VSO is a
development organisation that has been working through volunteers to fight
poverty for more than 50 years. We are the leading organisation in the field,
working in 34 countries.
The Job
We’re
looking for a dynamic and influential person to lead the country office
operations and human resources function, ensuring good people management
practice, an efficient customer care service and adherence to global and local
policies and procedures.
The head of HR and
operations will support the country director and senior management
team by implementing the people plan, helping ensure that we attract and retain
high calibre employees and volunteers, managed, engaged and supported in line
with VSO policy to maximize their potential, and deliver on their role.
You
You will
have a solid background in administration and human resources management as
well as leadership experience gained in a development context.
You will be
adept at coordination and negotiation at a strategic level.
To apply,
please submit your CV and cover letter to vsouganda@vsoint.org
Please
quote the job title in the subject line.
The cover
letter should detail the reasons you believe you are suitable for the role and
outline your current salary, benefits package and your salary expectations.
Please
include telephone and email contact and details of two referees (one of whom
should be your current or most recent employer). CVs sent without the cover
letter will not be considered.
VSO is an
equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.
Due to
anticipated interest in this post, only short-listed candidates will receive a
response.
Closing date: October 15th 2013