Jobs at:
RTI International

Vacancy title:
Human Resources Officer

Deadline of this Job:
October 24th 2016

Duty Station:
Uganda

Job details:
RTI International is an independent organization dedicated to conducting innovative, multidisciplinary research that improves the human condition. With a worldwide staff of more than 4,000, RTI offers innovative research, development, and a full spectrum of multidisciplinary services. Universities in North Carolina founded RTI in 1958 as the first scientific organization in and centerpiece of Research Triangle Park.

We are seeking candidates for the positions of Human Resources Officer and Data Manager for the ENVISION Project in Uganda. ENVISION is funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) aimed at providing assistance to national NTD control programs for the control and elimination of seven targeted NTDs: lymphatic filariasis, trachoma, onchocerciasis, schistosomiasis, and three soil-transmitted helminths (roundworm, hookworm, and whipworm). ENVISION contributes to the global goal of reducing the burden of targeted NTDs so that they are no longer a public health problem in Uganda.

HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER

This position is responsible for the management, administration, coordination and facilitation of HR processes and operational support services for the Project. The HR Officer is responsible for transparent implementation of HR Strategies, effective delivery of HR services and management; interprets and applies HR policies; rules and regulations facilitate internal procedures and process solutions to a wide spectrum of complex HR issues. The HR Officer promotes a collaborative, client- oriented approach and contributes to the maintenance of high staff morale. He/she is to support formulation of solid HR strategies and implement Project human resources initiatives to attract, develop, motivate and retain the most suitable talent throughout the projects and facilitate successful performance in management.

This position reports to the Resident Program Advisor/ Chief of Party.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
This position requires candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, International development and 10 years’ related experience or an MA degree and 6 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job application procedure
To apply please submit a cover letter and up-to-date CV applications@ug-ntd.rti.org and grugambwa@ug-ntd.rti.org by October 24th, 2016. Emails should not exceed 2MB. Experience of working on a US government funded program ls required. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. These positions do not attract international allowances. We regret that only short listed candidates will be contacted.