Human Resources Manager Alert Job Description The IRC has been working in Pakistan since 1980. The IRC is leading a Pakistan Reading Project PRP to improve the quality of reading in public and private schools, supporting at least 2.5 million additional primary school students to read at a level commensurate with standards at their grade level. This goal will be supported by the mutually-reinforcing components of teacher education and professional development (PD), systems reform, and civil society engagement. The HR Manager is responsible for managing the HR functions including staff recruitment, contracts management, staff skills development, performance management, orientations, staff grievance handling and benefits administration. In consultation with HR Coordinator the incumbent will work closely with all program managers on human resources matters. The successful candidate will build HR capacity and infrastructure in the central Islamabad project office and KP district office to ensure efficient and effective support for 150+ employees throughout the Pakistan Reading Project. The HR Manager 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. Responsibilities Implement IRC’s new Global HR Operating Policies and Procedures and ensure all Generalist HR activities are carried-out in adherence to these standards. Work with HR Coordinator and Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) for Operations to determine workforce needs, identify human resource and competency gaps, and devise a development and workforce plan to facilitate nationalizing roles and staff retention. Manage, train, mentor Sr. HR Officer and HR Officers; create detailed plan to build capacity including performance objectives, recruitment and commitment to development. Oversee full-cycle recruitment process and directly recruit senior-level positions; Develop candidate rosters, employ traditional sourcing strategies, actively network and employ innovative, creative recruiting methods to hire the best talent. Review and approve job position requests, job descriptions and make recommendations for ensuring accuracy and consistency. Manage the performance management process including creating a plan to manage annual reviews, conducting training on goal-setting, utilizing budgets to organize development activities and working one-on-one with employees. In partnership with the Regional HR Director, define and review salary structure; In conjunction with DCOP and Finance Controller, coordinate annual compensation review process and compensation adjustments. Carry-out daily HR-related administrative duties such as updating contracts, generating employee reports and executing compliance-related activities with all existing legal and government reporting requirements. Spearhead internal staff communications, team-building and employee engagement activities. Ensure that the HR team is working in a harmonized manner with consistency among application of policy throughout all offices, and identify and implement mechanisms to ensure cooperation, communication and teamwork. Serve as an ambassador and champion for the IRC Way: Standards for Professional Code of Conduct; escalate code of conduct issues to DCOP and Regional HR Director for additional support and to ensure issue is resolved and appropriate follow-up is carried out. Provide assistance to supervisors in determining appropriate disciplinary plan of action Manage employee relations with professional grace; Lead investigations to resolve issues/conflict in the workplace. Act as an impartial mediator in disciplinary procedures and ensure it is administered in an equitable and fair manner and meets all legal and labor regulations and requirements. Manage exit management procedure to ensure seamless and positive transition for departing employee Manage benefit plans and communicate updates. Under the guidance of the HR Coordinator, respond to employee and/or supervisor requests, be well versed in IRC Global HR Policies, and provide weekly, monthly and quarterly HR metrics as required. Desired Skills & Experience Skills & Qualifications Bachelor’s and/or Master’s university degree in HR management, Business Administration, Law, or related field. 5-8 years progressive experience as an HR generalist, including recruitment, performance management, compensation, training and development and HR Administration Minimum 2 years experience managing and mentoring HR staff. Exposure to Applicant Tracking systems and global recruitment preferred. Professional experience with INGOs/NGOs and/or international experience is a plus; interest in humanitarian field is preferred Top-tier presentation and communication skills; ability to convey information effectively and solid experience providing training and staff development Proven sense of professional discretion, integrity, and ability to manage 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 Diplomatic and strong acumen in establishing positive working relationships with employees and all other stakeholders to maximize cooperation and productivity Written and spoken fluency in Urdu & English required. Very strong proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required Company Description The International Rescue Committee responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and in 22 U.S. cities, the IRC restores safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home. APPLY: linkedin/jobs?viewJob=&jobId=6542364&goback=%2Enmp_*1_*1_*1_*1_*1_*1_*1_*1_*1_*1&trk=rj_nus
Posted on: Tue, 23 Jul 2013 21:32:43 +0000
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