UNICEF·Apr 10, 2026

People & Culture Officer (HRBP Support)

The UNV will be responsible for the following: - Support the Strategic HR Business Partner in delivering key People & Culture priorities, including workforce planning, organizational development, change management, staf...

On-siteNationalSpecialist UCoS from Apr202617. Partnerships for the goals
On-site

Pakistan

Islamabad

Duration

365 days

Extendable

Positions

1 Available

Deadline

Apr 24, 2026

9 days left

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Sustainable Development Goal

17. Partnerships for the goals

General Information

Description of assignment title

People & Culture Officer (HRBP Support)

Assignment country

Pakistan

Expected start date

Apr 21, 2026

Sustainable Development Goal

17. Partnerships for the goals

Volunteer category

Specialist UCoS from Apr2026

Host entity

UNICEF

Type

onsite

Duration

365 days
(with possibility of extension)

Number of assignments

1

Duty stations

Islamabad

Assignment Details

Mission and Objectives

Pakistan was the sixth country in the world to sign and ratify the Convention on the Rights of the Child, less than one year after it was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1989. However, children and adolescents living in Pakistan still face acute challenges. UNICEF supports the Government of Pakistan to accelerate progress for children, work to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and help children realize their rights under the Convention on the Rights of Children. This will be made through, among others things, strong partnerships with provincial authorities, teachers and health professionals, frontline workers and social mobilisers, communities and families, and of course the children and adolescents themselves. In particular, UNICEF will work so that: Every child survives and thrives -- being in good health, immunised, protected from polio and accessing nutritious food. Every child learns. Every child is protected from violence and exploitation, and registered at birth. Every child lives in a safe and clean environment, with access to safe drinking water and adequate sanitation.

Context

Under the close supervision of the People & Culture Specialist (Strategic HR Business Partner), the People & Culture Associate provides administrative, procedural, and operational support to the efficient delivery of strategic HRBP support to the internal and external stakeholders in line with UNICEF people and culture agenda.

Task Description

The UNV will be responsible for the following: - Support the Strategic HR Business Partner in delivering key People & Culture priorities, including workforce planning, organizational development, change management, staff engagement, and learning effectiveness. - Facilitate strategic HRBP engagements by coordinating inputs, tracking actions, and supporting effective communication with sections and field offices. - Contribute to change management initiatives by supporting implementation of P&C processes and strengthening client understanding and adoption. - Support staff engagement, well-being, and recognition initiatives, including activities under the GSS Action Plan and Cultural Improvement Committee. - Compile, analyze, and maintain HR data and dashboards to generate insights for decision-making and continuous improvement. - Ensure data accuracy and support quality assurance of HR information systems and reporting tools. Support in Learning & Development Support - Support the preparation and implementation of the Whole Office Learning Plan and Individual Learning Plans in coordination with the HR Specialist. - Research, compile, and maintain information on external training opportunities and learning providers to support identification of learning solutions. - Assists team in organizing and conducting courses, workshops and events by participating in exercises which aim to build capacity of stakeholders. Support in Talent Acquisition - Prepares and circulates internal and external advertisements. - Liaises with candidates in the various stages of the recruitment process. · - Prepares formal acknowledgement, offer and regret letters. - Initiates and follows up on reference checks and academic verifications, and ensuring the completion of other background checks. - Monitors life-cycle of recruitment process to update supervisor as necessary.

Eligibility Criteria

Age

18 - 80

Required experience

3 years

Nationality

Candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment.

Assignment Requirements

Relevant experience

3 years

Language Requirements
EnglishPreferred
Working knowledge
UrduPreferred
Native language
Required education level

Bachelor's degree

Area(s) of expertise

Human resources

Driving license

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Competencies and values
• Accountability • Adaptability and flexibility • Creativity • Judgement and decision-making • Planning and organising • Professionalism • Self-management
Skills and experience
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in HR, organizational development, or data analysis. - Proficiency in MS Office and digital tools (data analysis and presentation). - Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret and present data clearly. - Good organizational and time management skills with attention to detail. - Strong communication skills, including drafting clear and concise correspondence.

Additional Information

Living conditions and remarks
As this is a national UNV assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. UNV Field Unit will help you open a Pak rupee bank account with Standard Chartered Bank or any other local bank at your duty station. Assignment remarks: This is a national UNV assignment, and a Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) of PKR 131,372 is provided monthly to cover housing, utilities and normal cost of living expenses. Life health and permanent disability insurance are included (health insurance for up to 3 dependents), as well as final repatriation (if applicable) and resettlement allowance for satisfactory service.
Inclusivity statement

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Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements

Selected candidates for certain occupational groups may be subject to vaccination requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19), in line with the applicable host entity policy.

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