HR/Administration Volunteer job at International Rescue Committee

Health Information Assistant job at International Rescue Committee (IRC)

June 13, 2024 Business, Featured, Full-time

HR/Administration Volunteer job at International Rescue Committee

Vacancy Title: HR/Administration Volunteer

Type: Full Time
Industry: Nonprofit and NGO
Category: Human Resources

Hiring Organization: International Rescue Committee

Deadline: Monday, June 17, 2024

Duty Station: Within Uganda, Kiryandongo, East Africa

Summary:
Date Posted: Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Base Salary: Not Disclosed

Job Details:

Organization Background: The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a leading crisis response agency providing life-saving assistance and supporting recovery and reconstruction for people affected by war and natural disasters. IRC operates in public health, education, livelihoods, women’s empowerment, youth development, and protection and promotion of rights. IRC Uganda, registered in 1998, has a head office in Kampala and field offices in Kitgum, Karamoja, Kyaka, West Nile, and Kiryandongo.

Scope of Work: Reporting to the HR and Admin Officer, the HR/Admin Volunteer is responsible for supporting day-to-day administrative requirements, functions, and general office management of the IRC Kiryandongo office.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Support in the creation of new staff personnel files.
Assist in the recruitment process, including sorting and longlisting applications.
Update existing personnel files to ensure they contain necessary information.
Maintain and update the timesheet tracking database for national staff in Kiryandongo and appropriately file all timesheets.
Support new staff onboarding and ensure all paperwork is correctly completed and reviewed by the supervisor.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date personnel records, including orderly archiving.
Assist in stamping all HR-related documents.
Organize HR office documents and paperwork.
Perform any other official duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

Requirements:

A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or a related field.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
Detail-oriented and able to communicate effectively.
Strong computer skills, especially in MS Excel and Word.
1 year of relevant professional experience in Human Resources.
Strong knowledge and experience with HRISs and supporting others in their use.
Previous experience working with an international NGO in a cross-cultural setting, preferably in HR.
Ability to analyze and interpret numerical data and processes.
Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality of HR information.
Organized and methodical with good attention to detail.
Willingness and ability to work within a multi-site, international organization.
Customer-focused with good interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
Ability to handle ambiguity and work towards a resolution.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Ability to coach and support others.
Team builder with excellent people skills; culturally sensitive.