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NATIONAL PROJECT PERSONNEL - HUMAN RESOURCES Pakistan-Islamabad (FAO)

NATIONAL PROJECT PERSONNEL - HUMAN RESOURCES 



  • Job Posting: 27/Oct/2021
  • Closure Date: 11/Nov/2021, 3:59:00 AM
  • Organizational Unit: FAPAK
  • Job Type: Non-staff opportunities
  • Type of Requisition: NPP (National Project Personnel)
  • Grade Level: N/A
  • Primary Location: Pakistan-Islamabad
  • Duration: 12 months
  • Post Number: N/A

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device


  • FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture
  • Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply
  • Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct and to uphold FAO's values
  • FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination  
  • All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
  • All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
  • FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization.

Organizational Setting

The position is based in FAO Representation in Islamabad, Pakistan. The main aim of the FAO country offices, which are

headed by an FAO Representative, is to assist governments to develop policies, programmes and projects to achieve food security and to reduce hunger and malnutrition, to help develop the agricultural, fisheries and forestry sectors and to use their environmental and natural resources in a sustainable manner.

Reporting Lines

Under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative in Pakistan, in close collaboration with Assistant FAO Representative

(Administration) and guidance from the Regional HR team, the National Project Personnel - Human Resources  

Technical Focus

The National Project Personnel - Human Resources undertakes human resources tasks related to the project. He /she ensures quality, and consistency of functions and processes. The job requires applicability of Human resources policies, procedures and practices. The incumbent provides procedural and policy guidance to managers and staff in and the work unit.

Tasks and responsibilities

  • Process recruitment cases of national (NPP/PSA/CL) personnel.
  • Provide assistance in selection processes, reviewing applications, arranging tests and interviews for candidates, preparing selection reports.
  • Initiate NSHR contacts, prior to obtaining necessary clearances and endorsements.
  • Prepare offers of employment for NSHR with complete information on terms and conditions of service.
  • Provide advice and assistance to employees concerning human resource matters requiring extensive reference to FAO Manual on established practices and procedures and prepare correspondence and reports on these matters.
  • Maintain complete and detailed personnel files of the employees of FAO Pakistan.
  • Liaise with RAP and CSH for data replication and updates on HR policies.
  • Research, compile and analyze information and statistics related to posts, NSHR & Salary, prepare briefs and Reports.
  • Answer queries on entitlements and personnel procedures, brief and debriefs NSHRs in conjunction with Global Resource Management System.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

  • University Degree in Administration, Human Resources or related field
  • At least three (3) years of progressively responsible HR experience
  • Working knowledge (Level C) of English
  •  Being a National of Pakistan

FAO Core Competencies

  • Results Focus
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Building Effective Relationships
  • Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills

  • Strong command over spoken and written English;
  • Computer skills in Office Applications Including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint;
  • Capability for planning, organizing and administering, on-the-job independent staff
  • training, sessions;
  • Having Knowledge of United Nations and International Organizations’ administrative policies and procedures.
  • Capable of working independently and under limited guidance.
  • Strong communication skills, and a strong spirit of teamwork

Selection Criteria

Candidates will be assessed against the requirements listed above.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing)
  • Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you need help please contact: Careers@fao.org
  • Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted
  • Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/  
  • For additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/ 

 

FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions. 

 

HOW TO APPLY

  • To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile.
  • Only applications received through the recruitment portal will be considered
  • Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile.



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