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| Human Resources Officer | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Country | Afghanistan | Province | Kabul, |
| Categories | Human Resource, Health Care, | Type | Full Time |
| Post Date | 2021-03-25 | Close Date | 2021-04-10 |
| Vacancy No | R728 | Gender | male female |
| No Of Jobs | 1 | Contract Duration | One year (Extendable) |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or other relevant discipline plus six (6) years of p | Experience | Six (6) years of experience working in human resources |
| Organization | Opportunities for you | Salary | As per NTA Salary Scale |
About Company
About (MSH) Management Sciences for Health (AFIAT): MSH is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, religion, creed, citizenship, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability unrelated to job requirements. MSH will take affirmative action to ensure that qualified applicants are employed and that employees are treated without regard to their race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran and disability status. In compliance with U.S. Department of Labor Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, and Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Readjustment Assistance Act, MSH has developed and maintains an affirmative action program and plan.
Job Description
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB:
The Human Resources Officer works closely with the Sr. Human Resources Manager covering a variety of HR activities including employee relations, recruitment, benefits, orientation, implementation of policies and procedures, and administration of personnel systems. S/he, in collaboration with other program staff, assists in coordinating local recruitment. In the absence of the Sr. HR Manager, the HR Officer serves as a resource person to staff with respect to program policies and procedures and the Benefits Program. S/he collaborates with the Accountants providing information on holiday, sick, and vacation leave usage. The HR Officer assists the Senior HR Manager in communicating with HQ HR staff on a regular basis to keep Afghanistan personnel information and documentation up-to-date in MSH headquarters. S/he also provides assistance to the Snr HR Manager in general orientation to new staff. The HR Officer is aware of, and adheres to, MSH’s Procurement Integrity (PI) standards in all activities and is responsible for raising the awareness of staff regarding PI regulations.
Major Activities / Responsibilities :
Recruitment
- Under direct supervision of the HR Manager and in collaboration with program staff, provide services related to the recruitment of staff. This may include assisting hiring managers in defining recruitment needs, developing clear job descriptions, arranging the posting of approved job descriptions, receiving applications, reviewing and circulating applicant CV’s to Program Managers, identifying advertisement resources and placing ads as needed, setting up interview schedules and interview committees, interviewing candidates, and checking references. Ensure that the files and database for job applicants and consultants are maintained, forwarding CVs to MSH HQ for inclusion in the company-wide HR skills database as appropriate.
Personnel
Ensure that accurate personnel files are maintained for all employees. Act as a liaison to the HR Manager and as appropriate to HR in HQ with respect to personnel matters. Be available to employees regarding confidential employment matters, career development, job satisfaction, and grievance and discipline issues. Provide guidance and options and/or pathways for resolution, consulting with the HR Manager, and Regional HR Partner as appropriate. Provide assistance to the HR Manager in conducting exit interviews with departing staff.
Leave tracking
- Set up and maintain a system to track vacation, sick and holiday leave. Provide information to Accounting Unit on employee leave balances on a monthly basis.
- Health and Medical Benefits Program
- Assist in the administration of the health benefits program working with other staff as appropriate.
- Orientation and Annual Benefits Review
- Provide orientation for all new staff to review MSH benefits, allowances, policies, and procedures.
- Supervision
- Supervise the Human Resource Services Providers and other HR staff as required.
- Procurement Integrity
- Provide PI training to new and continuing staff to ensure that MSH standards and USAID regulations are adhered to particularly in regard to the recruitment of new staff.
- Fulfil any other tasks requested by the supervisor and pertinent with the general scope of work of the position.
Job Requirement
REQUIRED MINIMUM
EDUCATION:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or other relevant discipline plus six (6) years of progressive experience working on human resources management.
- Master’s degree plus four (4) years’ experience.
REQUIRED MINIMUM
EXPERIENCE:
Six (6) years of experience working in human resources, or other similar area.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Ability to handle confidential matters discreetly and gain the trust and confidence of colleagues.
- Experience in conflict resolution.
- Competence to assess priorities, manage a variety of complex activities simultaneously in a time-sensitive environment, and meet competing deadlines.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proven ability to successfully participate on teams in a fast-paced environment.
- Solid computer skills; proficiency in word-processing.
- Database management and spreadsheet experience preferred; Microsoft Office preferred.
- Knowledge of HRIS workday is preferred.
- Long-term resident work experience in Afghanistan required.
COMPETENCIES:
- Excellent written and oral communication skills both in local languages and English. Excellent interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to interact professionally with culturally diverse staff, clients, and consultants.
- Able travel to provinces
Submission Guideline
Interested candidates should go apply through the below link and submit an application form for positions they are suitably qualified for.
https://msh.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/job/Afghanistan-Kabul/Human-Resources-Officer_R728
Please click the employment opportunities tab and select Afghanistan from the list of countries. A list of positions will appear, please select those you wish to apply for. Candidates who do not apply through the above-mentioned link will not be considered for the shortlist. Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental handicap.
Note: The deadline for applications is for two weeks. However, interviews of suitable candidates may begin as applications are received. Please apply early.
Submission Email
https://msh.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/job/Afghanistan-Kabul/Human-Resources-Officer_R728