PROJECT HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
IDLO HEADQUARTERS
Competitive Salary & Benefits Package
IDLO empowers people and enables governments to reform law and institutions to promote peace, justice, social development and sustainable economic growth.
About IDLO
The International Development Law Organization (IDLO) works to enable governments and empower people to reform laws and strengthen institutions to promote peace, justice, and sustainable development.
IDLO is an intergovernmental organization that promotes justice, peace and development by providing legal expertise to governments, multilateral and civil society organizations. It seeks to enhance human rights, economic growth and good governance through technical assistance on judicial and legal reform, capacity- building and legal empowerment programs and projects. Bringing together a range of diverse local, national and international stakeholders and working in an enabling rather than directive or prescriptive way, IDLO acts as a catalyst for social change. It prides itself on its flexibility, speed and entrepreneurial spirit.
While IDLO works in all developing regions of the world, it has significant operations in countries emerging from conflict. IDLO is the only intergovernmental organization with an exclusive mandate to promote the rule of law. It currently has 27 Member Parties and benefits from the collective wisdom of a prestigious International Advisory Council. To learn more about IDLO, please visit our website www.idlo.int or follow us on Twitter @IDLOnews.
IDLO Experience in Afghanistan
IDLO has 30 years’ experience of transferring knowledge and building good governance in developing countries, countries in transition and those recovering from armed conflict. Since 2001, IDLO has been working as a lead partner of the Afghan Government in justice and legal reform. Some specific achievements include:
• The establishment of eight specialized units which are dedicated to prosecute violence against women, in collaboration with the Attorney General;
• Support to a group of IDLO’s graduates to set up the Legal Aid Organization of Afghanistan, providing quality legal aid services to poor and disadvantaged groups, especially women and children, in 25 provinces of the country; and
• Capacity building of over 3,000 legal professionals, including judges, prosecutors, defence lawyers, members of parliament, civil servants and academics.
As a result of IDLO’s assistance, people across Afghanistan have gained access to legal representation, enhanced knowledge and fairer trials.
The Position
IDLO seeks a Project Human Resources Officer for a U.S. funded multi-million dollar program for 30 months in support of the Justice Training Transition Program (JTTP), as part of the international community completing the transition and handover in Afghanistan. This is a full-time position based at IDLO Headquarters. The incumbent will support the work of the Administration and HR staff in Afghanistan and act as liaison on all human resources related issues for the two teams.
The Project Human Resources Officer will report to the Director, Special Project and work in close collaboration with the IDLO Human Resources Department at Headquarters.
Key responsibilities and tasks include as follows:
• Overseeing all human resource issues relating to Headquarters-based team working on the Project;
• Managing the recruitment process of project staff mainly in Afghanistan - this includes developing job descriptions and person specifications, preparing job adverts, screening application forms, shortlisting, interviewing and selecting candidates;
• Managing planning and delivering, inductions and pre-deployment for new project staff;
• Supporting the Admin and HR Manager in Kabul on issues such as working conditions, performance management, equal opportunities, disciplinary procedures, absence management, HR policies etc;
• Advising on compensation and benefit packages for field staff and Headquarter staff;
• Administering and maintaining staff records in line with IDLO and donor procedures; and
Position cont’d
• Assist the Admin and HR Manager in Kabul with performance issues, and in dealing with grievances and implementing disciplinary procedures if needed.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- The selected candidate will provide customer-service oriented administrative support to all Human Resources activities such as recruitment, performance monitoring, and employee relations as well as provide professional advice, coaching, and training on all aspects of HR. Candidates must have a proven history of bringing results and credibility to the HR function and the ability to think creatively in order to develop value added solutions to challenging problems.
- The incumbent must have excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills and be comfortable working with a diverse group of individuals. She/He will establish relationships based on mutual respect and trust, and exhibit a high level of confidentiality and discreetness by respecting the sensitivity of the information she/he handles. Sensitivity to multi-cultural issues and the nuances of Islamic customs is crucial to the success of the role.
- The new Human Resources Officer must be accurate in carrying out the work of the Project as well as have an excellent attention to detail and capable of working with tight deadlines.
- The ideal candidate will bring a positive and reliable attitude, along with the ability to participate in a variety of tasks. Strong customer service skills and a focus on fostering a team-based approach to the work is essential to the success of this position.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience
- The Human Resources Officer must have a bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or other related field and a minimum of four to six years of work experience in the human resources field. She/He will ideally have experience in a human resources office in an intergovernmental or non-governmental organization in an international setting. Experience of overseeing Human Resources operations in the field, or in a conflict or post-conflict area of the world is highly desirable. Proven experience of supporting the Human Resources function for a remote team is essential.
- Experience in the management of recruitment processes from job design and advertisement to the finalization of the selection and appointment process is required. A basic understanding of budgets and financial forecasts would be useful. A background in compensation and benefits practices is required as well as reviewing and applying HR-related policies. Excellent working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite is necessary. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to work with limited supervision, to prioritize tasking, and manage workflow in a high pressure environment, often within tight deadlines. The ability to work cooperatively, efficiently, and flexibly as a member of a small and remote team is essential.
Terms and Conditions
IDLO offers professional staff based at Headquarters a competitive remuneration and benefits package.
The total compensation package is subject to various deductions, such as health insurance with Vanbreda International and contributions to the IDLO Provident Fund.
How to Apply
IDLO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in all areas of its operations. We welcome and encourage diverse applications.
To apply, please visit IDLO’s employment website at www.idlo.int/jobs
ALL APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY 20 DECEMBER 2012
IDLO HEADQUARTERS
Competitive Salary & Benefits Package
IDLO empowers people and enables governments to reform law and institutions to promote peace, justice, social development and sustainable economic growth.
About IDLO
The International Development Law Organization (IDLO) works to enable governments and empower people to reform laws and strengthen institutions to promote peace, justice, and sustainable development.
IDLO is an intergovernmental organization that promotes justice, peace and development by providing legal expertise to governments, multilateral and civil society organizations. It seeks to enhance human rights, economic growth and good governance through technical assistance on judicial and legal reform, capacity- building and legal empowerment programs and projects. Bringing together a range of diverse local, national and international stakeholders and working in an enabling rather than directive or prescriptive way, IDLO acts as a catalyst for social change. It prides itself on its flexibility, speed and entrepreneurial spirit.
While IDLO works in all developing regions of the world, it has significant operations in countries emerging from conflict. IDLO is the only intergovernmental organization with an exclusive mandate to promote the rule of law. It currently has 27 Member Parties and benefits from the collective wisdom of a prestigious International Advisory Council. To learn more about IDLO, please visit our website www.idlo.int or follow us on Twitter @IDLOnews.
IDLO Experience in Afghanistan
IDLO has 30 years’ experience of transferring knowledge and building good governance in developing countries, countries in transition and those recovering from armed conflict. Since 2001, IDLO has been working as a lead partner of the Afghan Government in justice and legal reform. Some specific achievements include:
• The establishment of eight specialized units which are dedicated to prosecute violence against women, in collaboration with the Attorney General;
• Support to a group of IDLO’s graduates to set up the Legal Aid Organization of Afghanistan, providing quality legal aid services to poor and disadvantaged groups, especially women and children, in 25 provinces of the country; and
• Capacity building of over 3,000 legal professionals, including judges, prosecutors, defence lawyers, members of parliament, civil servants and academics.
As a result of IDLO’s assistance, people across Afghanistan have gained access to legal representation, enhanced knowledge and fairer trials.
The Position
IDLO seeks a Project Human Resources Officer for a U.S. funded multi-million dollar program for 30 months in support of the Justice Training Transition Program (JTTP), as part of the international community completing the transition and handover in Afghanistan. This is a full-time position based at IDLO Headquarters. The incumbent will support the work of the Administration and HR staff in Afghanistan and act as liaison on all human resources related issues for the two teams.
The Project Human Resources Officer will report to the Director, Special Project and work in close collaboration with the IDLO Human Resources Department at Headquarters.
Key responsibilities and tasks include as follows:
• Overseeing all human resource issues relating to Headquarters-based team working on the Project;
• Managing the recruitment process of project staff mainly in Afghanistan - this includes developing job descriptions and person specifications, preparing job adverts, screening application forms, shortlisting, interviewing and selecting candidates;
• Managing planning and delivering, inductions and pre-deployment for new project staff;
• Supporting the Admin and HR Manager in Kabul on issues such as working conditions, performance management, equal opportunities, disciplinary procedures, absence management, HR policies etc;
• Advising on compensation and benefit packages for field staff and Headquarter staff;
• Administering and maintaining staff records in line with IDLO and donor procedures; and
Position cont’d
• Assist the Admin and HR Manager in Kabul with performance issues, and in dealing with grievances and implementing disciplinary procedures if needed.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- The selected candidate will provide customer-service oriented administrative support to all Human Resources activities such as recruitment, performance monitoring, and employee relations as well as provide professional advice, coaching, and training on all aspects of HR. Candidates must have a proven history of bringing results and credibility to the HR function and the ability to think creatively in order to develop value added solutions to challenging problems.
- The incumbent must have excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills and be comfortable working with a diverse group of individuals. She/He will establish relationships based on mutual respect and trust, and exhibit a high level of confidentiality and discreetness by respecting the sensitivity of the information she/he handles. Sensitivity to multi-cultural issues and the nuances of Islamic customs is crucial to the success of the role.
- The new Human Resources Officer must be accurate in carrying out the work of the Project as well as have an excellent attention to detail and capable of working with tight deadlines.
- The ideal candidate will bring a positive and reliable attitude, along with the ability to participate in a variety of tasks. Strong customer service skills and a focus on fostering a team-based approach to the work is essential to the success of this position.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience
- The Human Resources Officer must have a bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or other related field and a minimum of four to six years of work experience in the human resources field. She/He will ideally have experience in a human resources office in an intergovernmental or non-governmental organization in an international setting. Experience of overseeing Human Resources operations in the field, or in a conflict or post-conflict area of the world is highly desirable. Proven experience of supporting the Human Resources function for a remote team is essential.
- Experience in the management of recruitment processes from job design and advertisement to the finalization of the selection and appointment process is required. A basic understanding of budgets and financial forecasts would be useful. A background in compensation and benefits practices is required as well as reviewing and applying HR-related policies. Excellent working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite is necessary. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to work with limited supervision, to prioritize tasking, and manage workflow in a high pressure environment, often within tight deadlines. The ability to work cooperatively, efficiently, and flexibly as a member of a small and remote team is essential.
Terms and Conditions
IDLO offers professional staff based at Headquarters a competitive remuneration and benefits package.
The total compensation package is subject to various deductions, such as health insurance with Vanbreda International and contributions to the IDLO Provident Fund.
How to Apply
IDLO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in all areas of its operations. We welcome and encourage diverse applications.
To apply, please visit IDLO’s employment website at www.idlo.int/jobs
ALL APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY 20 DECEMBER 2012
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