About the opportunity
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) works in about 170 countries and territories to eradicate poverty, reduce inequalities, and build resilience. Within the Bureau for Management Services (BMS), the Office of Human Resources (OHR) provides global HR strategy, policy, and talent management. BMS/OHR is seeking a high-calibre HR Business Partner Specialist to support the Regional Bureau for Arab States (RBAS) and its Country Offices. Operating under a portfolio approach, the incumbent will deliver a full spectrum of strategic HR services, drive workforce analytics, enable organizational development, and champion a culture of high performance, innovation, and inclusion.
Salary and benefits
- Competitive international salary package at the P3 grade level
- 1-year fixed-term appointment with the possibility of extension
- Opportunity to work within a major international development organization on global HR transformation
- Professional growth through multi-disciplinary collaboration and strategic organizational development initiatives
Who can apply?
- Master's degree in Social Sciences, Business Administration, Public Administration, Organizational Psychology, Psychology, Sociology, Economics, Development Economics, International Relations, Human Resource Management, Organizational Development, or related fields with 5 years of relevant experience; OR a Bachelor's degree in the same fields with 7 years of relevant experience
- Minimum of 5 years (with Master's) or 7 years (with Bachelor's) of relevant experience in human resources management or similar positions in other international organizations
- Fluency in both English and French is required
- Experience with UN/UNDP HR policies, procedures, rules, and regulations is desirable
- Experience providing strategic HR advisory services in complex international organizational settings is desired
- Experience supporting organizational design, workforce optimization, or change management initiatives is desired
Required documents
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
- Completed application form via the UNDP Oracle Recruiting Cloud portal
- Proof of academic degrees and professional experience meeting the minimum requirements
When to apply
- Date Posted: 2026-10-19
- Explicit Application Deadline: 2026-10-27 at 03:59:00 UTC
How to apply
- Access the official UNDP Oracle Recruiting Cloud career site for Requisition ID 37570
- Review the candidate guidance, including the policy on responsible AI usage in recruitment
- Submit your online application and required documents before the official deadline
Additional information
- Requisition ID: 37570
- Grade: P3
- Contract Type: Fixed Term Appointment (FTA International)
- Duty Station: Bonn, Germany
- Mobility requirement: Mobility required, non-rotational
- UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Mid-to-senior HR professionals with a robust background in international organizations, strategic HR partnering, and workforce analytics.
- Candidates who possess dual fluency in English and French and have hands-on experience with UN or UNDP human resources policies.
- Professionals experienced in driving change management, organizational design, and talent acquisition initiatives within complex multicultural settings.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is offered as a 1-year fixed-term appointment with the possibility of extension, subject to a probationary period.
- Mobility is required for this role, meaning candidates must be prepared for the designated mobility framework.
- Strict language requirements apply: professional fluency in both English and French is mandatory.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is an excellent opportunity for human resources professionals seeking to advance their international career within the United Nations system, specifically contributing to strategic workforce planning and organizational transformation for regional operations.
Our take
Experienced international HR professionals with strong analytical, advisory, and change management skills—as well as bilingual English and French proficiency—should apply before the October 27, 2026 deadline.
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