Support the Review of Job Profiles and Prepare Classification Report

Mission and objectives

Established by the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) of the United Nations (UN) in 1958 as one of the UN’s five regional commissions, ECA’s mandate is to promote the economic and social development of its member States, foster regional integration, and promote international cooperation for Africa’s development. Made up of 54 member States and playing a dual role as a regional arm of the UN and as a key component of the African institutional landscape, ECA is well positioned to make unique contributions in addressing the Continent’s development challenges. The strategic objective of ECA is framed around delivering ideas and actions for an empowered, inclusive and transformed Africa in the framework of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and Agenda 2063 of the African Union through its three core functions, namely, its function as a think tank, its convening function and its operational function. For more information, go to https://www.uneca.org.

Context

The Recruitment Services Unit (RSU) of the Human Resources Management Section is undertaking a Strategic Workforce Planning Initiative for the Subregional Office for North Africa (SRO-NA). The initiative aims to ensure that job profiles remain aligned with organizational priorities, accurately reflect current responsibilities, and support effective workforce planning and position management. The Online Volunteer will contribute to this effort by supporting the review and analysis of existing job descriptions and assisting in the preparation of a consolidated report containing recommendations for updating job profiles and supporting future job classification exercises. Through this assignment, the Online Volunteer will gain practical exposure to UN human resources management, job design, workforce planning, and classification methodologies.

Task type

Desk/literature review, mapping

Task description

We are looking for one Online Volunteer who, under the supervision of the Chief of the Recruitment Services Unit (HRMS), will support the review of job profiles and preparation of a consolidated classification report for the SRO-NA Strategic Workforce Planning Initiative.

The Online Volunteer will be asked to: Review existing job descriptions and compare them against current functions and organizational requirements; Identify job descriptions that require revision or updating; Draft revised job descriptions using the United Nations Master Standard and relevant Generic Job Profiles (GJPs) as reference; Compile supporting documentation required for job evaluation and classification review; Analyze the alignment of job profiles with the organizational structure and evolving functional requirements; Consolidate findings, observations, and recommendations into a final report.

The Online Volunteer will prepare and submit one Consolidated Job Profile Review and Classification Report, which will include:

• An inventory of all job descriptions reviewed;

• Draft revised job descriptions, where required;

• Supporting documentation for position management and classification review;

• Observations on the alignment of job profiles with organizational functions and strategic priorities;

• Recommendations for updating job descriptions in support of the Strategic Workforce Planning Initiative.

Assignment requirements

Required experience

At least five years of progressively responsible experience in human resources management or a related field is required. Experience in job classification, job evaluation, organizational design, or the review of job descriptions and terms of reference is desirable. Familiarity with the United Nations Common System and its human resources policies and procedures is an advantage.

Languages

English, Level: Fluent, Required

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