United Nations Population Fund

NOTE: Internal staff on abolished posts will be prioritized in line with UN Staff Rules.

The Position:

The HR Analyst, Performance and Engagement Management position is located in Nairobi, Kenya. Under the direction and supervision of the HR Specialist, Organization Design and Performance, the HR Analyst will support the development and implementation of capability-building, performance and engagement initiatives.

How you can make a difference:

UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA’s strategic plan (2022-2025), reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States, organizations and individuals to “build forward better”, while addressing the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on women’s and girls’ access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights, recover lost gains and realize our goals.

In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.

UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results.

Job Purpose:

As an HR Analyst within UNFPA’s Career Development and Talent Mobility Branch, you will support the development and implementation of capability-building, performance management, and employee engagement initiatives. This role focuses on analyzing organizational needs, supporting organizational realignments and performance management processes, and enhancing employee engagement to strengthen UNFPA’s talent management and organizational effectiveness. You will report to the HR Specialist, Organizational Design and Performance.

You would be responsible for:

Support Efforts in Organization Design and Office Realignments:

• Support the development and finalization of realignment proposals in close collaboration with the HR Business Partner Teams globally.
• Support the preparation of guidelines and policy documents to support harmonious organizational structures.
• Support the identification of skills gaps and organizational capability needs through data analysis and stakeholder consultations.
• Support the design and delivery of capability-building programs to improve the organization’s approach to conducting realignment exercises.
• Prepare reports and presentations to communicate outcomes, insights, and recommendations to HR leadership and key stakeholders on organizational restructuring.

Support Implementation of Performance Management Processes:

• Support the administration of UNFPA’s performance management processes, including goal setting, performance reviews, performance calibrations and appraisal cycles.
• Assist in maintaining and resolving cases related to the Performance Management module on UNFPA’s ERP system by working closely with the relevant teams in UNFPA.
• Provide support to enhance managers and staff in understanding and effectively using performance management systems and processes across UNFPA.
• Collect and analyze performance data to identify trends, and prepare fit-for-purpose reports to inform decision-making and support talent development strategies.

Assist in the Development and Implementation of Employee Engagement Initiatives:

• Support the implementation of employee engagement initiatives to enhance organizational culture and staff satisfaction.
• Collect and analyze employee feedback through surveys, focus groups, and other engagement tools.
• Assist in developing action plans to address engagement survey findings and support organizational well-being programs.
• Coordinate engagement activities, including recognition programs, staff forums, and internal communication initiatives.
• Perform other tasks assigned by the HR Specialist or Chief, Career Development and Talent Mobility.

Data Analysis, Reporting and client relationships:

• Maintain updates to the DHR portal on HR policy, procedures, guidance and Frequently Asked Questions related to area of work.
• Under the guidance of the HR Specialist, support the implementation of client service surveys that assess/demonstrate HR’s performance and value of Performance & Engagement programs to the organization.
• Collect and analyze HR data to provide talent management linked to Performance and Engagement recommendations and trends.
• Under guidance of HR Specialists, regularly conduct external benchmarks on lPerformance and Engagement.

Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

Advanced university degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Psychology,, or related fields.

Knowledge and Experience:

• First working experience in human resources management, talent management, performance management, employee engagement, organizational design and development is desired.
• First working experience with ERP systems such as Oracle Quantum is desired.
• Strong project management skills.
• Strong analytical skills, with experience in data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in multicultural environments.

Languages:

Fluency in English is required; Knowledge of other official UN languages, preferably French and/or Spanish, is desirable.

Required Competencies:

Values:

• Exemplifying integrity,
• Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system,
• Embracing cultural diversity,
• Embracing change

Core Competencies:

• Achieving results,
• Being accountable,
• Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,
• Thinking analytically and strategically,
• Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,
• Communicating for impact

Functional Competencies:

• Human Resources ManagementTalent Management
• Performance Management
• Employee Engagement Management
• Organizational Design

Compensation and Benefits:

This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.

UNFPA Work Environment:

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more.

Disclaimer:

Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements.

UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.

Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.

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