CHARITY JOBS IN AFRICA

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Burundi
Closing date: 17 Dec 2014

Purpose of the Position:
Under the supervision of Chief of Operations, the incumbent of this post will manage human resources activities including the supervision of Human Resources Officer (NOA) and Human Resources Assistant (GS), in accordance with the HR strategy and work plan aligned with the Country Programme Management Plan, as well as the goals and strategic needs of the organization. The incumbent will provide guidance in human resources area that promotes a gender-balanced multidisciplinary team of professionals.

Key Expected Results:

Recruitment, Selection and Placement

1. A diverse body of staff of the highest calibre are recruited and retained, including staff with specialized talent aligned with the priorities included in MTR.
2. Equity, transparency, efficiency and consistency are established in the placement and selection of staff, and the measurable results and impacts of recruiting efforts on the organization are fully evaluated.
3. HR resource management and strategy planning incorporate a continuous analysis of gender disparities to identify strategies and actions to promote gender equality, diversity and a gender sensitive work environment.
4. Policy Implementation and HR Administration
5. Equity, transparency and consistency are clearly demonstrated in the interpretation, determination, implementation, and administration of HR policy, procedures and guidelines on all HR related matters.
6. HR benefits, entitlements, job classification, performance management, promotions and contracts renewal and termination are administered in a timely, equitable, systematic and transparent manner.
7. Capacity Building and Career Development
8. Capacity building and career development among all staff are strengthened.
9. Capacity development and support opportunities are identified and provided for all staffs where possible.
10. Strategic HR Planning and Management
11. HR management and strategy planning are effectively supported by sound technical analysis, and office management and planning processes. Strategy guidance and technical support for HR planning and management is always available to management.
12. Local implementation of regional/country level HR strategy is effectively undertaken in coordination with the Regional Office and HQ Divisions.
13. New trends, priorities, requirements, and strategic HR plans are identified and incorporated through participation in Country Programme Strategy Review, Regional Management Team Meetings, and Global workshops, as appropriate.
14. Management Excellence in the Office
15. Management excellence and integrity, gender equality and gender equity are promoted and enhanced through measurable accountability and demonstrated leadership in HR management of the office.
16. Staff and Management Relations
17. Communication between management and staff are clear, and sound relations between management and staff are effectively established and maintained.
18. Inter-agency cooperation, Networking and Partnerships
19. HR initiatives are well-coordinated with other UN Agencies, to the betterment of HR planning, cooperation and implementation.
20. Represent UNICEF and take active role in interagency HR network and explore working together in order for reduction of transaction cost.

Qualifications of Successful Candidate:
-An Advanced university degree (Master's) in Human Resources, Business Administration, International Relations, Social Sciences, Psychology or directly related technical field(s) is required.
-A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience, at the national and international levels, in HR Management and Staff Development is required.
-Previous work experience in emergency duty station is considered an asset.
-Fluency in English and French (written & verbal) is required. Knowledge of any additional UN Language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Spanish) is considered an asset.

Competencies of Successful Candidate:

• Communicates effectively to varied audiences, including during formal public speaking.
• Consistently achieves high-level results, managing and delivering projects on-time and on-budget.
• Creates and encourages a climate of team-working and collaboration in a multi-cultural environment.
• Analyzes and integrates potentially conflicting numerical, verbal and other data from a number of sources.
• Demonstrates, applies and shares expert technical knowledge across the organization.
• Sets clearly defined objectives and plans activities for self, own team or department.
• Translates strategic direction into plans and objectives.
• Has good leadership and supervisory skills; co-ordinates group activities, ensuring that roles within the team are clear.

Remarks:
This position is valid as of 1 May 2015.

How to apply:

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.

If you want a challenging career while improving the lives of children around the world UNICEF, the leading children’s rights organization, would like to hear from you.

Visit us at www.unicef.org/about/employ to register in our new e-Recruitment system and apply to this and other vacancies. Applications must be received by 17-December-2014.

Vacancy position link:

https://careers.unicef.org/sap/bc/webdynpro/sap/hrrcf_a_posting_apply?PARAM=cG9zdF9pbnN0X2d1aWQ9NTQ2RkVBRDI5MjZGMTNEMEUxMDAwMDAwOUU3MTBGMEYmY2FuZF90eXBlPUVYVA%3d%3d&sap-client=100&sap-language=EN&sap-accessibility=X

Please note that only candidates who are under serious consideration will be contacted.

In the selection of its staff, UNICEF is committed to gender balance and diversity without distinction as to race, sex or religion, and without discrimination of persons with disabilities: well qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Organization: CTG Global
Country: Liberia
Closing date: 07 Dec 2014

TERMS OF REFERENCE

PositionAdministrative and Human Resources Officer**Place of Performance** Liberia (exact location to be determined)**Contract Duration** 18 weeks Starting Date Early December

OVERVIEW OF CTG GLOBAL

CTG Global is a managed service company specializing in Recruitment, Management Consultancy, Human Resources support services and Monitoring & Evaluation in post disaster and post conflict countries around the world.

CTG Global provides services to humanitarian organizations, government, non-governmental organizations and corporates that enables public and private sectors to focus on their core business and the achievement of their objectives in hostile and threatening environments as we provide a safe and secure environment for them to do so and alleviate them of their risks, crisis and personnel management problems.

OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION

Under the direct supervision of the ETU Team Leader and in close coordination and with technical guidance of the IOM Resources Management Officer and Human Resources Officer, the incumbent will be responsible for the supervision, coordination and delivery of support functions in terms of Administration and Human Resources related matters for the Ebola Treatment Unit.

GENERAL FUNCTIONS

· Responsible for the overall non-medical support activities of the Ebola Treatment Unit, in terms of Administration/HR and finance.

· Assist the ETU Team Leader in developing a recruitment plan for the ETU and submit the request to IOM Resources Management Officer and Human Resources Officer.

· Be the pivotal link with IOM Resources Management Officer and Human Resources Officer to ensure constant liaison and timely execution of support needs for the ETU

· Keep the ETU based staff Attendance Records up-to-date at all times and submit to IOM Resources Management Officer and Human Resources Officer upon request.

· Any ETU staff being absent from the duty should be report to IOM Resources Management Officer and Human Resources Officer immediately.

· Prepare payroll on monthly basis for all national and international staff based on their Attendance Records.

· Ensure proper financial tracking of the ETU and provide timely feedback on financial status as well as prepare financial report when necessary.

· Monitor ETU based staff movement between the Guest-House and the ETU.

· In coordination with the ETU Team Leader and IOM Field Operations and Logistics Officer, plan the Medical Team movement between the ETUs, as well as between the field office and Monrovia.

· Monitor the movement of the ETU based vehicles including the ambulances.

· Monitor and be up to date on the ETU needs.

· Be in charge of management of the Guest-House.

· Report directly to IOM Resources Management Officer and Human Resources Officer in case of irregularities, misconduct and/or misuse of assets assigned to ETUs.

· Integrate the ETU management into IOM wider rules and regulations in all areas pertaining to admin/finance and HR.

· Perform any other duty assigned by the ETU Team Leader and/or by IOM Resources Management Officer and Human Resources Officer.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE

Education

· University degree in management, finance, accounting, and/or relevant experience with NGO/international organization in admin/finance and procurement.

Work Experience

· At least 5 years of operational experience in financial management, budget tracking, team management, budget planning and reporting.

· At least 2 years demonstrated NGO/international organization experience dealing with financial and budget tracking for development/emergency programmes.

Key Competencies

· Ability and willingness to support staff development in a dynamic environment, coping with stress and respecting deadlines.

· Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

· Demonstrated management skills.

· Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

· Ability to work harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional background.

· Ability to implement procedures effectively in a rapidly changing environment.

· Fluency in English.

How to apply:

Interested candidates should submit their CV along with their application letter via e-mail to crisissupport@ctgglobal.com with reference to “BHJOB2678_593” in the subject line. Short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Organization: War Child Holland
Country: South Sudan
Closing date: 27 Nov 2014

“A seasoned manager with exceptional people skills.”

War Child Holland’s programme in South Sudan

The Republic of South Sudan became the world's newest nation in 2011. Due to decades of conflict and mass displacement of communities during the war, access to basic services is severely limited and the country has some of the lowest rankings in human development indicators. In the end of 2013 a severe internal conflict broke out which caused the displacement of 1.3 million people.

War Child Holland has been working in South Sudan since 2006. The programme has been focused on the consequences of decades of conflict and its purpose is to ensure that children, youth, communities and government are able to promote awareness on child rights, protect children from abuse, exploitation and all forms of violation of their rights. The programme has been achieving this by ensuring a protective environment for children and promoting access to good quality basic education in the Central and Eastern Equatoria States. War child is not working in the heat of the current conflict, but the number of IDP’s are increasing in the States we are working in. IDP’s are included in the programme in the EES and the number of activities for this group should be extended. War Child Holland in South Sudan has its country office in the capital Juba and field offices in Yei and Torit.

Objective of the job

You are responsible for all Financial Management & Administration in combination with Human Resources Administration and Policy of War Child Holland’s mission in South Sudan. You report to the Country Director (CD) and a functional working relation with the Controller and HR officer based at Head Quarters (HQ) in Amsterdam. You are a member of the Country Management Team. You are the line manager of the Field Administration staff.

Your challenge

1. Financial Management & Administration

• Responsible for maintaining efficient financial control (of cash flows, local payment, etc.) accountability standards, procedures and records;

• Ensures financial management policy and guidelines are developed and adhered to;

• Preparation of budgets, financial management and financial management information for stakeholders (CD and HQ);

• Enhances the planning & control cycle within the operation in line with head offices guidelines;

• Ensures accurate, timely and correct bookkeeping;

• Responsible for proper financial grant management: budgeting, financial reporting, forecasting and keeping relations with financial contact person of the donor;

• Manages partners grant and financial reports;

• Reports the relevant developments on finance administration in the field to the support department at HQ;

• Prepares the financial part of proposals for donors and ensures proper reporting;

• Manages money transfers and bank relations;

• Plays a crucial role in Risk management;

• Uses the software and formats as determined by HQ.

2. Human Resource Administration and Policy

• Analyses HR requirements based on organizational needs;

• Advises CD and other managers on organizational development and personnel related issues;

• Ensures that the National Staff Human Resources policies (HRM instruments and systems) are in place and adhered to;

• Ensures proper HR administration;

• Ensures that HR (administrative) policies and practices are in line with local legislation.

3. Capacity building staff & local partners

• Build capacity of the support staff in the country office through on-the-job training as well as trainings and workshops;

• Indicates training needs and advices managers on possible trainings for the support staff;

• Build capacity of local partners in finance/HR/admin processes.

4. Management of staff

• Manages the finance and HR support staff at the country office and provides technical supervision to support staff in the different field locations;

• Manages his/her staff by guiding, coaching, instructing and motivating.

5. Overall

• Advises the CD on the above subjects;

• Advises and follows up on contracts and contact person for legal advisor;

• Reports relevant developments on Finance and HR in the field to the support departments at HQ.

Profile

· Knowledge of financial administration (minimum BSc level) and HR administration;

· A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a management position within a complex international organization, preferably within an international (NGO) environment in a developing country and/or (post) conflict area;

· Proven experience in a similar position, in particular in financial administration and grant management;

· Experience in HR administration and the development of HR policies;

· Experience of working with automated accounting systems, experience with SAGE is an added value;

· Proven experience in complex security contexts;

· Proactive search for and utilize organizational resources;

· Excellent social and communication skills;

· Excellent planning and organizational skills;

· Ability to decide in tactical and operational issues;

· Team player and hands-on mentality;

· Stress resistant and culturally sensitive;

· Result focused and cost-conscious;

· Required: fluency in English (verbal and written).

The organisation

War Child Holland offers a challenging job, within an inspiring and motivated team of people and the backup of a strong and professional organisation in The Netherlands. War Child Holland offers its international staff a fair salary and comprehensive secondary benefits that includes free housing, good insurances (including health, travel and disability) and opportunities to develop and learn professionally. Please visit our website www.warchildholland.org for more information on the organisation and the programmes.

Job Location: Juba, Republic of South Sudan

Contract: War Child Holland is looking for someone committed to invest at least 2 years in this position, starting with a 1 year contract with the intention to prolong

Starting date: As soon as possible

South Sudan is a non-family duty station. The expatriate is not allowed to bring a partner and/or children.

How to apply:

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply before 27 November 2014.Make sure to use the following hyperlink to apply:http://warchild.onlinevacatures.nl/en/Vacancy/Apply/42024

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The safety of children is essential to War Child. War Child does not tolerate or accept any form of abuse. This subject is addressed in our recruitment and selection procedures.

Organization: Oxfam GB
Country: Central African Republic
Closing date: 19 Nov 2014

Salary: 26,384 GBP per annum net, (net salary means that Oxfam GB will meet the tax and social security liabilities of post-holder in addition to net salary)

Contract Type: Fixed Term – 4-6 months (non accompanied)

Hours: Full Time

Location: Central African Republic, Bangui

Oxfam works with others to overcome poverty and suffering. As an Oxfam employee, you will join a team of professionals that is part of the international confederation of 17 organizations networked together in 94 countries. As part of a global movement for change, we are working together to end world poverty and injustice.

Oxfam in the Central African Republic is looking for an experienced HR and Administration Manager for its country programme.

Duties include advising and supporting managers on HR policies and people management, ensuring timely recruitment of international and national staff, ensure induction programmes are taking place, support managers and staff in the implementation of performance management, develop and implement country learning and development plans, manage all administration activities.

Substantial HR experience is essential. Fluency in French language, both written and spoken, is also essential. English language skills are desirable.

How to apply:

Applications must be submitted through our online system. For further information about the role and to apply please go to: https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk/vacancy/1729/description

Organization: Concern Worldwide
Country: Liberia
Closing date: 02 Nov 2014

Reference:RK/HRM/LACountry: LiberiaJob Title: Human Resources Manager

Contract Grade: B

Contract Length: 6 months

Date Needed By: ASAP

New Post or Replacement: New Post

Accompanied / Unaccompanied: Unaccompanied

Exact Job Location: Monrovia with travel to support programme areas

Reports To: Assistant Country Director Systems

Job Purpose:

Under the line management of the ACDS, the Human Resources Manager will be responsible for managing the human resources function for Concern Liberia Programme based in Monrovia, with frequent travel to support programme areas. The HRM will operate in line with all Concern operational and security policies and procedures.

Competencies:

The HR Manager must be skilled in the area of HR management in development and emergency situations and have the capacity to work with others whilst at the same time delivering expected results. Good time management skills and the ability to respond positively and constructively to a rapid changing operational environment are also key competencies.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

· Manage the HR Department based on a thorough understanding of effective national staff recruitment and national labour law and related procedures and protocols

· Line manage the current HR Officer; recruit and train a national HR Manager; provide technical guidance and support to field HR Assistants

· Manage the recruitment of a large team of national staff required for the planned Ebola response programme

· Promote and ensure compliance with the requirements of Concern’s Programme participant Protection Policy and Implementation of Humanitarian Accountability Partnership (HAP) standards – including community based complaint and response mechanisms in order to ensure maximum protection to programme beneficiaries

· Revise Concern’s existing remuneration and benefits package for local staff in comparisons with other agencies and provide informed recommendations for senior management – to include per diems and other financial and non-financial benefits;

· Revise the national staff HR manual in line with Concern’s global HR policy and national labour laws

· Establish and maintain a comprehensive confidential electronic and paper data base/filing system for all employees – national and international

· Oversee recruitment of all local staff posts to ensure all vacancies are filled with the right people in a timely manner. This includes job identification, assisting job description preparation or review, staff vacancy request, vacancy announcement, shortlisting, setting up interviews, reference checks, employee contracts, and induction

· Provide informed and confidential advice for staff with regard to understanding entitlements etc.

· Establish confidential grievance and complaint procedures that staff can rely upon. Manage collective and individual staff grievances, seeking advice from senior management as required and in accordance with grievance policies

· Prepare and review HR Budget as required including for cash forecasting of payroll

· Provide support to managers in preparation of job descriptions

o Review Job Descriptions of new posts in consultation with relevant line managers

o Periodically review all categories of national staff job descriptions and amend as necessary in light of actual job functions

· Manage payroll of national staff in liaison with Finance team to ensure all local staff receive the correct monthly payments on time

· Maintain accurate records of staff leave etc. and ensure all staff is aware of entitlements and procedures for applying for leave etc.

· Ensure the implementation of Performance Development Review and probation system, ensuring that it operates equitably and consistently across the organization

· Ensure exit interviews are carried out with all staff leaving Concern and undertake analysis of these

· Oversee staff development plans that meet individual and organisational development needs

· Maintain an updated organogram of the organization

· Update Head Office as required in regards to movements, leave and other relevant HR matters in regards to international staff

· Effectively manage and support staff reporting to this position

· Ensure that the programme is meeting its commitments to providing a safe working environment

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Education

§ Bachelor degree in relevant discipline such as HR Management, Business Management.

Skills, Qualifications, Experience and Attitude Required

§ Good command of Microsoft Office Professional

§ At least 3 years demonstrated work experience in HR systems or equivalent

§ Experience in working in the humanitarian sector and in insecure complex emergency situations

§ Experience in personnel management

§ Good communication skills i.e. advisory/instruction skills, network skills, team building skills

§ English Oral and written skills essential

How to apply:

All applications should be submitted through our website at https://jobs.concern.netby closing date 2^nd November 2014 CV’s should be no more than 4 pages in length.

Due to the urgency of this position, applications will be short listed on a regular basis and we may offer posts before the closing date.

Concern Worldwide is an Irish-based non-governmental, international, humanitarian organisation dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries.

Concern has a Staff Code of Conduct and a Programme Participant Protection Policy which have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants from exploitation and to clarify the responsibilities of Concern staff, consultants, visitors to the programme and partner organization, and the standards of behaviour expected of them. In this context staff have a responsibility to the organization to strive for, and maintain, the highest standards in the day-to-day conduct in their workplace in accordance with Concern’s core values and mission. Any candidate offered a job with Concern Worldwide will be expected to sign the Programme Participant Protection Policy and the Concern Staff Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment. By signing the Programme Participant Protection Policy and the Concern Staff Code of Conduct candidates acknowledge that they have understood the contents of both the Concern Staff Code of Conduct and the Programme Participant Protection Policy and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these two documents.

Concern receives a substantial amount of funding from external donors each year. Increasingly donors are introducing requirements whereby future funding is conditional on Concern ensuring that the names of any new employee or volunteer do not appear on terrorism lists generated by the European Union (List of person, groups and entities to which Regulation (EC No. 2580/2001 applies), the US Government (Office of Foreign Assets Control list of specially designated Nationals and Blocked Persons) and the United Nations (Consolidated List). Any offer of employment (either paid or voluntary) with Concern Worldwide will not be made pending a clearance check being conducted on the applicant. For additional information please consult our web site or contact the Human Resource Division in our Head Office.

Concern Worldwide is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Organization: Save the Children
Country: South Sudan
Closing date: 03 Oct 2014

Save the Children is the world's leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children's lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.

We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.9 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.

Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with c15,000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We're changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.

Contract length: 12 months

The role

To coordinate and manage all human resources requirements for Save the Children South Sudan office, provide support in building the capacity of the HR team, and implement robust HR policies and practices to ensure legal compliance and to maximise staff effectiveness and retention.

Your support in the delivery of an effective HR function will play a key role in the expansion of Save the Children programmes in South Sudan to increase impact and enable positive change for children

Qualifications and experience

Essential:

• University degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or other related academic discipline
• Minimum 3 years relevant human resources management experience in a corporate or INGO environment;
• Excellent planning, coordination, and reporting skills, with the ability to organise a substantial workload comprised of complex, diverse tasks and responsibilities;
• In-depth knowledge of employee relations and develop and maintain knowledge of current South Sudan employment legislation;
• Experience in capacity building and setting frameworks for staff development;
• Resourcefulness and creativity in developing the role of HR within the programme and ensuring the most effective support to line management;
• Strong communication, people management and interpersonal skills in English, with experience in leading multicultural, multi location, values driven teams;
• Willingness to work and travel in often difficult and insecure environments;
• Complying with and promoting all Save the Children International Global policies such as Child Safeguarding, Whistle blowing, Fraud, and Health and Safety.

Desirable:

• A postgraduate specialisation in Human Resources or MBA
• Basic financial skills, particularly in budgeting;
• Experience in HR provision in emergency response;

Background in large international non-governmental organisation or other international relief/development body.

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

To see a full a job description, please visit our website at www.savethechildren.net/jobs

Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.

How to apply:

Application Email: Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to: 'jfawcett.72051.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com'

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Closing date: 29 Sep 2014

Purpose of the Position

Under the supervision of Chief of Operations, manages all human resource activities including the supervision of human resources staff in the medium-large size country office in accordance with the HR strategy and work plan, aligned with the Country Programme Management Plan as well as the goals and strategic needs of the organization. Provides leadership and guidance in human resources that promote a gender-balanced multidisciplinary team of professionals. As part of the Management team, contributes to the development of strategies to identify and promote a gender sensitive workplace.

Key Expected Results

1. Recruitment, Selection and Placement
   -A diverse body of staff of the highest calibre are recruited and retained, including staff with specialized talent aligned with the priorities included in MTSP.
   -Equity, transparency, efficiency and consistency are established in the placement and selection of staff, and the measurable results and impacts of recruiting efforts on the organization are fully evaluated.
   -HR resource management and strategy planning incorporate a continuous analysis of gender disparities to identify strategies and actions to promote gender equality, diversity and a gender sensitive work environment.
   -Effective advice and HR leadership provided in planning and managing human resources to achieve UNICEF's objectives for gender parity and diversity in selection, recruitment and placement.
2. Policy Implementation and HR Administration
   -Equity, transparency and consistency are clearly demonstrated in the interpretation, determination, implementation, and administration of HR policy, procedures and guidelines on all HR related matters.
   -HR benefits, entitlements, job classification, performance management, promotions and contracts renewal and termination are administered in a timely, equitable, systematic and transparent manner.
3. Capacity Building and Career Development
   -Capacity building and career development among all staff are strengthened.
   -Capacity development and support opportunities are identified and provided for HR staff, other colleagues, and relevant partners as necessary.
4. Strategic HR Planning and Management
   -HR management and strategy planning are effectively supported by sound technical analysis, and office management and planning processes. Strategy guidance and technical support for HR planning and management is always available to management.
   -Local implementation of HR strategy is effectively undertaken in coordination with the Regional Office and HQ Divisions.
   -New trends, priorities, requirements, and strategic HR plans are identified and incorporated through participation in Country Programme Strategy Review, Regional Management Team Meetings, and Global workshops, as appropriate.
5. Management Excellence in the Office
   -Management excellence and integrity, gender equality and gender equity are promoted and enhanced through measurable accountability and demonstrated leadership in HR management of the office.
6. Staff and Management Relations
   -Communication between management and staff are clear, and sound relations between management and staff are effectively established and maintained.
7. Inter-agency cooperation, Networking and Partnerships
   -HR initiatives are well-coordinated with other UN and Government agencies, to the betterment of HR planning, cooperation and implementation.
8. Emergency and Staff Security
   -Emergency preparedness and emergency rapid responses are established and ensured. Emergencies affecting staff are promptly and properly investigated and appropriate coordinated actions are swiftly undertaken.

Qualifications of Successful Candidate

1. Education
   Advanced university degree or equivalent backgrounds, in Human Resources, Business Administration, International Relations, Social Sciences, Psychology or related areas.
   *A first university degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience may be accepted in lieu of advanced university degree.
2. Work Experience
   Eight years of relevant professional work experience. Developing country work experience (for IP) or field work experience (for NO). Background/familiarity with emergency and security.
3. Language Proficiency
   Fluency in French and English.

Competencies of Successful Candidate

i) Core Values:

• Commitment
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Integrity

ii) Core Competencies:

• Communication
• Working with People
• Drive for Results

iii) Functional Competencies:

• Leading and Supervising
• Formulating Strategies and Concepts
• Analyzing
• Relating and Networking
• Persuading and Influencing
• Creating and Innovating

Remarks

* The successful candidate for this emergency recruitment MUST be available to commence work within 31 days of receiving an offer.

How to apply:

If you would like to make an active and lasting contribution to build a better world for children, please apply to the link below no later than 29 September, 2014.

If you have not yet registered with UNICEF Employment, please click on the link below and complete the Registration form. https://careers.unicef.org/sap/bc/webdynpro/sap/hrrcf_a_posting_apply?PA...

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization.

Organization: Action Contre la Faim
Country: Kenya
Closing date: 23 Sep 2014

Action Contre la Faim (ACF-France) has been conducting humanitarian programs in Somalia from May 1992. Currently, ACF is conducting its humanitarian activities in Somalia focused on severe and moderate malnutrition, medical programs, food security and water & sanitation programs via program bases in Mogadishu (since 1995), El Berde (since 2012), Eyl (since 2014) and Hudur (since 2014). ACF Somalia is currently for suitable candidate to fill the position of Human Resources Head of Departmentbased inNairobi with frequent travels to Somalia

The objective of the position is to define Human Resources policy for the mission and coordinate its implementation and deployment throughout all missions in order to provide optimum support to programs.

The Human Resources Coordinator will be responsible for:

Mission 1 : Contribute to defining mission strategy

• develop a Human Resources strategy for the mission
• avail Human Resources data to other departments to facilitate the establishment of the country strategy
• produce high quality and timely Human Resources contributions to "proposals" and reports for funding bodies

Mission 2 : Supervising the staff administration and payroll

• defining and putting in place administrative and payroll procedures which conform to social legislation and with ACF and its funding bodies’ guidelines
• ensuring the quality of the tools used in staff administration and payroll, and the reliability and transparency of the data
• ensure conformity with the contractual obligations of ACF vis-à-vis its employees

Mission 3 : Provide for the recruitment and training of all employees and promote career development

• putting in place fair and transparent procedures for recruitment, access to training, promotion and internal mobility, in accordance with legal requirements and ACF guidelines
• using all necessary means in the search for appropriate candidates for vacant posts
• providing employees with the means to acquire the skills necessary for the proper exercise of their functions
• ensuring that all employees have access to a formal annual appraisal meeting, that such meetings are of high quality and that they take place on the planned date

Mission 4 : Ensure a coherent organisation of work and establish a policy of compensation and benefits

• ensuring that organisational charts are coherent and conform to ACF classification grid
• ensuring that remuneration systems are fair and consistent with the cost of living for local employees
• ensuring that all local employees are covered by health care

Mission 5 : Implement collective rules and communicate internally

• implementing ACF regulations (internal regulations and convention on social benefits) adapted to the local context of the mission and local legislation
• consulting and informing local employees through the medium of staff representatives, in conformity with the relevant social legislation
• providing accurate information to all employees regarding the ACF charter and its organisational regulations (internal regulations and convention on social benefits)
• stimulating internal communications on both general and Human Resources issues
• anticipating risks associated with national Human Resources

Mission 6 : Promote and ensure collaboration and coordination in Human Resources with the mission’s partners

• participating in the process of selecting partners and validating the Human Resources risk analysis provided by the bases
• defining with partners the modes of Human Resources management in the framework of joint projects
• validating the Human Resources aspects of partnership conventions and agreements
• taking full advantage at mission level of all innovative Human Resources practices in the framework of partnerships

Mission 7 : Prevent and manage cases of fraud and corruption

• identifying the risks of fraud and corruption in his/her field of competence and putting in place preventative and monitoring mechanisms
• making his/her team aware of the risks of fraud and corruption
• alerting the Country Director to cases of fraud and corruption and undertaking corrective action
• putting in place and monitoring recommendations arising from the day-to-day control and audit

Mission 8 : Manage the Human Resources team and the home staff

• day-to-day management of the team (guidance, follow-up, motivation…)
• evaluating the performance and developing the skills of his/her team members
• management of the teams for which s/he is support/technical Manager

Requirements:

Essential

· Diploma in Human Resource Management

· 5 years of experience in humanitarian human resource management, out of which at least 3 years in a senior management / coordination role

· Excellent English and Somali language skills (oral, written)

· Excellent Team manager and strong team worker with outstanding motivation/training skills.

· Very organized and structured

· Diplomatic with excellent influencing, mediation and negotiation skills

· Excellent communication skills & networking skills

· Good reporting skills

· Readiness for frequent travel to Somalia

· Coping with high workload, irregular working hours and sometimes challenging working environments. Able to set own deadlines and meet them consistently. Able to work autonomously and arrive at decisions and conclusions with minimal guidance

· Knowledge and adherence to Humanitarian Code of Conduct

· Member of IHRM

Desirable

· ACF experience

· Masters in Human Resource Management

· Actively involved in human resource network in Kenya and Somalia

· Knowledge and experience of the humanitarian environment in Somalia

How to apply:

If you meet the requirements of the above position, please send a cover letter and resume with 3 professional references to****recruitments@so.missions-acf.org**** not later than 23^rd September, 2014, clearly mentioning the position you are applying for.This position is open to Kenyan Nationals

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews, female candidates are encouraged to apply

Organization: Comprehensive Community Based Rehabilitation in Tanzania
Country: United Republic of Tanzania
Closing date: 27 Sep 2013

Comprehensive Community Based Rehabilitation in Tanzania (CCBRT) is a locally registered NGO first established in 1994. It is the largest indigenous provider of disability rehabilitation services in the country. CCBRT aims to improve the quality of life of people living with disabilities as well as their families and to enable them to achieve their legitimate potential.

Duties to Include:

? Building strong professional relationships with management teams and with employees and supporting them on all Employee Relation issues.
? Contributing to the achievement of CCBRT’s strategic objectives by working closely with managers and directors to ensure the achievement of their business plans and KPIs.
? Championing the performance appraisal process and ensuring appropriate follow-up, with particular emphasis on training and development needs, career development aspirations and readiness for promotion.
? Monitoring market conditions to ensure the organization provides attractive and competitive compensation practices. Assist the HR Director in collating market data with regards to remuneration, compensation and benefits to ensure terms and conditions of employment remain both competitive and commercially viable.

Work Experience / Skills:

? Minimum 5 years of experience working in an HR senior position (E)
? Must have strong HR systems and process skills (E)

Qualifications:

? Degree in an appropriate subject (E)

E – Essential, P – Preferred

How to apply:

We are an equal opportunities employer, people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please submit a letter of application or curriculum vitae with two references and a maximum one page cover letter on why you believe you are the right candidate for this position. Please send it via email to: recruitment@ccbrt.or.tz or by post to CCBRT Human Resources Department, P.O Box 23310, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania; Tel: +255 (0) 22 260 1543, +255 (0) 22 260 2192; Fax: +255 (0) 22 260 1544; Website: www.ccbrt.or.tz www.baobabhospital.or.tz

Closing date for Applications: 27th September 2013. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Organization: Clinton Health Access Initiative
Country: Zambia
Closing date: 30 Nov 2013

CHAI/Zambia’s Human Resources for Health (HRH) team works directly with the Ministry of Health (MoH) and Ministry of Community Development Maternal and Child Health (MCDMCH) to plan, design, and implement programs to alleviate the human resources for health crisis in the country. The HRH team partners with the Government of Zambia (GRZ) to set shared priorities and implement strategic, targeted, and effective programs that work to: (i) expand the number of healthcare workers in the country, (ii) optimize the distribution of the health workforce to improve equity of access and meet the needs of communities, and (iii) enhance the productivity of the existing health workforce. In effort to meet the third HRH objective, CHAI partnered with the MoH to plan, implement, and evaluate the National Community Health Assistant (CHA) Strategy, with the aim of formalizing and expanding the community health workforce through a phased approach, the first phase of which was a pilot, and the second phase, the scale up. In effot to ensure CHAs have skilled birth attendants to refer the community to at the rural health centre level, CHAI is working with the government to implement the scale up of skilled birth attendants (SBA) cadre(s)[1]. The HRH Analyst is responsible for assisting and managing all quantitative and qualitative data for the HRH team, guiding analytical and cost-effective HRH interventions. The HRH Analyst is a part of the CHAI Zambia HRH team, and reporting to the M&E HRH Program Manager. The HRH Analyst will work in close collaboration with the government and will interact on a regular basis with donors, NGOs, academic and research institutions and civil society.

[1] A Skilled Birth Attendant (SBA) is defined as a qualified health professional such as a Nurse, Midwife, Clinical Officer, Medical Licentiate and/or Doctor who is trained to provide labor and delivery services

Responsibilities:

• Engage in planning, coordination, and communications directly with the GRZ to launch and implement projects to alleviating the HRH crisis in Zambia. Respond to requests for technical assistance with speed and high-quality products.• Provide strategic guidance and technical assistance to the HRH team and GRZ by serving as a resource for all HRH data, best practices and evidence in the HRH sector• Assist with the management, updating, and modification of multiple, complex databases housed at CHAI, MoH, MCDMCH and the regulatory bodies and; produce and present analyses from large, complex databases to quantify different aspects of the HRH crisis in Zambia, and forecast the impact that different interventions could make.• Manage the CHA data system, building GRZ capacity, and generating quarterly reports• Collaborate with HRH team to implement evaluations both quantitative and qualitative• Partner with GRZ and HRH team to create sound and analyzable monitoring and supervision systems• Coordinate the development of healthcare worker registers with GRZ• Develop strong working relationships with key stakeholders in government, international partners, donors and NGOs, and ensure coordination of resources and efforts• Support the M&E HRH Program Manager in all programmatic matters including report writing• Provide support to core HRH team to ensure that the objectives and deliverables of the CHAI Zambia HRH Program are met

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of four years work experience within a demanding and fast-paced environment• Proven track record of effective project management and ability to generate results• Very strong quantitative skills, including significant experience with financial modeling in Excel• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and strong interpersonal capabilities• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and set priorities• Ability to maximize available data to provide strategic recommendations• Self-motivated and ability to work under pressure on complex projects• Ability to deal with sparse data and ambiguity• Ability to work cohesively with many stakeholders (e.g. MoH, MCDMCH, GNC, etc.)• Excellent quantitative, problem solving, analytical and statistical analysis skills (including strong Microsoft Excel skills and experience with STATA or SAS)• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint• Ability to generate data driven reports and work in a fast-paced environment• Experience working effectively with diverse teams• Willingness to travel domestically• Zambian nationals are strongly encouraged to apply

Advantages:

• Experience working in public health and with international organizations in Zambia• Familiarity with GRZ healthcare worker’s training curriculums, teaching methodologies and the public health sector systems• Experience in quantitative or qualitative research• Experience in financial modeling and data analysis

How to apply:

Please apply directly here: https://careers-chai.icims.com/jobs/3369/analyst%2c-human-resources-for-...

Organization: CBM
Country: Kenya
Closing date: 08 Sep 2013

JOB VACANCY
CBM is an international Christian disability and inclusive development organization whose primary purpose is to improve quality of life of the world’s poorest persons with disabilities and those at risk of disability, who live in the most disadvantaged societies. We are looking to recruit a HR Intern for our Nairobi Regional Office.

HUMAN RESOURCES INTERN

(Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply for this position.)This position exists to provide support to the Human Resources Management Information System (HRMIS) that supports the Regional Office HR strategy and is aligned to CBM’s global Vision.

Duties and Responsibilities:• Data entry of employee information for all staff into the HRMIS.• Testing of the existing HR modules in liaison with the HR Manager and HR departmental needs on compatibility.• Maintain the HRMIS database and generates scheduled or requested reports.• Update the organization chart in the HRMIS.• Maintain a database of employee contact information.• Keep employee records up-to-date while retaining same details in personnel files and in compliance with applicable legal requirements.• User testing of self service modules with all staff. Required qualifications and experience:

• Degree in a relevant field: Human Resources or Business Administration.• Related work experience in a busy office and HRMIS will be an advantage.• Must be computer literate - experience in Microsoft Packages: Outlook, Word, Excel and Access.• Well spoken, with ability to communicate clearly and concisely.• Excellent written and spoken English.• Ability to cope under pressure and meet deadlines.• Ability to integrate into a multi-cultural environment.

Application Procedures: Applicants should email their applications attaching a detailed curriculum vitae (including current and expected salary where applicable), an application letter indicating why they are interested in and qualified for the position and the names of three referees who can provide confidential assessment of their capabilities. All communications relating to applications for this position should be addressed to:

The Human Resources Manager - email: recruit@cbmi-nbo.org. Applications must be received by 8th September 2013. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

How to apply:

Application Procedures: Applicants should email their applications attaching a detailed curriculum vitae (including current and expected salary where applicable), an application letter indicating why they are interested in and qualified for the position and the names of three referees who can provide confidential assessment of their capabilities. All communications relating to applications for this position should be addressed to:

The Human Resources Manager - email: recruit@cbmi-nbo.org. Applications must be received by 8th September 2013. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.