The Danish Refugee Council / Danish Demining Group (DRC/DDG) has been
operational in West Africa since 1998. Our aim is to contribute to the
peace and stabilization, protection and promotion of durable solutions
to crisis affected populations in the region. The overall strategic
objective of the programme is to support peace and stabilization,
protect and promote durable solutions to conflict affected populations
in Nigeria, Liberia, Burkina Faso, Côte d’Ivoire, Guinée, and Mali on
the basis of humanitarian principles and fundamental human rights.
DRC/DDG
operations are focused on Yola and Mubi in Adamawa State and Maiduguri
in Borno State and from there we will focus on meeting the basic needs
(protection, MRE, WASH, food security, livelihood and NFI/shelter) of
urban caseloads as well as supporting outreach to affected areas and
displacement camps.
We are recruiting to fill the position of:
HR MANAGER (EXPATRIATE POSITION ONLY)
ABOUT THE JOB
The
role advises management on strategic HR issues, and leads and
coordinates the implementation of HR activities throughout the country,
in line with DRC’s global and regional HR policies and procedures.
You will ensure the proper set-up and staffing of the HR function to deliver effective services to managers.
The
position is the senior-most HR function in the country. You will report
to the Country Director and coordinate work planning and activities
closely with the Regional HR Manager for West Africa and/or the
International HR Team in HQ.
You will have a dotted-line supervision role for all national staff with HR responsibilities.
In particular, you will have the following responsibilities:
People
planning: advise management on planning to ensure proper forecasting of
staff needs (profiles, numbers, etc.), and succession planning.
Recruitment:
implement global/regional recruitment guidelines, lead recruitment for
select positions (discussed and agreed with Regional HR Manager and
management), ensure systems are in place for onboarding of new staff
Performance:
support managers to implement probation period management feedback and
annual appraisals, implementing global and regional guidelines. Advise
managers to deal effectively with poor performance. Escalate cases, as
necessary, to HQ (contract owners for expats).
Development: Support
and advise management on development opportunities for expatriate and
national staff, in line with global and regional guidelines.
Well-Being:
Ensure tailoring and implementation of global and regional well-being
guidelines and policies for R&R, staff housing and working
conditions.
Contract management, compensation and benefits: Ensure
compliance with local labor laws and creation of national HR manual that
is compliant with local law and DRC rules and regulations. Implement
regional payroll system within country. Ensure contract management
procedures in place for national staff.
Compliance: Monitor
compliance with global and regional HR policies and procedures, and
report non-compliance to management, and Regional HR Manager.
Disciplinary
Measures: In case of misconduct ensure that an appropriate response is
defined and that it will be based on an investigation clarifying
responsibility and reason for misconduct.
ABOUT YOU
At least 3 years of experience in HR management, out of which at least 1 in international position;
At least 1 year experience working with an international humanitarian or development organization; preferably in the field.
Demonstrable strategic HR experience (global workforce planning, development of HR processes);
Experience in working in complex, fast-changing and volatile contexts;
Excellent
management, interpersonal and negotiation skills and a demonstrated
ability to promote harmonious/cohesive teamwork, in a cross cultural
context;
Proven ability to plan long-term, organized priorities and
work under administrative and programmatic pressures with detail
orientation and professional grace;
Highly collaborative and able to
establish positive working relationships with senior level management
and all other stakeholders to maximize cooperation and productivity;
Strong proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.
DESIRABLE:Experience working in Nigeria and/or West Africa
All employees should master DRC's core competencies:
Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.
WE OFFER
Expatriate Contract
Contract length: 1 year
Level: A14
Designation
of Duty Station: The position is based in Abuja, Nigeria, with travel
expected within the country (around 30%). This is an unaccompanied
position within a non-family duty station.
Salary
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Expatriates
Note
All
applicants must send a Cover letter and an updated CV's (no longer than
four pages). Both must be in the same language as this vacancy note. CV
only applications will not be considered.
If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please contact: job@drc.dk
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
DUE DATE: 16 November, 2016
HR Job Opening at The Danish Refugee Council
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