Role and responsibilities

The purpose of a Team Leader is to provide efficient and effective Human Resources Management support and office administration procedures at the NRC Jigjiga field office.

Generic responsibilities:

These responsibilities shall be the same for all positions with the same title. The responsibilities shall be short and essential. Details belong in the Work- and Professional Development Plan.

• Ensure provision, awareness and practical advice to all staff on the NRC HR policies and procedures, and their adherence to them
• Provide technical guidance to client sections, plan, organize and participate in interviews for staff recruitment and advise process of candidate selection, contracting, orientation and confirmation
• Plan and source staff training in liaison with line managers including for orienting new staff
• Ensure timely remittance and proper filing of all statutory deductions
• Ensure timely processing of the monthly payroll information to the country office
• In consultation with the AM, provide technical input and be the focal point in addressing 

Specific responsibilities

These responsibilities shall be adapted to the particularities of the job location and context, phase of operation, strategic focus and type of programme intervention. This section shall be revised whenever a new employee is hired or the context changes significantly. 

• Ensure maintenance of an effective, efficient and up to date staff records and filing system including contracts, leave, medical, awards, discipline, archiving, etc
• Employee Relations issues including staff grievances, disciplinary measures, etc
• Plan and advise on the staff performance management and appraisal calendar and content
• Prepare periodic HR reports and planning projections for submission to country office
• Follow up the lease agreement at field level
• Participate in the selection of Incentive Workers and prepare payroll
• Maintain full up to date records and archives of employee files and other documents
• Supervise, appraise and offer guidance to the Human Resources Assistant, and Admin Assistant
• Contribute in the preparation of the office running budget
• Focal person for staff care and duty of care at field location
• In consultation with the Area manager establish appropriate policies and procedures of accommodation and catering at NRC Assosa (if needed)
• Coordinate clearance of staff separating from the organization including exit interviews and final dues payments
• Perform other tasks assigned by supervisor

Job Requirements

Academic and Professional Qualifications:

• BA Degree in Human Resources Management, Management or Business Administration
• Understanding of the relevant laws and statutory requirements
• Minimum of 3 years of work experience with related field 

Professional competencies:

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Wide knowledge of the NGO operations and the dynamics of the humanitarian sector
• Strong personnel administration orientation
• Keen sense of compliance with policy and procedure
• Good employer- employee contract negotiation skills
• Personal conflict resolution and problem solving skills
• Strong organizational and team working skills
• Good cultural and awareness and sensitivity
• Basic employee counselling skills
• Highly approachable, trustworthy and confidential
• Good computer application skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, database and network communications. 

Behavioral competencies

These are personal qualities that influence how successful people are in their job. NRC’s Competency Framework states 12 behavioral competencies, and the following are essential for this position:

• Handling insecure environments
• Managing resources to optimize results
• Empowering and building trust
• Managing performance and development
• Planning and delivering results

Context related skills, knowledge and experience (shall be adapted to the specific position):

• Example: Knowledge of the context in Ethiopia
• Example: Knowledge of the country labor law
• Example: Experience with start-up, exit or similar

How to Apply

Please click on below link to apply! 

Application link