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Senior Human Resources Specialist at Compassion International - Uganda
Position Title:Senior Human Resources Specialist,Jobs Vacancy in Uganda
Reports to: the Ministry Services Manager
Organization:Compassion International,
Primary Location:Kampala , Uganda
Education Level: Master’s degree
Minimum Experience : 5 (Years)
Job Type : Full-time Employment
Closing date: Friday, 13th June, 2014,
Brief Company Profile:
Compassion International is an evangelical Christian Child Development NGO
that for over 60 years has existed as an advocate for children, to release them
from poverty and enable them to become responsible and fulfilled Christian
ADULTS. The organization wishes to recruit an individual with experience in
Human Resources Management for Compassion International- Uganda.
Job Summary:
The Sr. Human Resources Specialist is responsible for leading the
development and implementation of strategic and operational human resource
solutions for the field office. Identifies, recommends and implements
strategies that will increase employee morale, motivation and retention
resulting in a positive, highly productive workplace that effectively fulfills
Compassion’s mission.
Core Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Is a consistent witness
for Jesus Christ, maintains a courteous, Christlike attitude in dealing with
people within and outside of Compassion and faithfully upholds Compassion’s
ministry in prayer.
2. Working within one’s influence, serves as an advocate for children
around the world who live in poverty and are not able to speak out for
themselves. This includes being informed about the issues of children and
influencing others to care about children who are in need.
3. Champions an effective work environment. Serves as an internal
consultant to the CMT on all Human Resources matters, including systems,
employee engagement, employee relations and change management. Develops an HR
strategic plan in alignment with the field office strategic plan. Develops,
monitors and uses HR metrics for CMT decision making.
4. Develops Field Office recruitment strategy based on local talent pool
availability, staffing needs and ministry priority. Ensures effective and
efficient staff selection processes (recruiting, screening, interviewing) in
alignment with Compassion policies and procedures. Provides counsel &
guidance to department managers in the final selection of candidates.
5. Designs and presents an effective Compensation and Benefits program for
the Field Office consistent with Compassion’s global compensation philosophy,
policies and applicable labor
laws. Ensures that annual salary and benefits surveys are conducted and
that pay structures are analyzed against the competitive local labor market.
Makes recommendations for adjustments.
6. Administers staff development processes and solutions:
A. Manages performance management processes by providing guidance and
ensuring adequate tools and training for all field office staff. Also provides
guidance & training for supervisors and/or new managers in conducting
performance reviews for their employees. Serves as a consultant in times of
conflict.
B. Compiles, reviews and presents an annual staff development plan to
management for approval. Collaborates with managers, staff, and the Learning
and Support function to ensure alignment with the staff development framework
and IPG learning strategy.
C. Monitors and provides periodic reports on the execution of the annual
staff development plan to the Country Management Team.
D. Establishes with department managers a thorough and consistent employee
orientation program.
E. Collaborates with Learning and Support to identify training needs and
provides recommendations to managers. Acts as a subject matter expert on HR
issues and may deliver training.
7. Conducts annual reviews of office policies, procedures and practices on
personnel matters and makes recommendations to the CMT for improvement. Guides
the Human Resources
Associate in maintaining the Field Office Employee Handbook, and ensures
successful communication of policies to all employees
8. Manages all activities and record-keeping of the HR department. Ensures
compliance with all country labor laws and Compassion policies. Consults with
legal counsel as appropriate. Supervises Human Resources Associate(s).
9. Manages other processes and HR functions including:
A. Employee relations counselling, outplacement counseling and exit
interviewing.
B. Supports rewriting or creating of new job descriptions according to
Compassion’s guidelines.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
1) Mature Evangelical Christian who is a demonstrated spiritual leader, has
a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and is above reproach in integrity
and honesty.
2) At least five years of experience in Human Resources.
Experience in management preferred.
3) Master’s degree in business administration, psychology, human resources
management or a related field.
4) Must be highly knowledgeable of local labor laws.
5) Capability to handle highly confidential information discreetly.
6) Preferred numerical aptitude and accuracy.
7) Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills for building
support with in-house staff and relationships with external business contacts.
8) Bilingual; able to speak and write in advanced Business English.
9) Desired experience in training and developing staff.
10) Sound judgment, decision-making and facilitation skills.
11) Ability to work effectively across cultures and with all levels of
personnel both at the Field Office, Area/Regional Office and GMC office.
12) Experience using Microsoft Office Software applications and a personal
computer.
Working Conditions:
The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions of
this job. It may be necessary for a person to perform other tasks as needed.
Mode of Application:
A cover letter, recommendation from your previous employer, detailed
curriculum vitae, 3 professional references, reference letter from your current
Pastor, copies of academic qualification documents.
Applications should reach the
undersigned at latest by Friday, 13th June, 2014, 5:00pm (Closing Date).
Write to:
The Country Director, Compassion International,
P. O. Box 8936,
Plot No. 2158 Block 243 Phidam House, Port Bell Road,
Kampala – Uganda.
Note: Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
