Human Resources Specialist

Position details

• Vacancy number: 2602335
• Opportunity type: Non-staff opportunities
• Grade / contract type: Consultant
• Organizational unit: FLHAI - FAO Representation in Haiti
• Duration: 11 months (with possibility of extension)
• Application deadline: 28/Nov/2026, 4:59:00 AM

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• FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture.
• Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply;
• Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values
• FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination　　
• All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
• All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality

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Organizational Setting

The FAO Office in Haiti is responsible for developing, promoting, supervising, and implementing agreed strategies to address national priorities in food security, agriculture, and rural development in Haiti. It develops and maintains relations with the relevant ministries at the national level. The main objective of FAO country offices, led by an FAO Representative, is to assist governments in developing policies, programs, and projects to achieve food security, reduce hunger and malnutrition, support the development of the agriculture, fisheries, and forestry sectors, and ensure the sustainable use of their environmental and natural resources.

Reporting Lines

Under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative in Haiti, the direct supervision of the Head of Administration, in close collaboration with the Programme, Administration and Procurement Units. The incumbent will also work closely with the other teams within the FAO Representation.

Technical Focus

The Human Resources Specialist will provide technical advice and coordinate the delivery of HR services for the FAO Representation in Haiti, covering recruitment, workforce planning, performance management and HR operations, in accordance with FAO rules, regulations, policies and procedures. The incumbent will also support HR reporting, contribute to process improvements and coordinate with relevant stakeholders to address complex HR matters.

Tasks and responsibilities

•    Support annual recruitment planning for the FAO Representation in Haiti.
•    Monitor and analyze filled and vacant positions, including data on post occupancy, personnel categories and grades, funding sources and gender distribution.
•    Manage the day-to-day operations of the HR Unit in Haiti and ensure the efficient and effective delivery of HR services.
•    Participate in internal and external meetings on HR-related matters, as required.
•    Coordinate with the Human Resources Division, the Shared Service Centre and other relevant stakeholders on HR strategies, policies, guidelines and the implementation of corporate HR initiatives in Haiti.
•    Support the smooth implementation of HR initiatives within the FAO Representation in Haiti.
•    Advise hiring managers on matters concerning staff and affiliate personnel.
•    Prepare briefing notes on relevant HR matters for senior management visits and missions.
•    Support the recruitment and hiring of staff and affiliate personnel.
•    Coordinate post management actions for the FAO Representation in Haiti.
•    Support internal and external audits on HR-related matters and follow up on the implementation and closure of agreed actions and recommendations.
•    Identify capacity gaps and training needs within the HR team and propose appropriate capacity development and knowledge-sharing opportunities.
•    Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
•    Lead and take overall responsibility for international travel management, including planning, authorization, entitlements, and coordination for national and international personnel, ensuring compliance with FAO policies, security requirements, and L3 duty station procedures.
•    Supervise and oversee local travel operations, including mission planning, approvals, coordination with security and logistics of travel requests, ensuring efficiency, and compliance.
•    Participate in interview panels for the recruitment of affiliate personnel (but not staff members) 
•    Exercise supervisory functions over other affiliate personnel (but not staff members)  
•    Perform other duties as required.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

•    Advanced University degree from an institution recognized by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/UNESCO in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Management, Organizational Development, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Labour Relations, Social Sciences, Labour/Employment Law, Economics or any other discipline relevant to the work of the Organization. Consultants with bachelor's degree need two additional years of relevant professional experience.
•    At least 5 years of relevant experience in Human Resources, Administration and/or related areas.
•    Full proficiency/Working knowledge of English.

FAO Core Competencies

•    Results Focus
•    Teamwork
•    Communication
•    Building Effective Relationships
•    Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills  

•    Work experience in more than one location or area of work.
•    Full proficiency/Working knowledge of French is desirable.
•    Work experience in in recruitment planning, selection processes, hiring of staff and affiliate personnel, and post management.
•    Ability to interpret and apply HR rules, regulations and procedures, advise hiring managers, and support audits and follow-up on recommendations
•    Ability to interpret and apply HR rules, regulations and procedures, advise hiring managers, and support audits and follow-up on recommendations 
•    Experience in managing international and local travel, including planning, authorizations, entitlements, and coordination with security and logistics, in compliance with organizational policies and L3 duty station procedures.

Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency

HOW TO APPLY

• To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
• Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application

• Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/. These qualifications should be in alignment with the International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED) mappings. 

• Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications
• Incomplete applications will not be considered
• Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAO’s behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications, assessment tests, background checks and other related services. You will be asked to provide your consent before submitting your application. You may withdraw consent at any time, by withdrawing your application, in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application
• Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered
• Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile
•  We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.

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