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Dutystation: Nairobi, Kenya
Functional responsibilities
Provide support to the HR Associates handling recruitments at various stages of the selection process. This includes administrative support to recruitments and selections, e.g.
create vacancy announcements in UNOPS’ online recruitment system
support with office-wide email circulations for internal positions
coordinate with local job website(s) for outreach activities for internal positions
coordinate the scheduling of interviews and written tests, as appropriate, on behalf of the hiring office
support with plagiarism and AI checks for the written tests
conduct background checks
initiate fee-setting exercises
take minutes during interviews and finalize the overall selection minutes with active input from panel members
Build and maintain a fluid relationship with clients through constant communication.
Support the completion of recruitment processes including offers and rejections, and updating the status of recruitment cases in the on-line information system in line with UNOPS policy.
Prepare recruitment files and other process approvals.
Support efficient, timely, and client-focused selections of new personnel.
Liaise with relevant HQ and UN system units to exchange information and follow up on pending issues.
Input and update accurate data and information to institutionalize and disseminate knowledge using technology, electronic systems and tools to initiate work and share information with colleagues.
Assist with projects in support of recruitment-related initiatives for attainment of business objectives according to corporate HR strategy.
Contribute to corporate HR initiatives and knowledge networks by assisting with the collection of data on trends, risks and opportunities and by providing collaborative synthesis of lessons learnt and dissemination of best recruitment practices.
Support the delivery of training and learning initiatives for personnel on recruitment-related topics.
Education/Experience/Language requirements
Minimum of five years of progressive experience in an international and/or national organization in providing support to recruitments and/or HR generalist services is required.
One year experience in computers and office software packages, and experience in handling of web-based management systems is required.
Full knowledge of English is required.
Knowledge of French is highly desirable.