HR Business Partner (HRBP)
Quick answer
UNFPA is hiring a senior HR Business Partner to lead strategic human resources initiatives, manage performance and talent programs, and provide expert advisory services for the organization.
- Role
- HR Business Partner (HRBP)
- Organization
- UNFPA
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Human Resources
The role
The HR Business Partner (HRBP) will manage the interface between business units and the Human Resources function at UNFPA, providing strategic guidance and driving HR initiatives. The role involves supervising a team of specialists, overseeing talent management, performance systems, and recruitment processes across assigned regions. The successful candidate will act as a senior advisor to leadership, ensuring HR policies are implemented equitably to support the organization's global strategic goals.
What you'll do
- Lead the implementation of HR policies, performance systems, and talent management programs.
- Act as a strategic advisor to leadership on workforce planning and organizational effectiveness.
- Manage recruitment activities and administration for national and international staff and consultants.
- Supervise a team of Human Resources Specialists and Assistants to ensure efficient service delivery.
- Provide technical leadership on HR initiatives and change management processes.
What it takes
- Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
- 10 years of relevant HR experience, including 5 years at an international level.
- Proven experience in a supervisory or managerial role.
- Mastery of modern HR concepts and effective conflict resolution skills.
- Fluency in English; knowledge of other UN official languages is desirable.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive net salary, health insurance, and other benefits as applicable to UN international staff.
Frequently asked questions
What is the expected compensation for this role?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting, though it is described as an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary and benefits.
What is the minimum level of education required?
Candidates are required to have a Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Organizational Development, or a related discipline.
How much professional experience is required for this position?
You must have at least 10 years of progressively relevant experience in HR management, with at least 5 years at an international level and 5 years in a similar role.
How do I apply for this position?
The job description does not provide a specific deadline or a link to apply, but notes that this is a re-advertisement and previous applicants need not reapply.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNFPA's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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