Reporting LinesUnder the overall guidance of the Deputy-Director, CSH, the Junior Professional Officer (Integrated Talent Management) reports to a Senior Human Resources Officer.Technical FocusThe Junior Professional Officer (Integrated Talent Management) supports the implementation of an integrated talent management strategy including recruitment and talent acquisition, performance management, staff development, social security and business analysis.
Key ResultsThe provision of human resource services to management and staff.Key Functions• Processes, coordinates arrangements, and delivers services in an HR discipline;• Researches and analyzes human resource policy and service delivery issues, maintains operational statistics, and prepares related reports;• Develops and maintains HR systems, processes and practices;• Contributes to the development of information and training materials and coordinates and assists in the presentation of information/ training sessions to management and staff;• Provides HR information and advice to management and staff;• Participates on project teams and work groups.Specific Functions• Assists in monitoring and supporting the day-to-day operational activities to improve productivity, efficiency and quality of service delivery by ensuring the appropriate application of Human Resources policies and procedures;• Supports talent management strategies and activities, including the areas of staffing, mobility and young talent programs, corporate training and performance management, policy and business analytics;• Researches and analyzes human resources policy and service delivery within and outside the Organization (UN systems and other international organizations); • Performs other related duties as required.CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWINGMinimum Requirements• Advanced university degree in human resources, management, business administration, organizational development, industrial psychology, law, social sciences or a related field.• Three years of relevant experience in human resources management and administration.• Working knowledge (proficient - level C) of English and limited knowledge (intermediate - level B) of another official FAO language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Spanish or Russian).IMPORTANT: Please note the following mandatory requirements:• Korean citizenship• Fluent in Korean and English• Not older than 32 years of age as of 31st December (born on or after January 1st, ) • Male applicants shall have completed the Korean military service or be exempted from itCompetencies• Results Focus• Teamwork• Communication• Building Effective Relationships• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous ImprovementTechnical/Functional Skills• Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions is desirable.• Extent and relevance of experience in ensuring compliance to rules and regulations and expressing sound judgement thereon.• Familiarity with automated human resources management systems.• Extent and relevance of experience in human resources management and administration.
Required application documents• The completed FAO Personal Profile Form (PPF) with motivation letter in English• A scanned copy of applicant's Resident Register in English • A copy of the university degree in English• A certificate of English language proficiency.
Please note that the test scores are valid for 2 years after the test date.
Applicants should score a minimum of: TOEFL iBT or TEPS or IELTS 7 (IELTS General Training and Academic test are both accepted) or TOEIC (TOEFL 'Home Edition' score is accepted while 'MyBest Scores' are not accepted)Test scores are valid for 2 years after the test date• Only for male applicants: A certificate of Korean Military Service in English.
The maximum age limit for those who served in the military will be extended in accordance with the Support for Discharged Soldiers Act and the military service law.
• Only for low-income applicants: A scanned copy of the applicant's certificate of National Basic Livelihood Security Recipients issues in Korean and its unofficial English translation• Only for applicants with disability: A scanned copy of applicant's certificate of person with disability issued in Korean and English [Please note that applicants can apply for a maximum of two JPO positions sponsored by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korean during the year of the application] Application Deadline: Friday, August 9th, at 11:59 PM CEST_________________________________________________________________ FAO staff are expected to adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.
_________________________________________________________________GENERAL INFORMATION• All candidates should possess computer/word processing skills• FAO reserves the right not to make an appointment or to make an appointment at a lower grade• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
CONDITIONS OF SERVICEA competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.
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FAO applies measures in which all staff members contribute equally and in full to the work and development of the Organization.
This includes: • elements of family-friendly policies• flexible working arrangements• standards of conduct_________________________________________________________________
