Human Resources and Administration Officer

Provide HR and administrative support to ensure efficient operations.

DRC - Danish Refugee Council

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Sittwe (Myanmar (Burma))

Human Resources

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Overview

Provide HR and administrative support to ensure efficient operations.

You have:

University degree in Human Resource Management, Business, or Social Science Degree specializing in Human Resources or equivalent professional qualification.
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in Human Resources management, administration, change management, and/or organizational development
Technical skills in managing Recruitments, filling process.
Excellent skill in administrative management, multi-tasking
(I)NGO experience is preferred
Excellent skill in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Experience using an online system for recruitment
Good interpersonal skills and communication skills.
Familiarity with Myanmar labor law.
Advanced English proficiency
Fluency in local language

Contract

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Details

Duty Station : Sittwe

Report to : Human Resources and Administration Team Leader

Overall purpose of the role:

To provide Human Resources, assistance and support in compliance with DRC's, local guidelines and procedures. And oversee all aspects of administrative support at the DRC office, ensuring efficient operations and procedures. Develop systems that contribute to improving the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the administrative operations.

Responsibilities:

Human Resources tasks

Recruitment

Collect CV for different positions and share longlist with hiring managers.
Arrange test and interview processes by informing the candidates and interviewers, for both internal and external interviews and filing all the recruitment-related documents.
Make Sure the quality of data in Talent Recruiter system for all open positions and clean up.
Ensure updating monthly recruitment tracker.

Compensation & benefits

report monthly staff information Highlight for the staff payroll processing.
Ensure staff bank account information submission to CO Finance department for monthly salary transfer.
Manage and follow up on request housing and travelling allowance (HAT) for staff.
Prepare, advice and oversee staff leave and absence tracking tools.

Dynamics HR Function

Support roll out of new HR Management Systems and tools e.g. Dynamics
Ensure to be correct employee data in system
Check and oversee, corrected leave balance of staff in Dynamics.
Assist to ensure log in to Dynamic, email accessing for new onboarding staff.
Raise staff’s dynamic error report as needed.

Administration tasks

Facilities management

Ensure all office infrastructures are appropriate, safe and functioning (i.e. security system, health and safety, communications, etc.)
Coordinating building and maintenance issues for general repair (heating and air conditioning, security, etc.) and updating (cleaning, painting, etc.)
Supervises and controls maintenance-related expenses for the assigned premises.
In conjunction with the safety team, ensure safety and security issues for the general security of the office.
Ensure repairs and maintenance of facilities in compliance with DRC standards and procedures.
Develop and maintain office general programming equipment tracker and system.

Travel arrangements:

Upon receipt of approved travel /accommodation forms from staff, make necessary arrangements and coordinate with logistics and other DRC locations for appropriate travel and accommodation arrangements.
Ensure hotel/venue invoices are received and reconciled. Verified invoices/payment sheets are submitted to finance department for payment.

Administrative support

Ensure timely payments for operational cost such as service fee, utilities.
To Maintain and Keep the top-up card record of disbursement on monthly basis.
Ensure offices stationaries and supplies are in place and monitor their utilization.
Ensure meetings/ training for staff are organized and other administrative support as may be required.
Develop and maintain electronic and manual filling systems and procedures.
Manage and maintain office small operation costs (petty cash) and settle according to the DRC guideline.
Supervise the cleaners

*Any other duty requested by HR and Admin Team Leader and Support Services Manager

Required experience and technical competencies

University degree in Human Resource Management, Business, or Social Science Degree specializing in Human Resources or equivalent professional qualification.
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in Human Resources management, administration, change management, and/or organizational development
Technical skills in managing Recruitments, filling process.
Excellent skill in administrative management, multi-tasking
(I)NGO experience is preferred
Excellent skill in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Experience using an online system for recruitment
Able to work independently, asking for help when deeded.
Good interpersonal skills and communication skills.
Familiarity with Myanmar labor law.
Advanced English proficiency
Fluency in local language

All DRC roles require the post-holder to master DRC’s core competencies:

Striving for excellence: Focusing on reaching results while ensuring efficient processes.
Collaborating: Involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback.
Taking the lead: Taking ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating: Listening and speaking effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

Condition

Contract: DRC will offer the successful applicant a DRC’s Regular contract including 3-month probation. Renewable depends on both funding and performance. Salary and conditions will be in accordance with DRC’s Terms of Employment. The position is placed in Employment Band H- non-management. Only applicants who can work and be based in Sittwe, Rakhine State, are eligible for this position.

Application and CV

Interested? Click here to apply. Please send your application, in English, no later than 8th June 2026.

CV only applications will not be considered.

(Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and shortlisted candidates may be contacted for interview/an offer made before the advertised closing date)

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Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience with recruitment processes, specifically in preparing and managing candidate documentation?	This question assesses your hands-on experience in recruitment and your organizational skills.	Discuss specific instances where you've managed recruitment documentation, outlining your approach to maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
How do you prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment, especially in HR and administrative roles?	Employers want to know how you handle multiple responsibilities effectively.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a time when you helped improve an administrative process. What was the outcome?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use to ensure compliance with local labor laws in HR practices?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How have you handled conflicts within a team or during recruitment processes?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What is your experience with HR management systems, and how do you ensure data accuracy?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you stay updated on changes in labor laws and HR best practices?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of how you have contributed to a successful onboarding process for new employees?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.