Human Resources Officer

Job Posting Organization:
Relief International is an international non-profit organization that partners with communities impacted by conflict, climate change, and disaster to save lives, build greater resilience, and promote long-term health and wellbeing. Established 60 years ago, Relief International has grown through mergers and alliances between four organizations, including Relief International, Inc., Relief International-France, Relief International-UK, and Relief International-Europe. The organization employs over 7,000 staff and local volunteers and operates in 15 countries across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, focusing on Health and Nutrition, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), Education, and Livelihoods programming. Relief International's mission is to address the complex crises faced by communities in fragile settings, working closely with local leaders to ensure that health and wellbeing programming is safe, local, conflict-sensitive, climate-smart, evidence-based, and reaches those in need.

Job Overview:
The Human Resources Officer is accountable to the Human Resource Manager and is responsible for providing advanced human resource services in various areas including recruitment, performance management, employee relations, training and development, benefits administration, and policy implementation. The role involves supporting the HR Manager by coordinating HR operational functions at the field level, ensuring adherence to policies, and providing guidance to HR officers and staff to promote an effective, compliant, and motivated workforce in the RI Maban field office. The incumbent will play a crucial role in developing and implementing HR policies, managing talent acquisition activities, and fostering a positive work environment that encourages dialogue and constructive feedback among personnel. Additionally, the HR Officer will contribute to institutional gender and diversity initiatives and support systems that prevent sexual exploitation and abuse while promoting the implementation of the Code of Conduct and safeguarding policies.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The HR Officer will support policy development and implementation in collaboration with the country's HR manager, contribute to HR/Admin policy development, and assist in generating and maintaining data on trends, risks, and opportunities. The incumbent will undertake projects in support of HR/Admin initiatives, generate operational workforce data for planning, and ensure appropriate mapping of HR and administration processes. Responsibilities include developing, implementing, and updating HR/Admin related working instructions, templates, and tools, communicating HR/Admin policy changes, and encouraging line management to implement HR policies effectively. The HR Officer will also provide administrative advice and support to program staff, inform personnel about their conditions of service, and support talent acquisition activities, including recruitment, onboarding, and performance management. The role requires overseeing accurate administration of entitlements, payroll, and personnel reporting, as well as maintaining personnel records and facilitating training initiatives for staff on HR and admin topics.

Required Qualifications:
Applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field, along with at least 3 years of HR experience in a related role, preferably within the INGO sector. Candidates must demonstrate knowledge of and experience supporting investigations, possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and have strong time management skills with attention to detail. Previous experience working with an HR Information System and database management, including Microsoft, is essential. Analytical skills, strong organizational skills, and knowledge of South Sudan's legislation and compliance regulations are also required. Experience in the Maban field office is considered an added advantage.

Educational Background:
A Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field is required for this position. This educational background provides the foundational knowledge necessary for understanding human resource management principles and practices, which are critical for the effective execution of the HR Officer's responsibilities.

Experience:
The position requires at least 3 years of relevant HR experience, preferably in the INGO sector. This experience should encompass various aspects of human resource management, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and training and development. Familiarity with the specific challenges and dynamics of working in fragile settings is advantageous.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is likely essential given the international nature of the organization. Knowledge of local languages spoken in South Sudan may be considered beneficial, enhancing communication with local staff and communities.

Additional Notes:
This is a national position based in Juba, South Sudan. The application submission criteria require interested candidates to submit a motivational letter, national ID, CV, and copies of academic documents through the specified link. All documents must be non-returnable. The position is urgently needed to be filled, and shortlisting will be conducted on a rolling basis, meaning that applications will be reviewed as they are received. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted within two weeks of the closing date. Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.