DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.

ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok.

WHY JOIN WFP? 

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.

• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.

• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.

• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.

• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT:

This position is based in Erbil, Iraq and reports to the head of HR unit.

THE ROLE:

The incumbent is expected to deliver and complete a wide range of business support processes and activities within the HR Unit in order to facilitate effective delivery service.

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Use HCM Workday Recruitment for all on-going local recruitments (different contract types).
• Ensure that all shortlisted staff are notified and document all cases where shortlisted candidates decline to be part of the test or interview, or cases for which we are not able to get hold of shortlisted candidates.
• Ensure that written tests are received timely and reviewed by the respective Head of Unit for suitability prior to when testing is done.
• Facilitate the execution of the written test through IMOCHA system via accurate and timely correspondence with the candidates.
• Schedule panel interviews and follow up on the required documentation to ensure timely and efficient submission.
• Ensure that the appropriate form of feedback is given by HR/the Hiring Manager to all other assessed/interviewed candidates, especially unsuccessful internal candidates.
• Compile predefined recruitment statistics in a timely and accurate manner to support the creation of a recruitment dashboard.
• In case of difficult cases, inform the HR Associate and/or the Head of HR and escalate, as appropriate.
National staff Leave:
• Answer queries from staff and supervisors on all issues related to leave; function HR unit’s liaison with the Timekeepers of the various units in the CO; record all national staff leave in WINGS or PASport and liaison with HQ Timekeepers and PASport Competence Centre on all issues related to leave.
Record R&R and related leave in WINGS.
International FT/ST leave:
• Record in WINGS and file all leave slips for all int professional staff; forward home leave request to HQ, ensure that days are properly entered in WINGS, inform int staff of leave balance and home leave points when requested/required.
• HR Unit Leave: Collect and file all leave slips for HR unit staff and prepare HR Unit monthly report.
• When requested, in collaboration with the CO Leave focal points, prepare CO Leave Plans & Transfer plans.
• Perform any other duties as required.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:

Four or more years of progressively responsible work experience in Human Resources, Administration or any related field.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Proficient in the use of office equipment and computer software packages, such as Microsoft Word.

• Knowledge of work routines and methods in order to complete processes under minimal supervision.

• Uses tact and courtesy to give and receive information to a wide range of individuals.

• Ability to identify data discrepancies and rectify problems requiring attention.

• Ability to offer guidance or basic on-the-job training to more junior staff

Education:

Completion of secondary school education. University Degree in related functional area is desirable.

Language:

Fluency in both oral and written communication in the UN language in use at the duty station and in the duty station’s language, if different.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact:  global.inclusion@wfp.org

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.

REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruitment system. We do not accept CVs or spontaneous applications by email.

• If you experience challenges while submitting your online application, please contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org for technical support only.

• Please note that applications sent to this email address cannot be considered.

• We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).

• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.

• Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter

• Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time

• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.