Human Resources Specialist – Contingent to donor funding

SNV is a mission-driven global development partner working in more than 20 countries across Africa and Asia. Building on 60 years of experience and grounded in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, we work on the core themes of gender equality and social inclusion, climate adaptation and mitigation, and strong institutions and effective governance. Together with our team of over 1,600 people, our mission is to strengthen capacities and catalyse partnerships that transform the agri-food, energy, and water systems, which enable sustainable and more equitable lives for all. Visit snv.org for more information.

Purpose of the Job

Implement HR plans, programmes and procedures at country level for all SNV staff as well as execute related administrative tasks, guidelines and policies, aligned to relevant regulations and in consultation with the Country HR unit, aimed at successful implementation of the HR administration of SNV Ethiopia, resulting in the right number and quality of motivated staff in country.

A Human Resource Specialist in SNV is responsible for managing key HR functions within the organization.

Their role includes handling recruitment processes, screening candidates, conducting interviews, and onboarding new hires. Ensuring positive workplace relations and that HR practices comply with Ethiopian labour laws and organisational policies.

The HR Specialist will take on a supervisory role within the HR team and will also serve as the focal person for a specific project or programme, in addition to their other HR responsibilities.

They play a crucial role in supporting the organization’s workforce and fostering a productive work environment.

End to End recruitment:

• Responsible for all recruitment process activities including advertisement, recruitment system management, reviewing applications, planning interviews, and carrying out interviews, offer negotiation and background checks.

Onboarding and induction:

• Owner of the onboarding process – ensures the process is seamless and new joiners are well supported to settle in.

Performance Management:

• Support implementation and management of performance management system of SNV Ethiopia, ensure performance management results are appropriately documented and recorded in line with corporate guidelines.

Staff benefit and Administration:

• Implement, communicate and advise national staff on compensation and benefits, align to local labour law where needed, in consultation with the Country HR Manager and with due regard to available budget.

Record management and Archiving:

• Ensure all HR documentation and data in all aspects are managed in line with internal control procedures and corporate guidelines.
• Analyze data on HR indicators and provide regular management information to the HR Manager, using formats provided, within administrative guidelines and procedures

Contract Administration:

• Process of selecting and contracting staff according to agreed policies and procedures in support of and according to specifications given by the hiring manager.
• Coordinate all HR communication to staff and ensure accurate and up to date HR administration, analyses and overview on main HR indicators in order to ensure up-to-date and accessible personnel and reward information response to enquiries.
• Ensure timely collection of relevant HR data from projects within the country, transfer data to the team, using the provided formats, in line with legal requirements and the HR guidelines,

Learning and development:

• liaise with the Country Human Resource Manager to administer training programmes.
• Coordinate different capacity building activities in collaboration with other HR teams

Exit management/Debriefing:

• Facilitate and consolidate exit/debriefing for all leaver staff and provide consolidated report to HR Manager.

Any other relevant duties as may be required from time to time.

Educational qualifications and Work Experience

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in human resources management, organisational development or related field. A master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• 5 years or more work experience in Human Resource Management in an international NGO and worked with multiple donors.

Additional Skills:

• Good written and spoken English.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong ability of problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to relate and engage effectively with a wide range of people.
• Computer proficiency is required: like excel, word, Outlook, share point, PowerPoint etc.
• Experience with HRIS systems will be advantage.
• Must have an ample knowledge of Ethiopian labour laws.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to SNV’s mission and values, gender equality and social justice.

Competencies:

• Communicative Flexibility
• Tactfullness
• Quality Orientation
• Work Efficiency
• Explanation & Clarification Skill
• Initiative

Contract Type: National – Full time

This position will be based on Donor Funding and approval confirmation.

Expected start date:  1st March 2025

Duty Station:  Addis Ababa

Contract Duration: One year with the possibility of extension based on performance and budget availability.

How to Apply

If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and a letter of motivation before/on November 21st, 2024.

 Please submit your application only via: Smart Recruiters. All information will be kept in the strictest confidentiality.

If your experience and skills match the position’s requirements, we will contact you to advise on the next steps in the recruitment process.

Working at SNV  

SNV offers a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit form and contribute to, an internal and global network of experts.

At SNV, inclusivity is at the heart of our ethos. We celebrate the diversity of our workforce and uphold a policy of non-discrimination based on factors such as disability status, religion, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, and more.

Vetting

SNV carries out rigorous background and reference checks concerning possible safeguarding incidents for all candidates applying for both national and internationally determined positions. As SNV participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, all reference checks include a request to past employers to fill in a questionnaire regarding Misconduct (sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment), the “Statement of Conduct“. This Statement of Conduct adopts the definitions used in the Scheme.

SNV is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.