels of remuneration for submission to the Commission, and presenting studies and recommendations. The role involves conducting research using diverse data sources, analyzing demographic and pay data, and preparing relevant documents. Additionally, the incumbent will lead or participate in surveys on conditions of service for locally recruited staff, train survey committees, guide data collection, analyze findings, and recommend salary scales. Managing the Division's website content, ensuring accuracy and relevance, and providing substantive support for Commission meetings and working groups are also core responsibilities.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in compensation, administration, project management, or human resources management is required. At least two years of this experience must be in an international environment. Experience in preparing contextual information and documents from various sources is desirable.
Skills
Professionalism, strong drafting and research skills in compensation and HR policy, knowledge of UN common system salary and benefits, understanding of global salary systems, analytical ability, IT proficiency, gender mainstreaming, effective communication (written and verbal), active listening, and accountability.