Human Resources Officer (Talent Operations) -- Pipeline - Human Resources Department

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The Human Resources Department (HRD) of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is inviting applications to build a competitive pool of ready-to-hire Human Resources Officers for its Talent team in the HR Operations Division. Under the general supervision of the Division Chief/Deputy Division Chief/Section Chief, the selected candidate will manage recruitment operations across the Fund.    

Main areas of accountability and/or co-accountability include but are not limited to: 

• Manages external and internal recruitment operations for HQ A1-B3 vacancies and on a broader range of job categories.  

• Provides guidance to departmental HR teams on recruitment matters to ensure activities align with departmental and institutional needs. 

• Coordinates with Client Services colleagues on different recruitment activities throughout the recruitment life cycle (i.e., posting, screening, salary determination, offers, etc.).  

• Ensures smooth delivery of Talent operations working together with the respective HR Talent Analyst. Delivers strong customer service, gauging stakeholder needs and preferences to adapt approach to specific needs and promote effective issue resolution. 

• Responds to standard policy and procedure inquiries from client departments and candidates related to recruitment. Escalates issues as needed. 

• Actively engages with the Talent and Total Rewards Centers of Expertise (COEs), facilitating proper knowledge transfer and maintaining alignment between determined strategy of policy and programs. 

• Contributes to the design, implementation, and monitoring of recruitment policies and procedures, constantly reviewing for areas where simplification can be achieved.  

• Seeks to understand recruitment trends, challenges, and opportunities for enhancement.  

• Participates in divisional ad-hoc projects as needed. 

Qualifications:  

The successful candidate should meet the following qualifications and competencies: 

• A Master’s degree in Human Resources or a related field. Alternatively, a Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of six years of professional work experience.  

• Broad knowledge of HR programs and operations, especially in the area of recruitment policies and procedures.  

• Ability to use tact, sound judgment and utmost discretion in handling confidential and sensitive matters. 

• Ability to collaborate and partner across multiple stakeholder groups and levels. Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work both independently (with little supervision) and across teams in an effective way. 

• Excellent planning and organizing skills, exhibits pr