(�,

United \��} Nations Secretariat

Vacancy A1111ou11ceme11tfor Positions in the Department of Peace Operations
requiring official secourlmentfrom 11atio11al govemmenls of Member Slates of tile Uniter! Nations Organizatio11
VACANCY ANNOUN CEMENT N U MBER 2022-SPC-75776-DPO
DEADLI NE FOR APPLICATIONS 30 September 2022
POST TITLE AN D LEVEL Personnel Management Officer, P-3
DUTY STATION BRINDISI
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT D EPARTMENT OF PEACE OPERATIONS
I N DICATIVE MINIMUM GROSS A N N UAL U .S. Dollars 75,972
REMU N E RATION (NOT I NCLUDI NG POST ADJUSTM ENT)

CIRC U LATION LIMITED TO MEMBER STATES. APPOINTMENTS ARE LIMITED TO SERVICE ON POSTS FINAN C E D BY THE
SU PPORT ACCOUNT O F PEACE OPERATIONS.
United Nations Core Values: 111.legrity, Professio11alism am/ Respectfor Diversity
RESPONSIBILITIES: The. Police Personnel Management Officer reports directly to the SPC Team Leader of the Standing Police Capacity (SPC) which is
a UN Police mechanism for starting up police components in new UN peace operations as well as assisting existing operations and partners on a continual basis.
The incumbent is expected to deploy to peace operations for a period from 3 up to 6 months away from his/her duty station. When in the field, the incumbent
evaluates the National Law Enforcement Personnel management, administration process, national system and other instruments related to strengthening the
independence and personnel performance of law enforcement agencies as well as increasing their gender mainstreaming, transparency and accountability. S/he
ad1·ices UN peace operations police components as well as national police services and authorities on the establishment of an efficient, transparent institutional
law enforcement personnel system through capacity-building activities. S/he monitors and evaluates recruitment and placement related activities of law
enforcement agencies and recommends changes or corrections related to procedures to these offices, evaluates and mentors the work of the National Law
Enforcement Agencies Pe;sonncl Resources in carrying out ail human resources administrative transactions including preparation of personnel actions,
maintenance of staffing tables, and processing of contracts and mainstreaming of gender policies. The incumbent assists in ensuring that the SP C's activities are
adequately framed and integrated into a wider rule of law framework, in particular with regard to identifying and supporting relevant linkages between
administrative systems, legislative, judicial reform, police and prison reforms. S/he provides advice and support to managers and staff of national law
enforcement agencies on the establishment of eHicienL and transparent personnel systems related matters. S/he prepares special reports and participates and/or
leads special personnel management resources proj ects including on enhanced recruitment offemale police officers within the UN Global Effort. S/he will keep
abreast of developments in various areas of personnel management. On the Administration of the Law Enforcement Agencies Personnel Department (institution) :
S/he will provide advice on interpretation and application of policies, regulations and rules as well as initiate reviews when appropriate. S/he administers and
provides advice on salary and related benefits, if applicable. Assists classification analysis ofjobs in the national Law Enforcement Agencies. S/he provides
gu idance to national Law Enforcement Agencies Personnel managers on the application of classification policies and procedures and by undertaking a whole
office review.

COMPETENCIES:
Professionalism: Knowledge of police human resources policies, practices and procedures and ability to apply them in a police organizational
and institutional setting. Ability to identify issues, formulate policy, make conclusions and recommendations. Demonstrates professional
competence and mastery of subj ect matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is
motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges. Remains calm in
stressful situations. Takes responsibil ity for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas
of work. Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments;
adj usts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies
when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to
achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others ' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda
before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own
position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

QUALIFICATIONS :
Education: Advanced university degree (Master' s degr ee or equivalent) in criminal justice, police sciences, police administration and
management or other related field. A first level university degree in combination with qualifying experience in law enforcement and police
may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Graduation from a certified police academy or similar law enforcement training
institution is required. Work Experience: A minimum of five years (seven years in absence of advanced university degree) of progressively
responsible experience in police administration, management, human resources or related field, including police human resources planning and
recruitment at the national and/or international level is required. Knowledge of project management and experience in training delivery as well as
of gender mainstreaming is an advantage. Peacekeeping or other international experience in the UN or other organizations is desirable. Rank: The
candidate must be in the rank of Chief/Senior Inspector, Major, equivalent or higher rank. Languages: For the post advertised, fluency in
oral and 'written English is required. Fluency in French is desirable.
Date of Issuance: 5 July 2022
Preference will be given to equally qualified women candidates