Human Resources Assistant (Fixed‑Term) – West Bank Field Office

About the role

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) is seeking an internal candidate for a Fixed‑Term Human Resources Assistant position at its West Bank Field Office. The role supports the HR Services and HR Career Management sections, providing administrative and operational support to ensure accurate personnel records and smooth recruitment processes.

Key responsibilities

• Verify accuracy of HR records, forms and tables; initiate corrective actions and update the Human Resources Management (HRM) System.
• Draft routine correspondence, complete Personnel Action Forms, and compile data for statistical and periodic reports.
• Assist in recruitment activities, including job advertisement, candidate screening, administering written assessments, participating in interviews as HR ex‑officio, and preparing recruitment packages.
• Process complementary personnel contracts, verify approvals, enter data into the system, collect attendance, and review payroll results.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail, handle document reproduction, scanning, filing, and maintenance of personnel files.

Required profile

• Internal UNRWA candidate eligible for Grade 10.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Good written communication skills for drafting correspondence and reports.
• Experience with HR administrative tasks, recruitment support, and payroll verification.

Required skills

• No specific technical skills listed in the posting.

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute to UNRWA’s humanitarian mission supporting Palestine refugees.
• Professional development within a large UN operation.