People and Culture Specialist, P-3, FT, #098986, Nouakchott - Mauritania WCAR

Organizational Context

UNICEF operates in over 190 countries, dedicated to saving children's lives, defending their rights, and helping them reach their full potential. We are committed to promoting the rights of every child, offering diverse opportunities for professional and personal development in a passionate and inclusive culture.

Job Purpose

The People and Culture Specialist, P-3, is accountable for implementing HR services that enhance client capacity to achieve business goals. This role involves anticipating HR-related needs, developing strategic plans and solutions that align HR management with business objectives, and ensuring the effective delivery of HR services. The specialist will contribute to strategic human resources initiatives, manage the implementation of assigned HR services, and support learning and capacity development. Additionally, the role requires HR data analytics to inform decision-making and support the organization's mission of advocating for and protecting the rights of every child.

Responsibilities

As a People and Culture Specialist, you will be responsible for providing strategic HR business partnering to clients, anticipating their needs and developing proactive solutions. You will contribute to the development and implementation of HR strategies that align with UNICEF's overall objectives and the specific needs of the country office. This includes managing the end-to-end delivery of assigned HR services, ensuring compliance with regulations and policies, and promoting best practices. A key responsibility is to support learning and capacity development initiatives for staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth. You will also be tasked with conducting HR data analytics to provide insights into workforce trends, identify areas for improvement, and support evidence-based decision-making. This role requires strong communication and advocacy skills to effectively engage with stakeholders and promote HR initiatives. Experience in HR Information Technology and Business Management is essential for optimizing HR processes and systems.

Work Experience

At least 5 years of increasingly responsible professional experience in human resource management within an international organization and/or a large corporation is required.

Skills

Human Resources Strategies, HR Information Technology, HR Regulations, Communication, Advocacy, Business Management, Performance Management, Data Analytics, Strategic Advisory, Partnership Building, Ethical Awareness, Strategic Thinking

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