Human Resources Officer (Partner Manager)

About the role

The Human Resources Officer (Partner Manager) will support the Global Rostering Section in managing UN Secretariat staff selection rosters and will report to the Chief of the Global Rostering Section.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR policies and processes for recruitment and rostering, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities such as gender parity and diversity.
• Oversee the full rostering cycle, including preparation of generic job openings, shortlisting, interview coordination, and management of the Young Professionals Programme.
• Supervise Roster Managers and junior HR officers, providing guidance, performance feedback and capacity‑building for roster‑building partners.
• Analyze roster health data, project vacant posts, and ensure compliance with HR policies across the Secretariat.
• Design and deliver training programmes, contribute to examination policy development, and support change‑management initiatives.

Required profile

• Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in human resources management, business, public administration, social sciences, industrial‑organizational psychology, education, law or related field.
• Extensive experience in HR policy development, recruitment, talent management and roster administration within large organisations.
• Proven ability to lead teams, coordinate multi‑stakeholder projects and produce analytical reports.