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ILO Director, HRD


Human Resources Development Department
International Labour Office

Vacancy No: CALL/D/2012/07
Title: Director, HRD
Grade: D2
Contract type: Fixed-Term Appointment
Date: 19 October 2012
Application Deadline: 18 November 2012
Organization unit: HRD
Duty Station: Geneva, Switzerland

The ILO invites interested parties to submit their expression of interest for the following vacancy:
- Director of HRD

The following are eligible to apply:
- Internal applicants in accordance with paragraphs 15 and 16 of Annex I of the Staff Regulations.
- External applicants.

The ILO values diversity among its staff and aims at achieving gender parity. We welcome applications from qualified women and men, including those with disabilities.

Within the context of the ILO's efforts to promote staff mobility, applicants should expect to take up different assignments (field and Headquarters) during their career.

Direct selection by the ILO Director-General shall be the method to fill this position.
Conditions of employment are described in Appendix II.

INTRODUCTION
Under the supervision of the Deputy Director General for Management and Reform, the Director of the Human Resources Development Department (HRD) is responsible for directing and managing the Human Resources (HR) function, including the implementation of the overall corporate human resources strategy, ensuring its alignment with the vision and goals of the Organization.

He/she provides global leadership and strategic direction on HR issues and ensures best-practice delivery of human resources services with the enhanced engagement of the Senior Management team. Specifically he/she will lead and manage large teams responsible for strategy and service delivery in the specialized areas of HR Planning, Organizational Design and Job Classification, Talent Management, Contracts and Entitlements, Policies and Social Benefits, Policy Development and Interpretation, HR Legal Advisory Services, Administration of Justice, HR Administration, Health Services.

Description of Duties

He/she will perform the following functions:

1. Provide leadership and vision in the formulation of HR strategies, policies, procedures and systems linked to the strategic objectives of the ILO as outlined in the Strategic Policy Framework (SPF).
2. Direct the HRD Department's diverse portfolio of work and manage the financial resources in line with the approved Programme and Budget and Results Based Management. Lead by setting a world-class standard for professional competence, effectiveness, efficiency and innovation. Monitor and evaluate the Department's performance and the implementation of all HR Programmes.
3. Serve as a strategic partner to Management by providing direction and guidance on human resource and organizational development matters including the promotion of innovative solutions to achieve strategic goals. Build and enhance strategic partnerships and promote synergies and linkages across the ILO and with external stakeholders to drive organizational change and success. Promote a strong organizational identity and support its alignment internally and externally.
4. Lead and guide the development and implementation of HR strategies, policies and programmes to address new organizational needs and initiatives including work-life balance, healthy workplace, achievement of gender equity and diversity targets, rewards and recognition, field conditions of service and fair compensation and benefits. Ensure consistent application of HR strategies, policies and practices across headquarter and field. Leverage technology to ensure the effective delivery of human resource services.
5. Implement innovative solutions to overcome organizational challenges, and execute strategies to improve the Office's capacity to anticipate and respond to constituents' needs. Serve as a catalyst for change and reform, and promote overall organizational effectiveness. Support staff engagement towards change and reform, and engage and empower line managers to embrace transitional leadership.
6. Promote a dynamic high performance culture based on the ILO's values and competencies, and develop methods to enhance staff engagement. Foster teamwork and collaboration between staff in the Department and across the Office at Headquarters and with the Regions and the Turin Centre.
7. Promote effective communication and facilitate open and transparent Staff /Management consultative processes. Negotiate and seek consensus on HR matters; hold regular consultations with elected staff representatives; and, chair / participate in joint advisory bodies and committees.
8. Represent the Organization in high-level meetings and negotiations on HR policy questions and promote the Organization's HR strategies and policies within the UN inter-agency system. Develop and share knowledge of emerging and best practices in the HR field, global HR topics and trends and UN common system HR initiatives.

Required Qualifications

Education
An advanced university degree in Human Resources, Business or Public Administration, law, social sciences or a related field. At least 15 years progressively responsible experience in human resources management or programme planning and management or a related area, including considerable experience at a senior level in a medium to large organization in the public or private sector in a multicultural environment. Prior experience working with senior management in a large Organization is critical.

Experience
Experience at the national and international levels. Good knowledge of HR best-practices. Ability to manage and implement complex organizational processes and drive strategic change. Experience with change management in an international context and knowledge of the conditions of service of the UN Common System or of international organizations would be considered an asset.

Languages
Excellent oral and written command of one of the ILO's working languages (English, French and Spanish) and proficiency in another. Working knowledge of a third language will be considered an advantage.

Competencies
In addition to the ILO core competencies at managerial level, the successful candidate should be able to demonstrate the following competencies:
Effective communication and leadership skills, excellent track record in human resource management. Ability to lead and manage large and diverse teams and to foster teamwork. The ability to work in a multicultural environment, and demonstrate gender-sensitive behaviour and attitudes. Ability to manage change within an Organization, develop and execute strategy, set priorities and ensure effective use of human and financial resources. Ability to develop results with integrity. Strong interpersonal skills, tact and diplomacy.

APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED DIRECTLY IF SELECTED FOR WRITTEN TEST.
APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED DIRECTLY IF SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW.

APPENDIX II CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to ILO Staff Regulations and other relevant internal
rules.
- The first contract will be issued for a twelve-month period (for Geneva-based positions) and a twenty-four
month period (for non Geneva-based positions)
- A successful external candidate will be on probation for the first two years of assignment.
- Any extension of contract beyond the probation period is subject to satisfactory conduct and performance.
Grade: D2

Salary and post adjustment (with dependants) US$
Salary Minimum 112096
rising to Maximum 123033
Post adjustment for Geneva Minimum 109517
Maximum 120203
Salary and post adjustment (without dependants) US$
Salary Minimum 102981
Maximum Maximum 112147
Post adjustment for Geneva Minimum 100612
Maximum 109567

Please note that the above salary levels are determined according to the criteria established by the International Civil Service Commission. The ILO is international public sector employer and salary and other employment conditions are not negotiable. Other allowances and benefits subject to specific terms of appointment: Children's allowance (except for the first child if the dependent rate of salary is paid in respect of that child);

· Children's education grant (per child per year);
· Pension and Health Insurance schemes;
· 30 working days' annual leave;
· Assignment Grant;
· Entitlement to transport expenses of personal effects;
· Repatriation Grant;
· Home-leave travel with eligible dependants every two years;
· Rental subsidy (if applicable).

Recruitment is normally made at the initial step in the grade.

Salaries and emoluments are exempt from taxation by the Swiss authorities and, on the basis of international agreements or national law relating to presence or residence abroad, are generally exempt from taxation by other governments. In the absence of exemption, in most cases tax paid will be reimbursed in accordance with an ILO document which will be supplied upon request.
While the successful candidate will be initially working in Geneva, he/she may be assigned to any duty station designated by the Director-General of the ILO.

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form.

To apply, please visit ILO's e-Recruitment website at: erecruit.ilo.org. The system provides instructions for online application procedures.
The ILO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process whether at the application, interview, processing or training stage. Messages originating from a non ILO e-mail account - @ilo.org - should be disregarded. In addition, the ILO does not require or need to know any information relating to the bank account details of applicants.
Depending on the location and availability of candidates, assessors and interview panel members, the ILO may use communication technologies such as Skype, Video or teleconference, e-mail, etc for the assessment and evaluation of candidates at the different stages of the recruitment process, including assessment centres, technical tests or interviews.
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