RE-ADVERTISEMENT: Senior HR Business Partner, Client Services and Outreach Branch, Division for Human Resources, Dakar, Senegal, P-5 (1 Post + ROSTER)

Organizational Context

UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. This role sits within the Division for Human Resources and reports to the Deputy HR Director. The position supports the UNFPA Strategic Plan by accelerating the implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.

Job Purpose

The Senior HR Business Partner (HRBP) is a crucial member of the global HR team, responsible for identifying and meeting the human resource needs and objectives within their client area to support the UNFPA Strategic Plan. The HRBP acts as the primary interface between business units and the HR function, aligning HR initiatives with business objectives. They guide managers in applying HR policies effectively, contribute to policy development, and ensure timely, client-focused HR support. This role involves supervising HR Specialists and Assistants, coordinating HR processes, and providing value-adding advice to managers and staff.

Responsibilities

The Senior HR Business Partner provides expert policy advice, guiding staff and managers on HR policies, guidelines, and practices, and developing innovative solutions for complex HR challenges. They manage the implementation of HR policies at the local level, offering technical advice and training. The role involves overseeing performance and staff development, managing corporate talent management programs, and supporting leadership in linking individual performance to strategic priorities. Additionally, the HRBP leads organizational effectiveness initiatives, participates in HR projects, advises on workforce planning and analytics, and manages recruitment and staffing activities for national and international staff and consultants. They also contribute to humanitarian capacity building and knowledge sharing within the HR community.

Work Experience

Ten years of progressively relevant experience in HR management, including five years at the international level and five years in a similar role, is required. Experience in a supervisory/managerial role is also essential. Experience with international development/humanitarian organizations or multilaterals is desirable.

Skills

Key skills include strategic thinking, strong analytical abilities, excellent organizational and project management skills, and the ability to handle confidential information. Competencies encompass integrity, commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, embracing cultural diversity and change, achieving results, accountability, professional expertise, analytical and strategic thinking, teamwork, and effective communication. Managerial competencies include providing strategic vision, engaging partners, developing people, making sound decisions, and performance management.

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