Senior HR Business Partner, Client Services and Outreach Branch, Division for Human Resources, Dakar, Senegal, P-5 (1 Post + ROSTER)

The Senior HR Business Partner will manage the interface between business units and the Human Resources function in UNFPA by providing strategic HR Client services and driving HR programs and initiatives in their client area. They will report to the Deputy HR Director and work closely with other DHR Units, Legal, Staff Association, the Ombuds Office, and the Ethics Office, as well as other relevant networks within the UN system and other major international organizations.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Organizational Development or related discipline.
• Ten (10) years of progressively relevant experience in HR management of which five (5) years at international level and five (5) years in a similar role are required.
• Experience in a supervisory/managerial role is required.
• Mastery of modern concepts and approaches in the field of Human Resources.
• Proven ability to deliver effective solutions to complex HR challenges in a multicultural environment.
• Strategic mindset coupled with strong analytical skills and a proven ability to handle big picture perspectives, as well as day to day operational matters.
• Excellent organizational, multi-tasking and project management skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information and gain trust.
• Strong communication, collaboration and team skills.
• Field experience is an asset.
• Experience with international development/humanitarian organization, multilaterals or INGO’s is an asset.
• Consulting experience related to organizational development and change management, is desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive net salary
• Health insurance
• Other benefits as applicable