Overview
The Human Resources Officer will coordinate the Human Resources functions of the Country Office, including its Sub-Offices, in accordance with the Organization’s HR rules, regulations, policies, procedures and practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in reviewing and monitoring Human Resources Management services.
- Supervise the maintenance of personnel files and attendance records.
- Facilitate the maintenance and upkeep of the CO’s HR and Training database.
- Monitor the contractual status and administration of entitlements of local staff.
- Coordinate preparation for the monthly payroll for national staff.
- Coordinate with HQ, MAC and the Finance Team on matters related to benefits and entitlements for international staff.
- Assist in ensuring Third-Party Consultancy Management Contract is implemented.
- Monitor and supervise the administration and timely renewal of visas and residence permits for international staff.
- Coordinate recruitment processes in the CO.
- Ensure new staff are sufficiently briefed.
- Ensure timely and regular implementation of the performance management system.
- Assist in coordination, planning and organization of staff development and training activities.
- Assist in the preparation of administrative reports.
- Oversee the preparation of reports pertaining to personnel administration.
- Discuss audit recommendations on HR matters and implement them.
- Prepare special reports and participate in special HR projects.
Required Experience
- Two years of relevant professional experience with a Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Social Sciences or a related field; or four years of relevant professional experience with a University degree in the above fields.
- High level of computer literacy with experience in HR IT systems and applications.
- Experience in preparation of training modules and presentation of training sessions.
- Previous working experience in an international organisation is an advantage.
- Familiarity with the UN common system or similar systems is an advantage.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Social Sciences or a related field from an accredited academic institution; or University degree in the above fields.
