International Rescue Committee HR Coordinator, Occupied Palestinian Territories (Head of Department) Jobs in Kenya
International Rescue Committee HR Coordinator, Occupied Palestinian Territories (Head of Department) Jobs in Kenya
Job Overview:The HR Coordinator is responsible for providing leadership for the HR function for staff members across IRC’s occupied Palestinian territory (oPt) program. The HR Coordinator will lead a team of HR staff to ensure high quality and efficient staff recruitment, contracts management, orientation, learning and development, performance management, compensation and benefits, code of conduct compliance, employee engagement and staff care. The position acts as an HR advisor to the SMT. The HR Coordinator reports to the IRC Country Director and has a technical reporting line to Global Human Resources.
The HR Coordinator will adapt and implement Global HR initiatives and practices and serve as an advisor to maximize staffing resources and performance, promote a positive organizational culture, minimize risk and ensure economy and efficiency of work processes.
Major Responsibilities:
Strategic HR Leadership and Management
Devise and deliver a planned HR approach to attracting, developing, inspiring and retaining the right people with the right skills to achieve strategic, programmatic results.
As a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT), determine workforce needs, identify human resource and competency gaps, and devise a development and workforce plan to facilitate nationalizing roles and retaining staff.
Actively participate in proposal design and grants opening and review meetings (GRMs, GOMs) specifically advising on organizational structure, position scoping, demographic/staffing analysis and other inputs critical to ensure strong HR foundation to support program quality.
Conduct monthly and quarterly strategic HR metrics and analysis to inform Senior Management Team and Regional HR decision-making, lead on country program inputs to global HR scorecards.
Job Requirements:
Education:
Bachelor’s required. Master’s university degree in HR management, MBA, Law, International Relations, or related field is a plus.
Work Experience:
5+ years of progressive experience as an HR generalist, including recruitment, performance management, compensation, training and development and HR Administration.
Minimum 3 years staff management experience in a fast-paced environment.
At least 3 years of experience with an international organization or international experience.
Remote management experience a plus; INGO experience STRONGLY preferred.
Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:
A commitment to IRC’s mission and vision
Strategic leadership experience managing an HR function for large budget programs in the INGO sector is strongly preferred.
Strategic experience with managing staff, global workforce planning, and development of HR processes during a
start-up phase is a plus.
Top-tier written, presentation and verbal communication skills; ability to convey information effectively and solid experience providing training and staff development in English and Arabic.
Proven sense of professional discretion, integrity, and ability to manage complex HR situations diplomatically and to effective resolution.
Excellent management, interpersonal and negotiation skills and a demonstrated ability to promote harmonious/cohesive teamwork, in a cross-cultural context.
Proven ability to plan long-term, organize priorities and work under administrative and programmatic pressures with detail orientation and professional grace.
Highly collaborative and resourceful; ability to establish positive working relationships with senior level management and all other stakeholders to maximize cooperation and productivity.
Strong proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint is required.
Curiosity, a desire to continually learn and develop and a sense of humor is a must.
Working knowledge of local labor law is required; International HR experience is an asset.
Language Skills:
Fluency in English required
Travel:
Approximately 10% travel time to different field offices may be required.
Standard of Professional Conduct:
The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.
Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:
The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.
How to Apply
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