African Union Senior Salary and Benefits Officer Jobs in Ethiopia

African Union Senior Salary and Benefits Officer Jobs in Ethiopia

Purpose of Job

To provide technical support for the effective management of staff compensation and benefits and data validation of payroll processing to achieve the objectives of the AU.

Main Functions

Provides technical support in the preparation and Implementation of programmes developed out of the Division’s strategic plan

Ensures effective coordination and implementation of staff compensation and benefits at various levels

Liaises with relevant stakeholders on staff compensation and benefits related matters

Prepares and develops reports, budget and work programmes related to the functioning of the Division

Provides support to develop resource mobilization strategy with stakeholders’ coordination

Manages, supervises, coaches and monitors performance of Supervisees by ensuing timely performance evaluation and compliance to the appraisal phases

Conducts complex analysis and generates accurate reports in a timely manner for the Division and AU’s internal use.

Liaises with the various Departments/Units of the Commission for coordination and alignment purposes

Specific Responsibilities

Implements, monitors, and updates staff pay and benefits policies to keep them competitive and legally compliant.

Continually reviews current wage rates and Staff regulations and rules changes, and competitor’s compensation programs.

Streamlines compensation policies, programs, and procedures with the AU’s HR vision and overarching objectives.

Provides advice to the management on salary and compensation in line with statutory requirements as well as the AU's philosophy and guidelines.

Participates in the compensation and rewards strategies that attract and retain talent.

Performs salary reviews based on sector specific benchmarking to submit it to policy organs and ensure competitiveness.

Oversees and periodically reviews the administration of benefits.

Participates in and/or leads projects focused on continuous improvement.

Ensures the timely process of the payroll

Coordinates the provision of staff welfare (e.g., insurance, medical services, pensions) of local and international staff

Provides advice and support to staff on welfare, benefits and entitlements related matters

Oversees and ensures well-functioning and timely service delivery of the compensation and Benefits Unit.

Provides advice and support to managers and staff on welfare, entitlement and benefits matters.

Serves as main point of contact with external suppliers (i.e., insurance companies)

Monitors the current staff compensation schemes proper application and evaluates the schemes to ensure value for money services as well as competitiveness of proposed scheme in comparison to the current market.

Provides support for the evaluation of pension and insurance schemes Assist in the promotion of awareness of pension and its regulations;

Develops or reviews the Education Allowance Policy to provide guidance while insuring

adherence to the Staff Regulations and Rules.

Ensures timely review of salary, allowances and benefits through engagement of consultancy firm and provision of necessary information and data.

Provides support for the development, review and issuance of standard operating procedures and training programs.
Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

Master’s Degree in Human Resources management, Financial Management or Accounting with at least 7 years progressively responsible experience in payroll administration out of which 3 years at supervisory role in similar international organization.
Or

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources management, Financial Management or accounting with at least 10 years progressively responsible experience in payroll administration out of which 3 years at supervisory role in similar international organization.

Professional certification in finance related qualifications from a recognized institution will be an added value.

Sound knowledge of IPSAS and ability to use SAP HCM module is mandatory.

At least 7 years of experience in processing payroll in a large international organization with 500+ employees base is mandatory;

Professional certification from recognized HR institutions such as SHRM-CP, CIPD or equivalent are desirable.

Professional certification from recognized accounting institutions such as ACCA or equivalent are desirable

Required Skills

Management and supervisory Skills

Interpersonal and negotiation skills

Change management and strategic thinking skills

Planning and organizational skills

Research and analytical skills

Ability to work in teams and in a multicultural environment

Knowledge and working understanding of Microsoft office suite and AU software

Knowledge and working understanding of AU policies, processes and standards

Report writing, communication and presentation skills

Proficiency in one of the AU official working languages (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic) and fluency in another AU language(s) is an added advantage

Leadership Competencies

Strategic Insight...

Developing others ....

Change Management....

Managing Risk...

Core Competencies

Building Relationships ....

Foster Accountability Culture....

Learning Orientation ....

Communicating with Influence...

Functional Competencies

Conceptual thinking ....

Job Knowledge and Information Sharing ....

Drive for result...

Continuous Improvement Orientation ….

How to Apply

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