Role and responsibilities

The purpose of a Team Leader is to provide efficient and effective Human Resources Management support and office administration procedures at the NRC Afar Region for Semera office and other sub offices.

Generic responsibilities:

• Ensure provision, awareness and practical advice to all staff on the NRC HR policies and procedures, and their adherence to them

• Provide technical guidance to client sections, plan, organize and participate in interviews for staff recruitment and advise process of candidate selection, contracting, orientation and confirmation

• Plan and source staff training in liaison with line managers including for orienting new staff

• Ensure timely remittance and proper filing of all statutory deductions

• Ensure timely processing of the monthly payroll information to the country office

• In consultation with the AM, provide technical input and be the focal point in addressing

Specific responsibilities

• Ensure maintenance of an effective, efficient and up to date staff records and filing system including contracts, leave, medical, awards, discipline, archiving, etc

• Employee Relations issues including staff grievances, disciplinary measures, etc

• Plan and advise on the staff performance management and appraisal calendar and content

• Prepare periodic HR reports and planning projections for submission to CO

• Follow up the lease agreement at field level

• Be a focal point person in the recruitment, contracting, induction and placement activities in Afar and support field offices in recruitment when needed 

• Advice and support line manager/AM in the recruitment and selection processes 

• Frequently visit field office to check the documentation and the process followed in recruitment so that the recordings and files are up to date before controllers and auditors visit 

• Supervise, appraise and offer guidance to the Human Resources/Admin staff

• Contribute to the preparation of the office running budget

• Focal person for staff duty of care at field location

• Coordinate clearance of staff separating from the organization including exit interviews and final dues payments

• Perform other tasks assigned by supervisor.

Job Requirements

Competencies

Competencies are important in order for the employee and the organisation to deliver desired results. Details about NRC’s competencies are to be found in the Competency Framework. Competencies are relevant for all staff and are divided into the following three categories:

Professional competencies

These skills, knowledge and experience are important for effective performance. 

Academic and Professional Qualifications:

• BA in Human Resources Management, Management or Business Administration

• Understanding of the relevant laws and statutory requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of work experience with related field (preferrable Humanitarian sector)

Professional competencies:

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• Wide knowledge of the NGO operations and the dynamics of the humanitarian sector

• Strong personnel administration orientation

• Keen sense of compliance with policy and procedure

• Good employer- employee contract negotiation skills

• Personal conflict resolution and problem solving skills

• Strong organizational and team working skills

• Good cultural and awareness and sensitivity

• Basic employee counselling skills

• Highly approachable, trustworthy and confidential

• Good computer application skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, database and network communications.

 Behavioral competencies

• Handling insecure environments

• Managing resources to optimize results

• Empowering and building trust

• Managing performance and development

• Planning and delivering results

Context related skills, knowledge and experience (shall be adapted to the specific position):

• Example: Knowledge of the context in Ethiopia

• Example: Knowledge of the country labor law

• Example: Experience with start-up, exit or similar

How to Apply

Application procedure

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are invited to send in their application letters including updated curriculum vitae with day-time telephone number and contact details of three work-related referees only using this  Application Link. Please attach photocopies of the most relevant educational certificates/testimonials). Applications should reach NRC latest by 21 December 2023 at 5:00 pm. 

NB: only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

“Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply and on-the-job training will be provided!”