Job: Chief of Policy and Social Benefits Branch HRD

Location: Geneva 
Deadline: Monday, 04 November 2013 

Description

Human Resources Development Department

International Labour Office

Vacancy No: CALL/D/2013/17

Title: Chief of Policy and Social Benefits Branch, HRDGrade: D1Contract type: Fixed-Term Appointment

Date: 3 October 2013

Application Deadline (midnight Geneva time) 4 November 2013Organization unit: DDG/MR HRDDuty Station: Geneva, Switzerland

Under article 4.2, paragraphs (d) and (e) of the Staff Regulations, the filling of vacancies in grades D1 and D2, as well as in grade P5 for all Director positions in field offices, are made by direct selection by the Director-General.

In order to fill the following vacancy by direct selection:- Chief of Policy and Social Benefits Branch, HRD (D1)the ILO invites interested candidates to submit their curriculum vitae online by the above date (midnight Geneva time).The ILO values diversity among its staff and aims at achieving gender parity. We welcome submissions from qualified women and men, including those with disabilities.Within the context of the ILO's efforts to promote staff mobility, any appointee should expect to take up different assignments (field and Headquarters) during their career.Conditions of employment are described in the Appendix.

INTRODUCTION

Under the supervision of the Director of the Human Resources Development Department (HRD) the Chief of the Policy and Social Benefits Branch (HR/POL) is responsible for the overall management and direction of the Branch and of the technical areas within its purview.HR/POL develops, implements, communicates and reviews all policies, rules and procedures relating to the terms and conditions of employment of staff, and ensures their consistent application and interpretation.The Branch coordinates the work of the Department in the prevention and resolution of work-related conflicts and ensures the review of all formal grievances and representation before the internal dispute resolution bodies.HR/POL coordinates the representation of the ILO in common system external bodies.The Branch also comprises the administration of social benefits, including the ILO/ITU health insurance fund (SHIF), pension benefits (secretariat of the ILO Staff Pension Committee), staff compensation (secretariat of the Compensation Committee) and voluntary benefits (Thrift Fund and death and invalidity insurance).

Description of Duties

• Develop and submit recommendation on HR policies to address new organizational needs and initiatives including work-life balance, achievement of gender equity and diversity targets, rewards and recognition, field conditions of service and fair compensation and benefits. Develop and share knowledge of emerging and best policies, trends and practices in the HR field as well as on UN common system HR initiatives.
• Serve as a strategic partner to Management by providing authoritative advice on applicable policies, rules and procedures and guidance on the resolution of work-related conflicts or disputes.
• Ensure consistent application of HR policies rules and procedures within the Department as well as across portfolios, headquarters and field duty stations.
• Liaise with the Office of the Legal Adviser on the resolution of complex legal situations and disputes.
• Represent the Organization in high-level meetings and negotiations on HR policy questions and promote the Organization's HR strategies and policies within the UN inter-agency system, in particular the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund, the International Civil Service Commission and the Human Resources Network of the High Level Committee on Management (HLCM).
• Assist the Director of the Department in the promotion of effective communication and facilitation of open and transparent Staff /Management consultative processes. Negotiate and seek consensus on HR matters; hold regular consultations with elected staff representatives; and, chair or participate in internal bodies and committees, including the Joint Negotiating Committee, the SHIF Management Committee, the Reports Board, the Compensation Committee, etc.
• Coordinate the elaboration of HR inputs and documents for the ILO governing and oversight bodies.
• As a member of the Management Team of the Department, contribute to development of the strategic vision on Human Resources and to the management of Department-wide human resources, budgeting and other administrative issues.
• Manage, motivate and develop staff under his/her supervision. Foster teamwork and collaboration among staff in the Branch and across the organizational.

DESIRABLE PROFILE

• The set of qualifications below is indicative of the type of experience, education, language skills, and competencies expected for this position.

EDUCATION

• Aadvanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in law or a related field such as Public Administration and Social Sciences

EXPERIENCE

• Ten to 15 years of progressively responsible experience of which ten years at the international level in the area of policy development, human resources management, public administration or related field required.
• Five years in a managerial function with direct supervisory responsibilities over a large team.
• Excellent knowledge of international public administration procedures and practices as well as of international public civil service best practices on HR related matters.
• Good knowledge of the conditions of service of the UN Common System and experience with industrial relations is highly desirable.

LANGUAGES

• Excellent oral and written command of English and French required. Working knowledge of Spanish will be considered an advantage.

COMPETENCIES

• In addition to the ILO core competencies:Effective communication skills in writing as well as spoken.
• The ability to work in a multicultural environment, and demonstrate gender-sensitive behaviour and attitudes.
• Demonstrated managerial skills to guide, engage and motivate staff and promote harmonious working relationships and teamwork.
• Ability to supervise large numbers of staff and to plan the work and manage work teams involved in diverse fields of specialization.
• Ability to develop clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies and to identify priority activities and assignments.
• Ability to deal effectively with staff members, their representatives, as well as with senior management and constituents, and provide authoritative policy advice.
• Demonstrated negotiating skills in a political environment.
• Ability to represent the Organization and advocate its values in external bodies.
• Decision-making skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.Strong interpersonal skills, tact and diplomacy.

Required Qualifications

Additional Information:

Please refer to the text above which is indicative of the type of experience, education, language skills, and competencies desired for this position.

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