Human Resources Officer (HR Business Partner) Job at United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) - Career Opportunity in Uganda

Vacancy title:
Human Resources Officer (HR Business Partner)

[ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO , Category: Human Resources ]

Jobs at:

United Nations World Food Programme (WFP)

Deadline of this Job:
04 February 2021  

Duty Station:
Within Uganda , Kampala , East Africa

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, January 22, 2021 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed


JOB DETAILS:
ABOUT WFP
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian agency, fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need. In emergencies, WFP gets food to where it is needed, saving the lives of victims of war, civil conflict and natural disasters. After an emergency, WFP uses food to help communities rebuild their lives. On average, WFP reaches more than 80 million people with food assistance in 80 countries each year. The organization has the global footprint, deep field presence and local knowledge and relationships necessary to provide access to food and contribute to lasting solutions, especially in many of the world’s most remote and fragile areas.
Brief description of WFP in Uganda
WFP delivers food assistance in emergencies and works with communities to improve nutrition and build resilience. WFP provides life-saving food assistance and livelihood opportunities to refugees in Uganda. In addition, WFP assists the most vulnerable people in Karamoja with food and nutrition assistance. Finally, WFP works with smallholder farmers and links them to markets.
As Uganda strives to achieve Zero Hunger by 2030 and become a middle-income country by 2040, WFP is also assessing its relevance and repositioning its role in Uganda
ARE YOU UP TO THE CHALLENGE?
We are seeking a qualified individual for the position of Human Resources Officer (HR Business Partner), SC8 to be based in Moroto. Selected candidates will be employed on a Service Contract.
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
Under the direct supervision of the Head of Moroto Area Office, and the functional reporting line to the Head of Human Resources (based in the Country Office in Kampala) for HR technical oversight and guidance, the incumbent will work closely with the Area Office Management and HR team at Country Office level, advising on all HR related issues and ensuring the effective execution of change. The incumbent will use his/her knowledge and management of HR information systems to provide insight and ensure data reliability for the Area Office and field teams. The incumbent will support the delivery of the HR Strategy by being the advisor on all HR policies and processes and by assisting in the delivery of HR programmes in the Area Office/field. In addition, the incumbent will perform a cross-section of all HR related aspects within the jurisdiction of the Area Office; these include: provision of support, HR transactional actions, guidance and advice on HR issues.
JOB PURPOSE
To support the delivery of a professional, client-focused HR services, partnering with managers to implement HR solutions in line with WFP corporate priorities. .

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
1. Analyse, monitor, adapt and respond to a variety of complex internal and external queries related to HR policies, rules and regulations in order to provide guidance to managers and staff to ensure business process efficiency and successful adaptation of recommended practices in alignment with wider WFP policies;
2. Initiate, coordinate and rolls-out all HR internal communication messages;
3. Prepare and provide accurate information, collating & analysing data and producing clear, insightful and meaningful reports;
4. Manage the development and implementation of HR solutions by understanding how the organization works;
5. Manage the talent acquisition process for positions based in the Area/Field offices, in liaison with HR team in the Country Office;
6. Facilitate administration of written exams and interviews conducted/undertaken at the Area Office level as need be.
7. Manage the delivery of effective on-boarding experiences at Area Office level;
8. Coach Managers and Area Office /field offices HR Focal points on Performance Management for all types of contracts;
9. Ensure all staff in operations have job descriptions, Terms of Reference (ToRs) and valid contracts, and a copy of the Annual Performance Plan (APP);
10. Manage the communication and administration of learning and capability building interventions;
11. Manage the implementation of learning needs and skill gap analyses;
12. Role-model the ‘change-ready employee’ by remaining flexible, positive and open to change;
13. Communicate and engage on the vision for performance culture, high performing teams and champions individuals and successful change management processes;
14. Champion gender mainstreaming in the workplace;
15. Coordinate with Heads of Field offices, Field offices HR Focal points and consolidate and manage database of staff leaves and absences, and provide reports/feedback to the Area Office management;
16. Support HR operational activities or projects that are aligned to business needs, following standard processes and ensuring alignment with wider WFP policies and procedures;
17. Oversee the maintenance of confidential personnel records, HR databases and archives, to ensure data and files are accurately stored and updated in compliance with established standards;
18. Partake in HR oversight/support missions to satellite offices for standardization of HR process and practices;
19. Undertake any other HR-related activities, as and when required.

Job Skills: Not Specified

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, WORKING EXPERIENCE AND LANGUAGE
Education
A Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Social Sciences, Organisational Psychology or any other related fields, obtained from a recognized university.
Experience
At least five (5) years working experience in human resources operations.
Knowledge & Skills
Good command of oral and written English is essential.
Good Communication Skills
Good working knowledge and experience using MS Office applications is a must.

Job Education Requirements: A Degree in Human Resources

Job Experience Requirements: At least five (5) years


Work Hours: 8

 

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Job Info
Job Category: Administrative jobs in Uganda
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job:  04 February 2021
Duty Station: Kampala
Posted: 22-01-2021
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 22-01-2021
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 22-01-2065
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