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Human Resources Officer ( Learning and Training)

TERMS OF REFERENCE

Human Resources Officer-NO-A – Temporary Appointment

Title : Human Resources Officer (Learning & Training)

Contract status : : Temporary Appointment

Post category and level : National Officer (NO-A)

Duration : 364 days

Section : Operations / Human Resources

Duty station : Antananarivo

Country : Madagascar

Closing date : 26 April 2015

I – PURPOSE OF THE POST

Under supervision of Human Resources Specialist, P-3, and in collaboration with the HR Officer, NOA, the incumbent will be responsible for the promotion, management and implementation of learning activities for staff including learning activities on UNICEF policies and practices. He / she will manage the office learning and development plan and play a key role in the implementation of the Skills Development Assessment action plan. He / she will identify and source institutions and other learning opportunities for cost effective, high impact staff capacity development.

II- MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Coordinate the implementation of the learning & training plan, with an emphasis on the priority areas identified by the 2014 Skills Development Assessment (SDA). Operationalize the SDA action plan, to systematically and objectively assesse staff and organizational learning/training needs, in line with the learning/training Policy thrust of UNICEF. Provide technical support in the design and implementation of innovative and focused learning & development strategies capable of translating into real performance gains, to deliver on the results of UNICEF Madagascar Country Programme Management Plan( 2015-2019) – within available budgets.
  • Implement high impact, cost-effectively learning courses by mobilizing internal resources (including UNICEF e-learning courses) for their execution with the thrust coming from the incumbent and thereby reducing dependence on external facilitators. Lead and manage the interface between external training providers and UNICEF Madagascar, ensuring that the training given by them meets staff needs and contributes to the acquisition/development of competencies required for an effective implementation of the Country Programme.
  • Develop best practices in all aspects of staff development, (in consultation with the Supervisor and the Chief of Operations), performance management and constantly evaluate the effectiveness of training programmes to determine challenges and areas of improvement. Assist in securing specialist advice, guidance to line management on training and development and to ensure that training becomes an integral part of staff development.
  • Develop appropriate relationships for staff development between the main office and field-based staff (ATRs) that promotes learning/training/coaching initiatives and would shape a learning culture in UNICEF Madagascar. Support the Managers of field based staff in providing virtual supervision and provide simple and effective tools for mentoring and coaching.
  • Identify and establish Training infrastructure (through consultation with the Country Management Team and OLDS/NYHQ), for adequate delivery of a range of quality services in the area of programme management, in particular. Support Programme sections and Operations units (especially ICT) in the implementation and documentation of innovative learning modalities.
  • Prepare induction/orientation programmes for all categories of new staff and facilitate the implementation and monitoring of such programmes. Develop learning/training programmes for existing staffs to ensure that they are given appropriate training opportunities that contribute to their professional development.
  • Prepare simple tools for briefing off-boarding staff (separation, transfer). Introduce effective tools for knowledge transfer, in view of the prevailing high turnover and ensure dissemination.
  • Contribute to providing or, at least securing, through internal and external resources, guidance and counseling services to staff in work related areas, career development, interpersonal relations and other issues that could be of real interest and concern to staff.
  • Keep and maintain up-to-date staff personal training history and record for career planning purposes and administration. Provide on-going updates to established training programs already in place.
  • Introduce simple, yet effective tools for systematic evaluation of the impact of learning on individual & teams’ performance. Build on the pilot phase of 2014, to ensure that mechanisms are in place for assessing and documenting the return on the office learning investment
  • Review at the end of each year the Office’s achievement with regard to the annual learning/training plan and activities, highlighting success, weaknesses and challenges; alignment with regional and global priorities. Draft report including ESAR feedback on previous learning plans & reports, as well as recommendations for consideration in the preparation of the Annual Management Plan.

III – QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

  • Advanced University degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Social Sciences or related field with specialized training in Learning and staff development.
  • At least one year of progressively responsible professional work experience at national / international level in managing and delivering training and staff development programmes for international organizations. A good knowledge of Research on Training/Learning and Staff Development would be an asset.
  • Fluency in both French and English is required (oral and written). Knowledge of the local language (Malagasy) is an asset

a) UNICEF Competencies Profile

i) Core Values (Required)

  •  Commitment
  •  Diversity and Inclusion
  •  Integrity

ii) Core Competencies (Required)

  •  Communication [II]
  •  Drive for Result [I]
  •  Working With People [II]

iii)Functional Competencies (Required)

  •  Analyzing [I]
  •  Applying Technical Expertise [II]
  •  Following Instructions and Procedures [II]
  •  Planning and Organizing [I]
  •  Relating and Networking [II]
  •  Learning and Researching [II]
  •  Good teamwork skills in a multicultural environment.
  •  Being Malagasy nationality

IV. HOW TO APPLY :

Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications (motivation letter, UN personal History Form (P11 available on http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/P11.doc), copies of academic degree, updated CV, copy of passport to: [email protected] with reference:
“15/STAFF/TA/HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER-NOA-”
Deadline: 26 Avril 2015(Incomplete application or received later the deadline will not be considered)
Only short listed candidates who corresponds to the above criteria will be contacted.
See the list of accredited institutions in the following link:**[www.whed.net*](http://www.whed.net/)
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