Human Ressources Officer

Contract

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Job Title Human Resources Officer Supervised by Human Resources Coordinator Reporting to Head of Support Services Duty Station Tunis with travel to field office when required Area of operations Libya, Algeria & Tunisia (based in Tunis, Tunisia) Applicable period 6 months Type of contract National Contract Level and compensation Band H

Annual gross salary : between 37800 - 43000

Danish Refugee Council, one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, is currently looking for a highly qualified Human Resources Officer.

About the job

Under the supervision of the Head of Support Services and the technical management of the Human Resources Coordinator, the Human Resources Officer will be responsible in supporting in the various human resource functions, which include recruitment, performance, development, compensation and benefits, HR administration within the coordination office in Tunis, Algeria, Zarzis and Libya.

Your main duties and responsibilities will be:

Human Resources

• Collect, update, and provide to the HR Coordinator monthly recruitment reports for Algeria, Libya, and Tunisia operations.
• Create and maintain recruitment files for all recruitment
• Support orientation process (schedule induction and provide HR induction for all new staff) and inform admin to follow up with on-arrival arrangements related to visas, accommodations, safety briefs, etc.
• Be responsible for timely and accurate request/preparation of appropriate contracts for employees, volunteers, interns
• Responsible for advertisement preparation of positions Tunisia, Algeria and Zarzis.
• Support ALT operations with the recruitment process.
• Participate in interviews and in the recruitment process until the selected candidate is on board.
• Schedule exit interviews
• Prepare National/Expat Staff contracts and contract extension letters and ensure that all newly hired sign their contract, reads the Self Declaration form, fill in the personal data form and signs the Code of Conduct, and submit requested documents; ID, Passport, diplomas etc...
• Organize, file and update all the human resources documentation such as staff lists, job descriptions, CVs, contracts of employment, leave requests, attendance lists and any other documents related to HR management.
• Support with the implementation of a consolidated learning and development plan
• Support HR coordinator in conducting “Managers training” and learning activities on staff care/Team building
• Support HR Coordinator in conducting/attending salary and benefits surveys, revising national staff salary scales
• Advise hiring managers on compensation rates
• Maintain dynamics data accurate
• Create, extend, and terminate employees on dynamics
• Maintain leave request tracker up to date and update managers on leave balance.
• Follow up with the health insurance plan for local staff in the absence of FP
• Support with payroll preparation with new staff members and update changes
• Prepare work certificates for staff upon request
• Ensure meetings for the senior management team are organized and other administrative support as may be required.
• Any other duties as requested by HoSS and HR Coordinator in relation to the HR department.

About you

To be successful in this role we expect you to have at least 3 years' experience in HR/administration, in an international NGO in a similar role at mid-management level.

Moreover, we expect the following:

Required

• Strong proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required Diploma in Business Administration or related area
• University degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology or equivalent preferred qualifications
• Fluency in English and Arabic

Desirable

• Working knowledge of French

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:

Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.

Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.

Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.

Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.

Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

We offer

Contract length: 6 months renewable depending on funding

Band: H

Start date: November 2023

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for national staff.

Application process

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. A****pplications sent by email will not be considered.

Closing date for applications: 30 September 2023.

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.