HR Senior Associate, Cap Haitien, Haiti

## HR Senior Associate, Cap Haitien, Haiti - Organization:UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services - Field location:Cap Haitien - Office:UNOPS in Cap Haitien Position Title:HR Senior Associate Job Category:Human Resources Duty Station(s):Cap Haitien Seniority Level:Associate 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 Drive smooth HR operations by delivering reliable support, guidance, and services to teams and partners. 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 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. 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 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. - 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. Data Analysis, Human Resources Policies, Human Resources Information Systems, Human Resources Operations 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 Req