About the opportunity
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Global Shared Service Centre (GSSC) provides transactional, advisory, and support services to UN offices worldwide. The Recruitment Associate, based in Kuala Lumpur, supports the transparent implementation of human resources services. The incumbent is responsible for the integrity and accuracy of HR processes, including recruitment, onboarding, contract administration, and benefits management. This role involves advising internal and external clients on HR policies, maintaining workforce databases, and contributing to knowledge management initiatives. The associate reports to a Team Leader and works within a team to meet GSSC work plan deliverables, ensuring compliance with UNDP rules and regulations while promoting a client-oriented service approach.
Salary and benefits
- Professional experience within a major United Nations agency
- Opportunity to work in a center of excellence for HR administration
- Exposure to international HR policies and global shared service operations
- Access to knowledge networks and communities of practice
Who can apply?
- Nationals of Malaysia
- Secondary education required; University degree in HR, Business Administration, Public Administration, or equivalent is an asset
- Minimum 6 years of HR experience with secondary education, or 3 years with a bachelor's degree
- Experience in recruitment, benefits, and entitlements administration
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office packages
- Fluency in English (written and verbal) is required
- Specialized HR certification is highly desirable
Required documents
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover letter
- Academic certificates or proof of education
- Proof of relevant work experience
When to apply
- Applications must be submitted by 2026-10-06
How to apply
- Visit the official UNDP career portal
- Create or log in to your candidate profile
- Submit the online application for Requisition ID 37016
- Ensure all required information and documents are attached
Additional information
- This is a National Personnel Service Agreement (NPSA) position at grade NPSA-6
- Contract duration is 1 year
- UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates
- Applications may be retained for similar positions at the same grade level
- No mobility is required for this role
- UNDP does not charge any fees at any stage of the 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…
- Professionals with direct experience in HR shared service centers or similar high-volume administrative environments
- Candidates who possess deep familiarity with UN or international organization HR policies and integrated management systems
- Individuals with a strong track record in managing end-to-end recruitment cycles and complex benefits administration
What should you think carefully about?
- This is a fixed-term, national-level contract; applicants must be Malaysian nationals to be eligible
- The role requires high attention to detail and strict adherence to compliance frameworks, which may involve repetitive administrative tasks
- Candidates should be prepared for a competitive, tiered selection process that prioritizes internal UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is an excellent opportunity for HR professionals looking to specialize in the UN system's operational infrastructure. It provides a platform to gain expertise in global HR service delivery, IPSAS-compliant processes, and large-scale personnel administration, which are highly transferable skills for careers in international development or global corporate HR.
Our take
Qualified Malaysian HR professionals with experience in recruitment and benefits administration should apply. It is less suitable for those seeking generalist roles outside of administrative compliance or those without the required years of experience in HR service provision.
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