Human Resources Coordinator

Job Posting Organization:
Solidarités International (SI) is an international humanitarian aid association that has been operational for over 40 years. The organization focuses on providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters, addressing their basic needs for food, water, and shelter. SI is particularly committed to combating diseases linked to unsafe water, which is a leading cause of death globally. The organization operates in 26 countries and employs around 3,200 individuals, including expatriates, national staff, permanent staff at headquarters, and volunteers. SI's interventions are characterized by professionalism and a commitment to respecting cultural norms.

Job Overview:
The Human Resources Coordinator is responsible for leading the mission’s HR function, which includes effective workforce planning, recruitment, performance management, staff development, employee relations, and ensuring HR compliance. This role is crucial in supporting the organizational objectives by providing strategic HR leadership, managing the coordination HR team, and offering technical support to field HR teams. The position is vital in addressing the diverse HR needs of field offices in Syria, particularly during a transition period where the organizational structure is being redefined. The coordinator will need to adapt to the evolving mission requirements and ensure that HR practices align with the overall objectives of the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Human Resources Coordinator will undertake a variety of tasks, including but not limited to: analyzing the socio-economic context to identify relevant administrative partners for HR, tracking changes in the cost of living and labor market, studying the social and cultural dynamics of the country, overseeing recruitment and onboarding processes, managing performance evaluations, ensuring compliance with HR policies and labor regulations, maintaining HR documentation, leading and developing the HR team, ensuring timely HR reporting, and maintaining relations with relevant authorities and stakeholders. The coordinator will also contribute to mission planning and donor reporting, ensuring effective communication between headquarters and field teams.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field such as Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, or Organizational Psychology. Additionally, a minimum of 5 years of experience in the humanitarian sector and at least 5 years in a similar HR position is required. Proven technical experience in recruitment and performance management, human resources information management, and learning and development management is essential. Strong communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, analytical, organizational, adaptability, and leadership skills are also necessary.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field, such as Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, or Organizational Psychology. This educational foundation is critical for understanding the complexities of human resources in a humanitarian context and for effectively managing HR functions.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in the humanitarian sector, with at least 5 years in a similar HR role. This level of experience is necessary to navigate the challenges of managing human resources in a complex and evolving mission environment, particularly in a country like Syria where the operational context is dynamic and requires adaptability.

Languages:
Fluency in English and Arabic is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in these languages is essential for effective communication within the organization and with external stakeholders, given the diverse linguistic landscape of the region.

Additional Notes:
The position is a salaried role with a monthly gross salary of 2,070 USD, accompanied by a comprehensive benefits package. It is important to note that the proposed salary is subject to taxation and social security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security deductions in accordance with Syrian local laws. The contract is fixed-term and subject to renewal based on organizational needs, availability of funding, and satisfactory performance. The desired start date for this position is as soon as possible.