Human Resources and Admin Manager - Uganda Nationals Only - Uganda

Kampala

Organization: NRC - Norwegian Refugee Council
Location: Kampala
Grade: Mid/Senior level - Mid/Senior - Internationally recruited position
Occupational Groups:
- Operations and Administrations
- Human Resources
- Emergency Aid and Response
- Administration / Office work
- Managerial positions
Closing Date: Closed

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a non-governmental, humanitarian organisation with 60 years of experience in helping to create a safer and more dignified life for people affected by displacement. NRC advocates for the rights of displaced populations and offers assistance through its core competences (CCs): Camp Management, Education, Livelihoods and Food Security, Information Counselling and Legal Assistance, Shelter, and Water, Sanitation and Hygiene.

NRC is seeking to recruit Human Resources & Administration Manager - National position.

Job description

Generic responsibilities
Implement NRC’s HR systems and procedures at national level
Ensure adherence to Employment Guidelines and other NRC policies
Ensure compliance with the local labor law
Regular HR analysis and reports
Personnel management of the HR team at country office
Training, support, control and development of HR teams in all offices, and support and training of all staff with HR responsibilities/ personnel management
Ensure safe and standardized filing of personnel documents in all offices
Specific responsibilities
Ensure that staff records in all offices in the area are up to date and filed appropriately
Prepare and submit reports and analysis
Support line managers in implementing correct procedures and team trainings
Ensure development and implementation of administrative systems and procedures
Guide senior management team and line managers on HR processes such as recruitment; induction; staff development; performance management; reward etc.
Update staff on HR policies, processes and procedures.
Align/design and effectively implement new staff orientation and training programmes
Coordinate with HR focal point persons on ground where necessary, clearance of staff separating from the organization, including exit interviews and final dues payments
In consultation with the CD and Area Managers, address staff grievances and disciplinary measures
Manage the staff Performance Management System
Coordinate new HR initiatives from NRC HQ and RO

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of experience from working as a senior HR Manager in a humanitarian/recovery context
Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
Fluency in English, both written and verbal
Knowledge and experience on the Uganda labor laws

Education field

Administration / Organisation / Management

Education level

College / University, Bachelor's degree

Personal qualities

Initiating action and change
Managing resources to optimize results
Managing performance and development
Empowering and building trust
Handling insecure environments

Language

English

We offer

Duty station: Kampala with frequent travel
40% travel expected
Contract period: 12 Months with possibility of extension
Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions, The candidate will observe NRC’s code of conduct and working hours for the NRC Uganda Office