IndirizzoUNICEF Ghana has an opportunity for a Stretch Assignment for the position of Human Resource Associate. Under the direct supervision of the Human Resources Manager, the Human Resources Associate provides technical administrative, procedural and operational support and assistance to the efficient implementation of a broad range of Human Resources functions for all categories of staff, ensuring accurate and timely delivery that is in compliance with UNICEF HR rules and regulations. This 3-month opportunity is open to colleagues at GS6 level.
Stretch Assignment: Ghana Country Office (Onsite)
Title: Human Resource Associate (G6)
Level: GS6 – we encourage staff from all levels with the relevant experience to apply
Reports to: Human Resource Manager
Duration: 3 months
Section: Operation Section, Division/Office
Location: Accra, Ghana
Dates/Duration: Stretch assignment from 1st April to 30th June 2024.
Eligibility: All Fixed-Term, Permanent or continuing appointment UNICEF staff members currently working in UNICEF worldwide.
Background
Ghana Country Office (GCO) is a medium-sized office. The Human Resource responsibilities that support the implementation of the country programme is normally discharged by four staff members.
As a result of reduction of staff within the unit, Ghana Country Office is on a lookout for support through Stretch Assignment to support with HR functions at the GS 6 level.
Purpose of the Position
Provide technical administrative, procedural, and operational support and assistance to the efficient implementation of a broad range of Human Resources functions.
Duration
This Stretch Assignment will be for a period of three (3) months.
Key expected results
Support to business partnering.
Support in processing of entitlements and benefits of local staff.
Support in recruitment and placement.
Support in organization design and job classification.
Support in learning and capacity development.
General office support
Minimum Qualifications and Competencies
To qualify as an advocate for every child, you will have.
Completion of secondary education, preferably supplemented by technical or university courses related to the work of the organization.
A minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible administrative or clerical work experience required.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel required.
Fluency in English is required.
Competencies:
UNICEF’s core values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITAS) and core competencies in communication, working with People and Drive for Results.
Eligibility and application process:
- Applicant bust must be on fixed-term, permanent or continuous appointment till the end of the assignment duration.
- Applicant must be at GS6 level with HR role.
- Approval of the current supervisor to undertake the Stretch Assignment for the entire period of three (3) months.
Note:
Suitable candidates may be contacted for an informal interview and supervisors may also be contacted for reference.
Upon completion of the selection process the receiving and releasing office will discuss proposed start date.
Funding arrangement
Ghana Country office will cover the cost for economy class return ticket and pay 50% DSA at Accra elsewhere rate for the duration of the assignment if the successful candidate is not from Accra.
Since the selected candidate will retain his/her current position and no changes will be made to his/her employment status (e.g., post level, post number, remuneration etc.,) the releasing office will continue to cover the full salary for the staff member.
The assignment is not linked to a vacant position therefore, the selected candidate would not be eligible to Special Post Allowance (SPA)
