Human Resources/Administration Officer
Are you a Somali speaking Kenyan with Human Resources/Administration experience and interest in working on a Somalia program?
Would you like to join a dynamic team working on stabilization initiatives for Somalia please read on?
USAID Transition Initiatives for Stabilization (TIS) program
The Transition Initiatives for Stabilization (TIS) program is funded by USAID and responds to the
complex crisis that has evolved in Somalia.
The overall program goal is to mitigate conflict; to promote
stability and community cohesion, and to strengthen citizens’ relationships
with government officials.
TIS implements quick impact activities linked to longer-term
stabilization goals.
The TIS program is currently seeking a skilled, diplomatic,
effective, and highly motivated Human Resources/Administration Officer.
- As
our HR/Admin Officer you will be responsible for HR and Admin functions
and administrative matters from the Nairobi Office.
- The
Officer will be given a portfolio of offices to support in the field and
will cover for the HR/Office Manager when he/she is out of the
office
- The
Officer’s main function would be human resource management and he/she will
also be responsible for managing procurement of office supplies, day to
day operations and supporting operations as a whole.
This position will require some knowledge of Somali culture; the
Kenyan and Somali labor laws, highly developed collaboration and networking
skills and the exercise of discretion, judgment, and personal responsibility.
Qualifications and skills sought:
- Degree
in Business Administration or Human Resources or any other relevant field.
- Excellent
verbal and written communication skills in write English and a second
national language is preferred.
- At
least 5 years’ experience in a similar position.
- Working
knowledge in using Microsoft office required.
- Honesty,
confidentiality and integrity required.
- Cultural
sensitivity.
- Ability
to work with strict deadlines.
- Competency
in performing multiple functional tasks.
- Good
communication and interpersonal skills.
- Somali
and English language fluency required.
- Interest
and availability to travel throughout Somalia.
Do you have the above qualifications and skills? Please send 1)
a CV 2) current position and salary
history and 3) three professional references to TIS@dai.com. Closing date: Friday, July 27, 2012.
history and 3) three professional references to TIS@dai.com. Closing date: Friday, July 27, 2012.