People and Culture Associate

United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: People and Culture Associate

Job No: 596321
Location: Abuja (FCT)

Purpose for the Job

• Under the close supervision and guidance of the People and Culture Specialist, the People and Culture Associate provides administrative, procedural and operational support and assistance to the efficient implementation of a broad range of Human Resources functions for all categories of staff in his/her office, ensuring accurate and timely delivery that is in compliance with UNICEF HR rules and regulations.  

Summary of key Functions/Accountabilities

• Support to business partnering.
• Support in processing of entitlements and benefits of local staff.
• Support in recruitment and placement.
• Support in organization design and job classification.
• Support in learning and capacity development.
• General office support.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Completion of secondary education, preferably supplemented by technical or university courses related to the work of the organization.
• Work Experience: A minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible administrative or clerical work experience required.
• Skills: Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in HR principles, HR systems, computer literacy, data extraction, operational problem-solving, and priority management.
• Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required.

Desirables:

• Language: Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.
• Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts.