HR Officer (NPO)

Grade: NO-A
Contractual Arrangement: Fixed-term appointment
Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 1 year renewable subject to satisfactory performance, available funding and continued need for the position

Job Posting: Jun 16, 2025, 10:20:27 AM
Closing Date: Jul 8, 2025, 4:59:00 PM
Primary Location: Jerusalem
Organization: EM_PSE WHO Representative's Office, Palestine
Schedule: Full-time

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
To provide support to the Human Resources Officer, the Operation Officer and technical staff on human resources procedures implementation, ensure that HR services for staff at the country office are consistent and in accordance with WHO's staff regulations and rules, policies and procedures. He/she provides analysis and monitors needs and requirements to develop and implement flexible solutions in the area of HR. The role supports continuity and quality of service across national and non-staff HR operations and ensures HR services are aligned with WHO’s organizational objectives and Country Cooperation Strategy.
OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME
To ensure that effective WHO country presence is established to implement WHO country cooperation strategies that are aligned with Member State’s health and development agendas and harmonized with the United Nations country teams.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
The incumbent will be required to perform all or part of the following duties:

Provide consistent, timely advice and guidance to staff, non-staff, and managers on WHO HR rules, procedures, entitlements, and employment conditions, acting as a focal point for all HR-related queries.
Brief new staff and consultants on onboarding procedures and entitlements; support separating or reassigned staff with departure formalities and benefits.
Support the implementation, interpretation, and operationalization of HR policies, identifying compliant and practical solutions to support programme delivery.
Coordinate the recruitment and contract management of non-staff personnel, including consultants and LICAs, ensuring timely preparation and clearance of contracts and associated documentation in accordance with WHO rules.
Contribute to the recruitment and selection process of staff by supporting vacancy management, participating in screening and interviews, drafting documentation, and ensuring compliance with procedures.
Monitor all HR actions in GSM and Stellis, including appointments, extensions, reassignments, and separations, and take timely action to ensure data accuracy and compliance with deadlines.
Prepare HR reports, compliance monitoring tools, and statistical analyses; contribute to workforce planning and the identification of staffing gaps.
Support the implementation of performance management processes and tools; guide staff and managers on use of PMDS and follow up on timely completion.
Act as focal point for WHO HR-related systems and corporate platforms; provide training and troubleshooting support.
Coordinate with Programme and Finance teams on planning and availability of budget for HR actions for implementation of contract management.
Contribute to team learning by supporting newly appointed HR Assistants and sharing standardized practices and guidance across the HR team.
Participate in HR-related projects, inter-agency coordination, and roll-out of new systems if applicable.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Essential: University degree in human resources management, public or business administration, Law, social science, or related field.
Desirable: Knowledge of HR policies and practices in the UN Common System.
Experience
Essential: At least one year experience in the field of human resources services.
Desirable: Relevant experience in WHO, the UN System.
Skills
Knowledge of human resources policies, practices and procedures and ability to apply them in the country office setting.
Ability to identify issues, formulate opinions, make conclusions and recommendations.
Ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to convey written information in an effective manner
Sound analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to promote consensus, guide, and advise others
Time management skills.
WHO Competencies
Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Creating an empowering and motivating environment
Producing results
Use of Language Skills
Essential: Expert knowledge of English and Arabic.
REMUNERATION
Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at ILS 236,510 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level
Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.
In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO 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 through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.
According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.
Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.
The WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics.
The WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply.
Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be sent through an email to [email protected]
An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.
WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to
WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.
WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
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WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.
The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.
Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at [email protected].
This is a National Professional Officer position. Therefore, only applications from nationals of the country where the duty station is located will be accepted. Applicants who are not nationals of this country will not be considered.
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