HR Specialists

Job ID: 14321

Location: Liberia-Monrovia

Job Sector: Human Resources

# of Openings Remaining: 2

Overview/Responsibilities:

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology– creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of  HR Specialist in Monrovia, Liberia.

Additional Responsibilities:

The Human Resource Specialist is a member of the EMIS management team. A fundamental part of a properly functioning education system is its ability to base planning and policy on data from every level of the system. To this end, LTTP is providing the technical support to the Liberian MOE to build a robust HRMIS system.  As such, the  Senior Human Resource Specialist will assist the EMIS Associate Director to support the establishment and modernization of a human resource department at MOE central and at one Rural Teacher Training Institutes (KRTTI).  

The Senior Human Resource Specialist will be based in Monrovia and travel to KRTTI spending 50% at KRTTI and 50% at MOE central He / She will be reporting to the EMIS Associate Director for Systems and Policy.

Major Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Provide support to the RTTIs and County office to establish organizational charts, functional charts and job descriptions for each position of the RTTI and County offices.

• Administer the implementation and maintenance of the MOE’s incumbent biometric Human Resource Management Information System alongside the Director of the RTTI and the Director of Human Resource Development;

• Provide technical guidance and direction to HR staff at both institutions in the daily operation and maintenance of the biometric HRMIS and IFMIS system;

• Implement changes as new HRMIS regulations or policies require modifications to the local procedures; 

• Mentor, train and guide the MOE Director of HR and the staff at both institutions in HR practices 

• Assist the MOE HR and KRTTI Director, HR representative and other supervisors in implementing, maintaining and monitoring the new employee appraisal system to successfully plan, monitor, develop, rate and reward employee performance in conjunction with CSA; 

• Perform advisory services to management in the area of employee,  labor relations and HRMIS;

• Educate managers and others on alternative resolutions in specific situations and generally provide training sessions on adverse/disciplinary actions;

• Provide technical and accurate advice on propriety of proposed actions regarding employee conduct or performance issues; 

• Ensure that all aspects of an employee and labor relations program are responsive, timely, and consistent with new HRMIS guidelines; 

• Provide guidance to management on following grievance procedures for entire cycle, initiation to resolution in conjunction with CSA; 

• Develop and monitor actions related to the administration of an employee, labor relations; 

• Engage in operational planning with senior management of the MOE and key operating officials;

• Providing timely reports and updates to LTTP Associate Director, highlighting issues and priorities within  MOE, County offices and KRTTI operation 

• Provide assistance for HRMIS procurement, and other HRMIS related operational activities. 

• Other job related duties as assigned.

• Contribute to the annual, quarterly and half year reports of the EMIS department.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of HR policy and procedures to implement, maintain and operate automated HR information system(s)
• Experienced in advising management officials on a variety of complex problems as they related to an automated HR system in a low capacity environment
• Prior experience assessing Human Resource needs and implementing HRMIS systems, ideally for public servants
• Master degree in Human Resources is preferable
• 5 year(s) of relevant experience required
• Experience coordinating activities in low-tech environments is a strong asset
• Experience in working, developing, delivering and organizing professional development training programs and workshops—particularly in the Liberian setting
• Experience in international development projects in post-conflict situations preferred—along with evidence of ability to act on “own initiative” to solve problems
• Prior experience with low capacity government institutions
• Prior knowledge of USAID rules, regulations and procedures
• Report writing skills and strong attention to detail
• Ability to multi task and strong organizational skills
• Operating systems: Windows (7, 2000 and XP)
• Software skills: Microsoft Office applications
• Language skills: Fluency in English required
• Cross-cultural awareness and capabilities
• Professionalism and maturity to handle working in a security compromised area of the world

FHI 360's Career Center at http://www.fhi360.org/careers or through the Employment section atwww.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or activities.

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