Job Description
Title: Human Resources Officer
Program/Department: Integrated RMNCH+PPFP scaleup at high case load facilities project
Reports to: Senior Human Resources Manager
Duty Station: Addis Ababa
The HR Officer provides general day-to-day HR support across EngenderHealth Integrated RMNCH+PPFP scaleup at high case load facilities project
as part of the function in relation to all HR, employee Benefits, training and development and other administration for the project employees employees in compliance with statutory obligations and best practice. Assisting the Senior HR Manager with general HR matters, including reviewing and developing relevant EH policies and procedures and providing advice in relation to employee performance, conduct and absence management.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assists Senior HR Manager in the preparation of HR plan to support the overall strategic aims objectives of Engender Health.
Ensures that staff are aware of the policies and procedures and able to operate them effectively.
Provides support to Senior HR Manager on all HR and organizational development issues.
Provides assistance to Senior HR Manager in processing performance management
Contributes to gathering and analyzing market data to measure the competitiveness of Engender Health’s salary and benefits package and make recommendations in revising salary grids if appropriate and annual salary review.
Monitors all types of leave requests and provide monthly reports
Assists in managing medical insurance and life insurance policies by making sure that newly employed staff and their dependents are included in the insurance scheme. Follow-up insurance premiums are paid timely. Updates the insurance company with changes such as termination of employees and settlement premium balance.
Prepares resource person agreements and maintains proper its documentation
Make sure that new staff are registered at Private Organization Employees’ Social Security Agency
Provides counseling and support on policies and procedures
Assists in performance management and employee evaluation
Supports the development and implementation of HR initiatives and systems
Participates in staff recruitment by preparing job descriptions, posting ads, screening, and managing the hiring process. Organize interview schedules and participate in interviews as required, conduct reference cheeks, inform unsuccessful candidates.
Support the management of disciplinary and grievance issues
Maintains vital employee records according to policy and legal requirements
Reviews employment and working conditions to ensure legal compliance
Conducts exit interviews on telephone or in person and compile statistics and trending reports.
Assists in the monitoring of Performance Review compliance by guiding managers in completing reviews within respective time frames, enters completed reviews into HR system, and provides completion statistics.
Encourage good practice by promoting and championing the child protection policy and procedures and respond appropriately to disclosures or concerns which relate to the well-being of a child or vulnerable person.
Follows-up with team members to maintain online monthly time sheets, leave approval
Collects and analyze data for key HR metrics to report insights
Encourage good practice by promoting and championing the child protection policy and procedures and respond appropriately to disclosures or concerns which relate to the well-being of a child or vulnerable person.
Performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor
Job Requirement
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Human Resources management, or Social Sciences,
Minimum of 5 years relevant experience including policy and procedure development, performance management and staff development, preferably in an international NGO.
Excellent computer skills, knowledge of Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, and demonstrated skills in database management and record keeping
Knowledge of local employment laws and best practices
Proven experience and ability to effectively manage a varied workload, working tight deadlines and schedules
Ability to work in teamwork in team working style in a complex interdependent international organization,
Experience of working effectively safeguarding children and vulnerable populations.
ESSENTIAL SOFT SKILLS
Committed to EngenderHealth’s core organizational values of reflection, inclusion, integrity, respect, and transformation
Energetic and enthusiastic approach to work
Good interpersonal skills, be respectful
Be honest and trustworthy
Willingness to travel to field offices,
PREFERRED SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND FUNCTIONS
Excellent communication and writing skills
Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
Required Skills
How to Apply
If you are interested and well qualified for the position, please send your CV with an application letter through THIS LINK
Please note that you are not required to attach your credentials at this stage.
Female Candidates are highly encouraged to apply for this position.
Disclaimer
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person(s) assigned to this job. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities as needed and assigned.
EngenderHealth provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, creed, ancestry, citizenship, religion, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, political belief, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a survivor of domestic violence, marital status, pregnancy status, disability or any other protected characteristic or status under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
EngenderHealth complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in the United States in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
EngenderHealth is committed to safeguarding all people, particularly children, vulnerable adults, and beneficiaries of assistance from any harm that may be caused due to contact with EngenderHealth. This includes harm arising from the conduct of staff, associates, and partners, and the design and implementation of programs and activities.
