Company Description

SNV is a mission-driven global development partner working in more than 20 countries across Africa and Asia. Building on 60 years of experience and grounded in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, we work on the core themes of gender equality and social inclusion, climate adaptation and mitigation, and strong institutions and effective governance. Together with our team of over 1,600 people, our mission is to strengthen capacities and catalyze partnerships that transform the agri-food, energy, and water systems, which enable sustainable and more equitable lives for all.

SNV, Netherlands Development Organization, is operating in Ethiopia since the 1970s. Currently, SNV is working in eight regional states and the two city administrations of Ethiopia, providing technical assistance and program implementation in Agriculture, WASH, and Energy Sectors. SNV is an open and learning organization that focuses on improving the lives of Ethiopians through a market-based approach inclusive of women and youth. 

For more information on SNV's operations, visit our website: . 

Job Description

Summary of the role

This is a senior HR position coordinating Human Resource support in SNV Ethiopia and providing HR services where recruitment is paramount. In line with the SNV policy,  guidelines, and country-specific regulations; is responsible for the
efficient recruitment of staff and maintenance of HR systems and information, 

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment Coordination

  • Advertise recruitment opportunities, and initially
    screen applications received against job requirements.

  • Working in support of the hiring manager, set up
    and serve the interview process – confirming the interview date/time with
    candidates and selectors, ensuring interview questions and copies of CVs are
    available, assessment tests undertaken, and room bookings made. 

  • Obtain references, and correspond with selected
    candidates regarding offers, confirmation of appointment, and employment
    contracts; informing other candidates of their election results.

  • Set up HR files for appointed candidates once
    the contract is signed.

  • Maintain files of suitable CVs for other posts.      

Staff Development

  • Support the HR Department in mapping staff development and training
    requirements, in line with the annual performance appraisals.

  • In coordination with the Operation and Program departments, arrange for the
    on-boarding and induction of new personnel; ensuring that they registered
    within the necessary systems (including SbD, Timesheet, Payroll, Pension
    Systems, insurance, and other necessary registrations).

  • Assist Programming & Operational leadership in identifying and monitoring suitable training programs for staff development. Conduct
    after-training surveys to assess the outcomes and impacts of this development
    training.
  • Advise and assist both Programming & Operational management and employees with respect to employment issues and concerns; through the interpretation of applicable HR
    policies and procedures.

 Support to HR Systems & Information

  • Support efficient use of Timetell by all staff

  • Conduct routine HR correspondence in line with requirements and as
    authorized by the relevant HR person

  • Support to the HR and Finance team in the production of the monthly staff payroll in line with agreed procedures.  

  • Maintain relevant HR databases and systems – SAP, Smart Recruiter by
    providing routine reports to the HR manager.

  • Track completion by managers of the annual Performance Appraisal Review
    process (PAR), bringing issues of concern to the HR manager.

  • Maintain HR personnel records, including annual leave forms, maintaining confidentiality at all times.   

  • Arrange necessary HR exit processes for terminating staff

General support

  • Complete other related tasks as assigned by the line manager
  •  Fully participate as an HR team member and with different organizational events and requirements. 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor degree with a proven track record of 4+ years of combined General HR and recruitment experiences preferably a combination of an NGO and a multinational environment.
  • Relevant HR work experience and an up-to-date network are preferred.
  • Excellent communication skills Verbal and writing in English
  • Proven ability to consistently and positively contribute in a high-paced, changing multicultural work environment.
  • A flexible team player who is self-directed, detail-oriented, problem solver contributing to building trust and collaborative working relationships.
  • Strong influencing skills, keeping confidentiality and neutrality in complex and sensitive situations.
  • Good IT, administrative, organizing, and delegation skills.

  • Excellent administration skills, able to organize own work and
    follow-up on tasks as required.

  • Able to follow required procedures and guidelines, give good attention
    to detail.   

  • Flexible, dynamic, excellent interpersonal skills, able to relate

  • effectively with a wide range of people. 

  • Proficient computer skills – able to use Word, Excel, and Outlook. High level of excel knowledge is preferable.

Additional Information

Contract Type: National

Expected start date: As soon as possible

Contract Duration: One year with the possibility of extension based on performance and budget availability. 

Working at SNV 

SNV offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package; for internationals, we offer an international benefits package and to Ethiopian nationals, we offer a competitive national package. We also offer a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from, and contribute to, an internal global network of experts. 

How to Apply

Please apply by clicking on the I'm Interested button and completing your application in our in-house recruitment system before or on 19 April 2023.

All information will be in the strictest confidence and in accordance to GDPR. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We will require that you provide us with full details of three people who are willing to act as a referee.  We will not contact these referees without your explicit permission.

Women candidates are encouraged to apply.

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