HR Support/ Specialist/Expert

The consultant will support talent acquisition activities within the Human Resources Division at FAO headquarters. Responsibilities include advising hiring managers, conducting pre-screening of applications, coordinating recruitment processes, and preparing recruitment reports to ensure efficient delivery of HR services.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and guidance to hiring managers on recruitment processes, timelines, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and best practices.
• Conduct pre-screening of applications, ensuring compliance with minimum and eligibility requirements outlined in the Vacancy Announcement and relevant policies.
• Assist hiring managers in planning staffing needs and provide guidance throughout the selection process.
• Support the planning and implementation of end-to-end recruitment processes, including the coordination of vacancy postings, written tests, candidate assessments, and interview activities, ensuring timely and efficient delivery.
• Draft and review selection reports and ensure completeness, accuracy and traceability of relevant documentation.
• Monitor recruitment timelines and contribute to achieving corporate KPIs, including time-to-fill and vacancy rate targets.
• Liaise with hiring managers, panel members and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth implementation of recruitment processes.
• Prepare communication, statistics and reports related to recruitment and selection activities.
• Participate in interview panels as required, in line with organizational guidelines.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree level or equivalent) from an institution recognized by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/UNESCO in human resources management, law, business administration with focus on human resources, organizational development or a related field. Candidates with a bachelor's degree need two additional years of relevant professional experience.
• Minimum of five years of relevant experience in HR management and administration with an international organization context, specifically in the area of talent acquisition.
• Working knowledge (proficient - level C) of English.
• Experience in human resources talent acquisition and management.
• Experience in development and implementation of human resources recruitment policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of automated human resources management system; familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning systems is required.
• Working knowledge (proficient - level C) of another FAO official language is considered a strong asset.
• Ability to analyse complex issues and suggest solutions.
• Good knowledge of FAO structure and mandate is considered an asset.
• An HR professional certification is considered an asset.
• Adherence to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.

Skills

• Human Resources Management
• Talent Acquisition
• Recruitment Policy Development
• Recruitment Procedures Implementation
• HR Administration
• Automated Human Resources Management Systems
• Enterprise Resource Planning
• HR Reporting
• HR Advisory Services
• Application Pre-screening

Languages

English