Human Resources Assistant
Quick answer
The United Nations is hiring a Human Resources Assistant in New York for a temporary position, providing administrative support in recruitment, placement, and staff entitlements management, with a focus on human resources policies and procedures.
- Role
- Human Resources Assistant
- Organization
- United Nations
- Location
- NEW YORK
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Human Resources
The role
The Human Resources Assistant will provide administrative support in recruitment, placement, and staff entitlements management, as well as general office support services.
What you'll do
- Participate in the selection of candidates for secretarial, clerical and related categories positions
- Assist in the filling of posts for all categories
- Review and process requests for entitlements
- Provide advice and answers general queries on recruitment, placement and relocation
- Maintain human resources-related automated systems and applications
- Prepare written responses to queries concerning HR-related matters
What it takes
- High school diploma or equivalent
- A minimum of seven years of experience in human resources management, administrative services or related area
- Experience in the administration of staff entitlements and benefits using an ERP system such as SAP (UMOJA) or equivalent
- Experience in the implementation of the United Nations common system, or other similar international organization's human resources policies, procedures and practice
- Fluency in English (UN Level II in reading, writing, listening, and speaking)
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in NEW YORK.
Is the job remote?
The job is not remote; it is based at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, at least seven years of experience in human resources management, and fluency in English (UN Level II).
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted through the online recruitment platform, inspira, by visiting the provided link.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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