Staff Development Officer, Bonn

Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located in the Organizational Development Section (ODS), Strategic Talent Management Service (STMS), Global Strategy and Policy Division (GSPD), Office of Human Resources (OHR), Department of Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance (DMSPC). The incumbent reports directly to the Chief, ODS. ODS manages a wide range of the Organization's learning and development programmes, for staff at all levels. These programmes are aimed at developing core values, core and managerial competencies and promoting a shared organizational culture and values. In addition, ODS is responsible for the coordination of opportunities offered to staff for the upgrading of their substantive and technical skills. ResponsibilitiesWithin limits of delegated authority, the Staff Development Officer will be responsible for the following duties: General • Develops and implements new human resources policies, practices and procedures to meet the evolving needs of the Organization. • Monitors and ensures the implementation of human resources policies, practices and procedures related to learning and career satisfaction. • Keeps abreast of developments in the area of learning and career satisfaction • Prepares reports and participates and/or leads special human resources project. • Plan, organize, manage and supervise the work of the Leadership team in ODS. Leadership and Management development • Assesses and analyzes leadership and managerial development needs across the Organization, designing targeted programmes to strengthen leadership capabilities at all levels. • Implemente the Senior Leadership Support Programme (SLSP 2.0) in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. • Facilitates the work of the Community of Practice Working Group on Leadership to identify, plan and implement joint leadership development initiatives with UN agencies, funds and programmes. • Provides advice to senior leaders and managers on leadership development, team effectiveness, and sound management practices. • Supports organizational development initiatives, with a focus on leadership culture, change management, and strengthening managerial accountability. • Promotes and coordinates the application of the Learning Needs Analysis Toolkit and Learning Evaluation Framework across the Secretariat to ensure evidence-based learning design and impact assessment. • Evaluates the effectiveness and impact of leadership and management programmes across the Secretariat and recommends improvements to enhance coherence and maximize organizational impact. Other duties • Supervises and monitors the work of the junior human resources officers in undertaking the full range of human resource management activities. • Prepare policy papers, position papers and briefing notes on issues related to learning and development. • Coordinates and participates in inter-agency meetings related to learning and development, organizational development and career satisfaction CompetenciesPROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of human resources policies, practices and procedures and ability to apply them in an organizational setting. Ability to identify issues, formulate opinions, make conclusions and recommendations. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently. CREATIVITY: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks “outside the box”; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches. EducationAn advanced university degree (Master’s or Doctorate degree, or equivalent) in education, learning development, human resources management business or public administration, social sciences or related field is required. A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in the specified fields of studies with two additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceA minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in human resources management, administration or related area, including designing learning programmes using a variety of learning methodologies (including online, social, face-to-face and blended learning) is required. Experience in conducting learning impact assessment and needs assessments is desirable. Experience in applying behavioural science in learning is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. French is desirable. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult for details).