Vn 044/2025 National Hr Officer (Odc)
Posted on Nov. 6, 2025 by INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR MIGRATION
- Philadelphia, Philippines
- N/A
- Full Time
The National HR Officer (Organizational Design and Classification) will be responsible and accountable for supporting the implementation of the Organization’s Job Classification and Organizational Design Frameworks, ensuring they are effectively integrated with workforce capacity planning and client service delivery. The role will coordinate and provide efficient, effective, and timely advice, operational services to internal stakeholders, leveraging AI tools and data-driven insights to enhance accuracy, consistency, and decision-making. By aligning classification, organizational design, management & workforce capacity initiatives, he/she will support the building a responsive, agile, & well-structured organization that meets evolving business & client needs. The successful candidate will ensure that Position Descriptions are correctly classified, aligned with organizational structures, & consistent with IOM & UN standards.
Responsibilities: Conduct detailed analyses of PDs to determine proper classification (grade level) by application of the UN Master Classification Standards framework and relevant organizational instructions, leveraging on AI
Ensure that PDs are updated, consistent, and aligned with actual duties and responsibilities
Provide technical advice to Hiring Managers and HR staff on classification procedures, job evaluation criteria, and standards
Analyse org structures, document organizational design process, provide advice and guidance
Participate in the development of Job Families and the framework on Position Management
Develop Generic PDs for positions in various Job Families.
Conduct general classification and org design exercises remotely or in-site
Participate in or support org reviews, redesign efforts, & restructuring exercises
Help develop org charts, reporting lines, position structures, & analyze implications of changes
Advise on how changes in org structure impact job classification, staff allocation, & workforce planning
Contribute to the development, revision, harmonization of classification policies, guidelines, tools, & standards within IOM
Monitor trends, best practices in job evaluation, classification, & propose enhancements
Prepare training materials, conduct training or orientations for HR staff, Managers, & other stakeholders on classification policies & tools
Serve as a resource person on classification matters to Managers and HR staff, offering consultations, clarifications, & support
Review classifications of the PDs done by others for consistency, fairness, and compliance
Monitor, track, and report on classification metrics, e.g., number of classification requests processed, turnaround times, appeals
Coordinate with other divisions of DHR to ensure consistency between classification outcomes & related HR decisions
Participate & engage actively to the relevant meetings, working groups, or forums on classification or job evaluation issues
Maintain classification databases, records, & repositories of PDs & evaluation results
Prepare periodic reports, memos, briefing notes, & documentation on classification activities
Assist in drafting correspondence, classification manuals, guidelines, or circulars
Ensure that PDs are updated, consistent, and aligned with actual duties and responsibilities
Provide technical advice to Hiring Managers and HR staff on classification procedures, job evaluation criteria, and standards
Analyse org structures, document organizational design process, provide advice and guidance
Participate in the development of Job Families and the framework on Position Management
Develop Generic PDs for positions in various Job Families.
Conduct general classification and org design exercises remotely or in-site
Participate in or support org reviews, redesign efforts, & restructuring exercises
Help develop org charts, reporting lines, position structures, & analyze implications of changes
Advise on how changes in org structure impact job classification, staff allocation, & workforce planning
Contribute to the development, revision, harmonization of classification policies, guidelines, tools, & standards within IOM
Monitor trends, best practices in job evaluation, classification, & propose enhancements
Prepare training materials, conduct training or orientations for HR staff, Managers, & other stakeholders on classification policies & tools
Serve as a resource person on classification matters to Managers and HR staff, offering consultations, clarifications, & support
Review classifications of the PDs done by others for consistency, fairness, and compliance
Monitor, track, and report on classification metrics, e.g., number of classification requests processed, turnaround times, appeals
Coordinate with other divisions of DHR to ensure consistency between classification outcomes & related HR decisions
Participate & engage actively to the relevant meetings, working groups, or forums on classification or job evaluation issues
Maintain classification databases, records, & repositories of PDs & evaluation results
Prepare periodic reports, memos, briefing notes, & documentation on classification activities
Assist in drafting correspondence, classification manuals, guidelines, or circulars
- Perform other duties as may be assigned
Qualifications: EDUCATION
Master’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Psychology, Social Sciences or related fields with two years of relevant professional experience; or,
Bachelor's degree in above-mentioned fields with four years of relevant professional experience
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database .
EXPERIENCE
Required:
Progressively responsible experience in HR Management
Proven experience in leveraging AI to optimize HR processes & enhance operational efficiency
Proven experience in working in a multicultural environment
Desirable:
Experience working in or with UN agencies, international organizations, or within the framework of the UN Common System
Strong knowledge of job evaluation & classification methodologies & principles including point-factor systems, benchmark comparisons, & competency-based job design
Hands-on experience conducting Job Evaluation exercises & applying the UN Master Classification Standards
Experience in capacity building & training delivery related to classification or broader HR topic
SKILLS
Ability to advise, persuade, & guide management & staff on classification matters
Strong client service orientation, demonstrating responsiveness, tact, & adaptability in addressing stakeholder needs
Excellent interpersonal & teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a multicultural environment & build constructive working relationships across levels & functions
Proficiency in common office software (Word, Excel, databases), AI tools, HR information systems to enhance efficiency & data accuracy
Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple classification requests, competing priorities & tight deadlines
Advanced analytical skills & problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret duties, responsibilities, & competencies of positions
Excellent writing, documentation, & presentation skills
Required Competencies
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link . Competencies will be assessed during the selection process
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion
Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct
Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges
Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance
Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated
Core Competencies – behavioural indicators (Level 2)
Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results
Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes
Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate
Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work
Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way
Notes
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation
This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable. Vaccination against COVID-19 will be required for IOM personnel who are hired or otherwise engaged by IOM. As part of the mandatory medical entry on duty clearance, candidates will be requested to provide evidence of full vaccination
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application
Advertised until:
Dec. 6, 2025
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