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Grade: P4
Contractual Arrangement: Fixed-term appointment
Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 2 years
Job Posting: Apr 1, 2026, 1:43:01 AM
Closing Date: Apr 14, 2026, 4:5+:00 PM
Primary Location: India-New Delhi
Organization: SE/DAF Director – Administration & Finance
Schedule: Full-time
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device’s system settings.
OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME
The Department of Administration and Finance is responsible for providing efficient and effective support service to all programmes and activities of the Organization in the South-East Asia Region in respect of human resources management, administration, budget and finance, procurement, conference, IT services, staff security and staff medical services.The objective of the Human Resources Management (HRM) unit in SEARO is to recruit the best qualified personnel in a timely manner; deliver effective and efficient HR services to clients in the Regional Office and country offices; promote a culture of staff well-being and development; and guide staff and managers through the provision of expert advice on all human resource related matters.The objective of the Human Resources Management (HRM) unit in SEARO is to recruit the best qualified personnel in a timely manner; deliver effective and efficient HR services to clients in the Regional Office and Country Offices; promote a culture of staff well-being and development; and guide staff and managers through the provision of expert advice on all human resource related matters.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
Under the general guidance of the Regional HR Manager has overall responsibility in managing a wide spectrum of human resource functions, within the limits of delegated authority for the Regional Office. Specifically to:
Manage the operations of the HRM Administration unit (HRM-ADM), including the interpretation and implementation of human resource policies and decisions of the Regional Director with respect to staff management for the whole Region. Ensure efficient and quality HR services to all staff in the Region.
Participate in the design, development and implementation of the recruitment and selection process for the Region, providing efficient staffing services and solutions to ensure hiring and placement of highly qualified employees to meet the organization requirements.
Provide strategic advice and counsel to senior management in addressing employee and organizational issues, including employee relations and disciplinary issues.Monitor changes emanating from the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC) and other coordinating bodies, formulating position and recommendations on new personnel policies and practices and/or adaptations to existing ones.
Administer and implement the post classification system for professional and support staff in the Region.
Advise technical unit managers in the design of jobs and unit structures. Oversee the Performance Management Development System (e-PMDS) and ensure its effectiveness and compliance within the Region; providing training to staff as required;
In consultation with senior management, support Staff Development and Learning initiatives, and contribute to the formulation of staff development and learning programmes for staff in the Region.
In coordination with the Legal Officer, review and advise on statement of appeals, rejoinders/surrejoinders for presentation the Regional Board of Appeal, HQ Board of Appeal, as appropriate.
Represent the Organization in inter-agency coordination meetings, and act as focal point and resource person on HR-related issues.
Grade: P4
Contractual Arrangement: Fixed-term appointment
Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 2 years
Job Posting: Apr 1, 2026, 1:43:01 AM
Closing Date: Apr 14, 2026, 4:5+:00 PM
Primary Location: India-New Delhi
Organization: SE/DAF Director – Administration & Finance
Schedule: Full-time
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device’s system settings.
OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME
The Department of Administration and Finance is responsible for providing efficient and effective support service to all programmes and activities of the Organization in the South-East Asia Region in respect of human resources management, administration, budget and finance, procurement, conference, IT services, staff security and staff medical services.The objective of the Human Resources Management (HRM) unit in SEARO is to recruit the best qualified personnel in a timely manner; deliver effective and efficient HR services to clients in the Regional Office and country offices; promote a culture of staff well-being and development; and guide staff and managers through the provision of expert advice on all human resource related matters.The objective of the Human Resources Management (HRM) unit in SEARO is to recruit the best qualified personnel in a timely manner; deliver effective and efficient HR services to clients in the Regional Office and Country Offices; promote a culture of staff well-being and development; and guide staff and managers through the provision of expert advice on all human resource related matters.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
Under the general guidance of the Regional HR Manager has overall responsibility in managing a wide spectrum of human resource functions, within the limits of delegated authority for the Regional Office. Specifically to:
Manage the operations of the HRM Administration unit (HRM-ADM), including the interpretation and implementation of human resource policies and decisions of the Regional Director with respect to staff management for the whole Region. Ensure efficient and quality HR services to all staff in the Region.
Participate in the design, development and implementation of the recruitment and selection process for the Region, providing efficient staffing services and solutions to ensure hiring and placement of highly qualified employees to meet the organization requirements.
Provide strategic advice and counsel to senior management in addressing employee and organizational issues, including employee relations and disciplinary issues.Monitor changes emanating from the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC) and other coordinating bodies, formulating position and recommendations on new personnel policies and practices and/or adaptations to existing ones.
Administer and implement the post classification system for professional and support staff in the Region.
Advise technical unit managers in the design of jobs and unit structures. Oversee the Performance Management Development System (e-PMDS) and ensure its effectiveness and compliance within the Region; providing training to staff as required;
In consultation with senior management, support Staff Development and Learning initiatives, and contribute to the formulation of staff development and learning programmes for staff in the Region.
In coordination with the Legal Officer, review and advise on statement of appeals, rejoinders/surrejoinders for presentation the Regional Board of Appeal, HQ Board of Appeal, as appropriate.
Represent the Organization in inter-agency coordination meetings, and act as focal point and resource person on HR-related issues.
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