Under the overall supervision of the UNU-IAS Director, and under the direct guidance and supervision of the Head of Programme and Administration of UNU-IAS, and in close coordination with the Human Resources Associate, the incumbent shall perform the following tasks:

1. Ensures administration and implementation of HR strategies and policies 
2. Assist in preparing contractual agreements with individual consultants, institutional organizations and interns, maintaining and monitoring contract implementation
3. Provide support to UNU-IAS personnel during onboarding, transition, and separation
4. Maintain and manage human resources information and documents
5. Perform any other duties related to the UNU-IAS Administration as may be assigned, including but not limited to temporary support for recruitment

・At least 3 years of working experience in human resources or administration, preferably in an international organization.
・At least 1 year of working experience in human resources assisting recruitment and onboarding, performance management, training, career ・development, leave monitoring, and separation is desirable.
・Knowledge of HR policies and their application in the employment life cycle is desirable.
・Demonstrated performance in delivering solutions-oriented client service that meets the needs of the clients.
・Strong analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, process oriented and mastery of office software.
・Proven organizational skills and ability to take initiative, prioritize and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
・Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
・Knowledge of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system would be an asset.
・Excellent team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment 　with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

The successful candidate will be employed under PSA contract. UNU offers an attractive compensation package including a monthly net salary in the range of JPY 360,000-398,333, commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the candidate. Benefits include 30 days annual leave and a health insurance scheme.

UNU is not liable for any taxes that may be levied on the remuneration you receive under this contract. Payment of any such taxes remains the sole responsibility of PSA holders.

To apply to UNU, we ask that you:

・Apply via the apply link; https://careers.unu.edu/o/2024-psa2-hr-assistant
・Fill out the UNU P11 Form (please avoid using similar forms provided by other United Nations organisations);
・Provide a motivation statement (in the P11 form); and
・answer a few questions that are tailored to the position.
You may wish to refer to the UN Values and Behaviors Framework for more information.

Please refer to https://careers.unu.edu/o/2024-psa2-hr-assistant