HR Senior Associate

General Information Position Title HR Senior Associate Job Category Human Resources Duty Station(s) Cap Haitien Seniority Level Associate ICS Level ICS 07 Contract Type ICA
- LICA
- Support
- Regular Contract Level LICA 7 Posting Start Date 18-Aug-2026 Posting End Date 02-Sep-2026 Duration Ongoing contract subject to good performance and availability of funds Job Highlight Drive smooth HR operations by delivering reliable support, guidance, and services to teams and partners. About the Region #schemaField\_font\_style, #schemaField\_font\_style \
* { font-size: inherit important; font-style: normal important; color: inherit important; } #schemaField\_font\_style a { color: #006699 important; } #schemaField\_font\_style In Latin America and the Caribbean, UNOPS operates across 23 countries, delivering high-impact solutions that drive sustainable development. UNOPS focuses on building and improving resilient infrastructure—including roads, bridges, public facilities, sanitation systems, and housing—to enhance quality of life and foster inclusive growth. UNOPS also supports public health by procuring essential medicines and medical equipment, ensuring broader access to healthcare services. By strengthening institutional capacities, UNOPS promotes transparent, efficient, and equitable public management. As a trusted partner to governments and development stakeholders, UNOPS aligns its interventions with national priorities, helping countries advance the Sustainable Development Goals through practical, results-driven support. About the Project Office #schemaField\_font\_style, #schemaField\_font\_style \
* { font-size: inherit important; font-style: normal important; color: inherit important; } #schemaField\_font\_style a { color: #006699 important; } #schemaField\_font\_style Since 2004, UNOPS has partnered with the Government of Haiti, UN agencies, and international organizations to deliver high-quality project management, procurement, logistics, and technical services. With a strong focus on infrastructure and service delivery, UNOPS provides engineering expertise and governance support to implement projects that improve the lives of Haitians. The Haiti Country Office has played a key role in advancing critical infrastructure, including hospitals, roads, renewable energy systems, and housing. It has also supported the health sector by procuring essential medical equipment, ambulances, and other supplies. In recent years, UNOPS has delivered large volumes of IT equipment, vehicles, and goods to support institutional capacity. These efforts are aimed at strengthening public services and contributing to Haiti’s sustainable development. Role Purpose #schemaField\_font\_style, #schemaField\_font\_style \
* { font-size: inherit important; font-style: normal important; color: inherit important; } #schemaField\_font\_style a { color: #006699 important; } #schemaField\_font\_style The Senior HR Associate administers and implements a wide range of HR plans and processes that support Office personnel. Serving as the primary point of contact for internal and external clients, the HR Associate provides timely guidance, information and support on HR procedures, services and initiatives, ensuring consistent and client-focused service delivery. Functions / Key Results Expected #schemaField\_font\_style, #schemaField\_font\_style \
* { font-size: inherit important; font-style: normal important; color: inherit important; } #schemaField\_font\_style a { color: #006699 important; } #schemaField\_font\_style Policy Development and Implementation Support Collect, maintain, and continuously update data on workforce trends, risks, and opportunities to inform HR policy development and corporate initiatives. Support the rollout and implementation of HR strategies and initiatives aligned with corporate objectives. Generate workforce data and statistics to support planning, including personnel movement analysis. Communicate HR policy updates and new initiatives to management and personnel, offering clarification and guidance where needed. HR Advice Provide guidance on HR systems and processes, including recruitment, contract administration, position management, performance management, and benefits and entitlements in line with UNOPS rules and procedures. Offer day-to-day advice to personnel on administrative processes and practices. Act as a liaison between HR and internal/ external clients, proactively facilitating access to information and services as authorized. Support a positive onboarding experience by ensuring the timely processing of onboarding documentation. Advise supervisors and hiring managers on recruitment procedures, performance management, learning initiatives, and approaches to managing underperformance. Support institutional gender and diversity efforts by advising on issues of equity, compliance, inclusion, and organizational value. Talent Acquisition and Administration Contribute to all stages of the recruitment and selection process, including requisition creation, longlisting, testing, interviews, reference checks, approvals, offer/rejection communications, and HR system updates. Prepare and calculate fees for Individual Contractor Agreement (ICA) personnel. Advise UNOPS personnel, consultants, partners and project personnel on conditions of service and entitlements based on contract modality, ensuring a smooth and client-focused onboarding process. Maintain recruitment plans, rosters and tools to support effective workforce planning and retention. Coordinate with the Shared Services Centre (SSC) on personnel administration matters. Research policy precedents and support the HR Lead in addressing talent acquisition issues, considering any applicable exceptions. Submit transactional HR data in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and other HR information systems, covering a range of functions including: Recruitment and selection, e.g. requisition initiation, approvals, offers/ rejections, etc. Contractual and position actions (e.g. appointments, extensions, separations, reclassifications, etc). Ensure completion of HR processes (e.g. absence requests, performance evaluations, etc) by following up with supervisors and supervisees. Establish and maintain tracking systems, alerting the HR Lead to pending actions and upcoming deadlines. Maintain accurate personnel files and reference records. Support or conduct payroll verification activities. Knowledge Building and Sharing Support the organization, facilitation and delivery of training and learning sessions on HR topics. Participate in knowledge-sharing initiatives and Communities of Practice (CoPs), contributing insights and lessons learned from HR project implementation, Conduct research on HR-related topics and contribute to the drafting of reports, summaries and briefing notes. Skills Data Analysis, Human Resources Policies, Human Resources Information Systems, Human Resources Operations Competencies .competency-scope .competency-group { margin-bottom: 40px; } .competency-scope .competency { max-width: 900px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 15px; font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; line-height: 1.5; text-align: justify; margin-bottom: 24px; } .competency-scope .competency\_\_icon { width: 90px; height: 90px; flex: 0 0 90px; } .competency-scope .competency\_\_text { flex: 1; } Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organisational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion. Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground. Education Requirements #schemaField\_font\_style, #schemaField\_font\_style \
* { font-size: inherit important; font-style: normal important; color: inherit important; } #schemaField\_font\_style a { color: #006699 important; } #schemaField\_font\_style Required Secondary school (or equivalent) with 7 years of relevant experience OR Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with 3 years of relevant experience is required. Desired A globally or nationally recognized professional certificate in Human Resource Management (HRM) is desired. Experience Requirements #schemaField\_font\_style, #schemaField\_font\_style \
* { font-size: inherit important; font-style: normal important; color: inherit important; } #schemaField\_font\_style a { color: #006699 important; } #schemaField\_font\_style Required Relevant experience is work in any area of Human Resource Management (HRM). Experience in the use of collaboration and productivity tools (e.g. MS Office, G-Suite, etc) and web-based management systems is required. Desired Experience of working in multicultural environments or UN system organizations in a developing country is desired. Experience in development or humanitarian contexts is desired. Language Requirements Language Proficiency Level Requirement French Fluent Required English Fluent Required Additional Information .justified-content { text-align: justify important; } .justified-content ul { list-style: disc inside; margin: 0; padding-left: 1em; } .justified-content li { margin-bottom: 0.5em; } .justified-content div { margin: 0.75em 0 0.25em 0; } UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes. UNOPS will at no stage of the recruitment process request candidates to make payments of any kind. Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the selection process, which may include various assessments. UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of a wide range of nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. We strive to sustain and strengthen this diversity, fostering an inclusive working environment where all personnel are treated with respect and have equal access to opportunities. UNOPS evaluates all applications based on the skills, qualifications and experience outlined in the vacancy announcement. We are committed to a fair and transparent selection process and welcome diverse perspectives, including those of women, indigenous and racialized communities, individuals of diverse gender identities and sexual orientations, and persons with disabilities. We are committed to enabling all candidates to perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require support or reasonable accommodation to complete any assessment, please inform our human resources team upon receiving your invitation. UNOPS has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment, and other forms of abusive conduct, including discrimination, abuse of authority, and harassment. To uphold these standards, background checks are conducted for all final candidates to help ensure that individuals with a history of such conduct are not hired. By applying for a position with UNOPS, candidates acknowledge and consent to these verification processes. Terms and Conditions For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post. For retainer contracts, you must complete a few mandatory courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract. Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers. For more information on a retainer contract here. For more details about the contract types, please click here. All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda. It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks. .justified-content { text-align: justify important; } Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments. UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities. We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation. Terms and Conditions For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post. For retainer contracts, you must complete a few mandatory courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract. Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers. For more information on a retainer contract here. All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda. It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.