Human Resources Manager at Youth Integrated For Positive Development Initiatiative

Report to: Admin/HR Coordinator
Duration: 12 Months with Possibility of extension

Role description

As a part of our YIPDI(HR) strategy, we are looking for experienced and skilled HR Managers to be deployed in the field to support the teams delivering humanitarian aid & services to beneficiaries in our field delegations.

You will deliver consistent high-quality HR services in a Delegation, in order to enable line managers and employees to adequately respond to operational challenges in the field.

You will ensure the proper implementation of strategy, objectives and policies on top of coordinating all aspects of Human Resources practices and processes on site.

In parallel, you will provide the appropriate level of up-stream communication with Regions and Services at the Headquarters on YIPDI(HR) related matters.

As a HR Manager, you will promote organizational values and enable field operations with success through human resources management, including job design, recruitment, performance management, training & development, employment cycle changes, talent management, ongoing HR projects etc.

This role implies direct supervision of providers of HR Services within sites attached to the Delegation.

Main responsibilities

HR strategy 

• Create and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall HR Division/Organization strategy;
• Develop and coordinate overall HR strategies, systems, tactics and procedures across  with the HR Partner support.

HR Framework 

• Responsible for the establishment and development of the HR management framework in compliance with YIPDI policies and legal obligations 
• Elaborate adequate application of local HR processes, policies and procedures ;
• Guide on the HR legal framework for consultancy contracts.

HR Operations 

• Responsible to set-up, adjust and update all aspects of the HR Organisational structure;
• Coordinate & implement all Sourcing and Talent Acquisition, On-and Off-boarding activities in the country/ies covered;
• Guide and promote on Career, Talent Management and Learning and Development activities ensuring coherence, consistency and respect of institutional policies;
• Lead the performance appraisal process; assist and guide colleagues within the Internal Assignment Planning procedure and process;
• Have the overall responsibility for all aspects related to Employee Relations: bridge management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances or other issues;
• Support current and future operational needs through the development, engagement, motivation and preservation of human capital.

Support to Managers 

• Advise and guide Line Managers in the execution of their people management responsibilities.
• Act as an Ambassador of Change towards Managers in the implementation of the ongoing HR Transformation
• Engage with Line Managers and Top Management to successfully influence them on key change initiatives

Supervision of other HR Service Providers 

Coordinate, guide and coach HR Teams in the execution of daily HR activities and provides training plans, up-skilling initiatives and advice in accordance with YIPDI global norms and standards.

HR Projects 

• Implement ad-hoc HR projects and initiatives upon request from YIPDI(HR) Operations Division
• Propose such ad hoc projects on YIPDI(HR) related matters to the delegation and YIPDI(HR) Operations Division in accordance to needs and priorities.

Desired profile and skills

Profile

• Confirmed experience of minimum 5 years as HR Manager or HR Business Partner;
• University Degree in Public Admin, Business Administration or Management, International Relations, Sociology, Political Science, with a minimum  diploma in HR or any related field of study, Masters will be preferred;
• Experience in the management of complex and diverse teams (mid to large size) with demonstrated track record in driving transformation and implementing change in complex and challenging situations;
• Confirmed experience in an international environment (in an unstable environment is a strong asset) and/or with a humanitarian, development, cooperation, volunteering organization, successfully operating in a matrix organization;
• Fully conversant with IT tools
• Speaking English and at least one of these languages: Hausa, or Kanuri.

Skills

• Strongly motivated by humanitarian work
• Able to work under pressure in a potentially dangerous environment
• In-depth knowledge and experience of HR-good-practices, profound knowledge of HR systems and databases
• In-depth knowledge in employment law, HR administration, workforce and organizational planning, compensation and benefits, recruitment, selection and staffing, performance management, learning and development, employee relations, staff health and safety, and employee engagement
• Demonstrated ability to serve as a knowledgeable resource and sounding board to the management team
• Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the organization

People oriented and results driven

• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop HR department staff members.
• Outstanding interpersonal relationship building and employee coaching skills
• Ability to practice and coach line managers in the practice of a high level of people management
• Excellent active listening, negotiation and presentation skills as well as written and spoken communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop HR department staff members.
• READY TO BE FLEXIBLE AND ADAPT TO THE NEEDS AND REQUIREMENTS WHEN NECESSARY

Languages

• English is mandatory 
• Candidates must be in good health and will have to do a medical check-up prior to departure in the field

What we offer

• An opportunity to practice your profession in a fast-pace humanitarian and multicultural environment
• A great opportunity to contribute and shape a major HR Transformation
• Integration program
• Incentive rewards & benefits, including access to further in-house and/or external training
• Generous social benefits including pension plan, medical cover etc.

Behavioural competencies

• Communicating with impact and respect
• Work with people
• Planning and delivering results
• Empowering and building trust
• Handling an insecure environment
• YIPDI is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction based on age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, or physical ability.We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.