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Director for Human Resources

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Background  
Please note that the post grade is subject to approval by the Secretary General, which could result in the appointment being offered either at D1 or D2 level.
The Department of Human Resources (DHR) ensures that the OSCE has the human resources capacity necessary to successfully implement its mandates. DHR sets the policies and provides services in the areas of recruitment, administration of benefits and entitlements, payroll, performance management and training across the Organization.
Tasks and Responsibilities  
The Director for Human Resources, as a member of the senior management team, plays a key role in ensuring best HR practice in attracting, developing and motivating staff with professional skills matching the organizational needs. Under general guidance from the Secretary General, the incumbent will lead the Department in planning, co-ordinating and directing the human resources activities of the OSCE.
More specifically, the incumbent will be responsible for:
  • Providing leadership, general guidance and advice on HR-related issues to the Secretary General and the Secretariat’s Directors and to the Heads of OSCE Institutions and field operations, managers and staff; reviewing and monitoring their compliance with the existing framework of regulation policies and procedures;
  • Co-ordinating their contribution to the effective and efficient delivery of human resources services to all areas of the Organization;
  • Providing authoritative advice to the Secretary General on the establishment of policies covering all aspects of human resources management by reviewing and approving, or proposing for approval, the development and implementation of new HR policies, programmes and systems;
  • Liaising closely with the Chairmanship, Delegations of the participating States and OSCE governing bodies in advocating support and resources for the effectiveness of the organization;
  • Managing 42 DHR staff members and leading operational activities of the Department by setting targets, establishing priorities and overseeing the development and implementation of operating policies in three sections: Personnel Administration and Payroll, Recruitment and Training;
  • Incorporating gender sensitivity and awareness in all aspects of HR management;
  • Performing other related duties as required.
Necessary Qualifications  
  • Advanced university degree in human resources, business administration, management, public administration, law or a related field;
  • A minimum of fifteen years of progressively responsible professional experience in human resources management, including a significant part of this period at a managerial level, preferably within an international organization;
  • Thorough understanding and hands-on experience in personnel management and organizational change; knowledge of HR management theory and general management concepts;
  • Experience with the development and implementation of ERP systems;
  • Ability to provide leadership and motivation; ability to supervise a large number of staff and to plan the work and manage organizational units involved in diverse human resources functions;
  • Political sensitivity and excellent judgement, including strong analytical and negotiation skills;
  • Professional fluency in English; knowledge of other OSCE working languages would be an asset;
  • Excellent communication skills;
  • Demonstrated gender awareness and sensitivity, and an ability to integrate a gender perspective into tasks and activities;
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with people of different national and cultural backgrounds whilst maintaining impartiality and objectivity.
Remuneration Package  
Monthly remuneration will vary between EUR 9,828 (single rate) and EUR 10,633 (dependency rate) for the D1 grade and between EUR 10,610 (single rate) and EUR 11,549 (dependency rate) for the D2 grade, depending on post adjustment and family status. OSCE salaries are exempt from taxation in Austria. Social benefits will include possibility of participation in the Van Breda medical insurance scheme and the OSCE Provident Fund. Other allowances and benefits are similar to those offered under the United Nations Common System.
How to Apply  
If you wish to apply for this position, please use the OSCE's online application link found under http://www.osce.org/employment.
The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment, to offer an appointment at a lower grade or to offer an appointment with a modified job description or for a different duration.
Please note that vacancies in the OSCE are open for competition only amongst nationals of participating States, please see http://www.osce.org/who/83.
The OSCE is committed to achieving a better balance of women and men within the Organization. Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.
The OSCE is a non-career organization committed to the principle of staff rotation, therefore the maximum period of service in this post is 4 years.
Please be aware that the OSCE does not request payment at any stage of the application and review process.

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