Chief,HR Policies and Administrative Law, P5

The Chief of HR Policies and Administrative Law Division manages the division, develops and implements HR policies and procedures, provides strategic guidance on HR matters, leads teams, and represents the Human Resources Department in inter-agency meetings. The role involves ensuring consistent application of HR policies across UNRWA and deputizing the Director of Human Resources.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Human Resources Policies and Administrative Law Division (HRPAL) including planning and coordinating work objectives.
• Develop HR policies, practices, and procedures aligned with strategic planning and agency goals.
• Provide guidance on interpretation and implementation of HR policies and procedures across the Agency.
• Prepare rules, policy, position papers and proposals on HR issues and reforms.
• Advise Field and HQ management ensuring consistent application of HR policies.
• Lead and direct subordinate staff in appeals and grievances processes.
• Collaborate with the Department of Legal Affairs on administrative and employment law systems.
• Represent HRD in inter-agency meetings and cooperation projects.
• Consult with staff unions, government representatives, and inter-agency officials as instructed.
• Keep abreast of UN issuances and international best practices affecting HR strategies and policies.
• Review and update Agency Staff Rules and Regulations and policy issuances.
• Serve as primary policy advisor to the Director of Human Resources.
• Provide training on HR policies and best practices to managers and stakeholders.
• Coordinate disciplinary and appeals processes with the Department of Legal Affairs.
• Deputize the Director of Human Resources when designated.

Requirements

• Advanced university degree (master’s or equivalent) from an accredited educational institution in human resources management, public or business administration, law or in a related area such as social or behavioral sciences.
• At least ten years of relevant and progressive/varied human resources experience, including a minimum of five years in the UN system, or in international or governmental institutions at a senior supervisory level.
• At least five years of experience in human resources regulatory framework design, including staff relations and case management.
• At least five years of experience leading and managing teams.
• For international posts, at least two continuous years of relevant international experience outside UNRWA and outside the country(s) of nationality or citizenship.
• Familiarity with the history of contemporary problems in the Middle East is desirable.
• Familiarity with UN Common System practices is desirable.
• Working knowledge of Arabic and/or another official language is desirable.
• Experience and/or familiarity with the UN administrative law including preparation of submissions to the Dispute and Appeals Tribunals is desirable.
• Candidates must disclose any outside activities as required by UNRWA policies.

Skills

• Human Resources Management
• Public Administration
• Business Administration
• Human Resources Regulatory Framework
• Staff Relations
• Case Management
• Team Leadership
• UN System Experience
• HR Policy Implementation
• Administrative Law
• UN Administrative Law
• International HR Experience
• Dispute and Appeals Tribunal Submissions
• Strategic HR Advice
• Inter-agency Representation

Languages

English