Closing date: 07 Sep 2017
Background
DRC
is an International non-governmental organization, which promotes and supports
durable solutions to the problems faced by refugees and internally displaced
people all over the world.
is an International non-governmental organization, which promotes and supports
durable solutions to the problems faced by refugees and internally displaced
people all over the world.
In
Uganda, DRC assists the refugees from neighboring countries mainly DR Congo and
South Sudan in the South West, West and West Nile region of the country. DRC’s
assistance to refugees have been both emer
Uganda, DRC assists the refugees from neighboring countries mainly DR Congo and
South Sudan in the South West, West and West Nile region of the country. DRC’s
assistance to refugees have been both emer
gency assistance to address the short
term influxes from the neighboring countries as well as to address the sustainable
solutions for the refugees. DRC is also the lead of a Consortium (Save the
Children, ZOA, and CEFORD) for the implementation of an EU Trust Fund project
in Adjumani, Kiryandongo and Rhino camp.
Purpose:
Temporary
HR/Admin Assistant, Reports to Area Program Manager, Ensure the smooth running
of the office in relation to all administrative and human resources processes;
ensuring that office administrative resources are used appropriately and in
conformity with DRC/Donor Guidelines and policies.
HR/Admin Assistant, Reports to Area Program Manager, Ensure the smooth running
of the office in relation to all administrative and human resources processes;
ensuring that office administrative resources are used appropriately and in
conformity with DRC/Donor Guidelines and policies.
General
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
Administration:
- Monitor
any changes in national laws related to DRC/DDG operations, e.g. Labour
Law. - Perform
general clerical duties, including photocopying, filing and mailing - Routinely
re-order office supplies - Manage
the filing, storage and security of documents, including HR files, project
assets, consumables, etc.; ensure all documents are filed according to the
guidelines in Operations Handbook - Maintain
a tracking system for all communications (in-coming and out-going) by
receiving and forwarding to the responsible staffs, and circulating from
DRC/DDG staffs to external parties. - Chair
weekly meetings and send minutes to Kampala
Human
Resources:
Resources:
- Maintain
confidential, accurate and up to date records of all staff (i.e. personnel
information and management systems) - Maintain
an updated Staff Database including tracking contract dates and extensions - Ensure
staff management and follow up for the office: record staff absences,
overtime, holidays, contracts, contract renewals and end of contract
documents and payments, explain policies to staff and implement procedures - Track
staff leave and support Supervisors in ensuring leave planning is done - Maintain
the HR filing system, including update of all paperwork - Prepare
office payroll, tax and social insurance documentation on a monthly basis
for checking and authorisation by Area Program Manager, and ensure timely
payment of these - Prepare
recruitment planner to acquire authorization for every position and ensure
a transparent and fair recruitment procedure in liaison with Area Manager
and HR Kampala - Prepare
all casual/Volunteer contracts with guidance and support from Kampala HR
and maintain records of all contract related information; and ensure those
are paid on a timely basis. - Maintain
Administrative guidelines and update if procedure changes - Ensure
compliance with all DRC/Donor HR and Admin procedures and liaise with Area
Manager and Kampala HR unit for support in attaining this.
Additional
Tasks:
Tasks:
- Ensure
that all finance/admin/HR procedures are carried out according to DRC
standards and in a transparent way - Supervise
Guards, office attendant and Housekeeping staff and manage their
schedules, leave planning and other HR needs - Take
initiative to ensure targets are prioritised and achieved before stated
deadlines. - Ensure
that a good relations with the district authorities are fully maintained - On
request perform any other additional duties assigned by the supervisors in
order to allow the organisation to function optimally. - This
job description is not a definitive task list but has been done to clarify
the responsibilities of the employee. - I
have read and understood this job description and I agree to perform the
duties stated herein to the best of my ability.
PERSONAL
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
Essential:
- Degree
in Human Resources, Social Sciences and any other related field with at
least 3 years work experience in Human Resources and Administration in
INGOs. - Excellent
knowledge in Administration management and day to day running of office. - Possess
strong Organizational skills. - Fluent
in written and spoken English. - Proven
commitment to work Only for a short period and still be result oriented. - Knowledge
of working in challenging environments.
Preferable:
- Proven
ability to manage large and varied workloads, and can manage stress
constructively. - Proven
ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and work with limited
supervision. - Pro-active,
stable and robust character and a good team-player. - Excellent
communication skills, calm and a good sense of humor. - Excellent
interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish effective
working relations at all levels.
Applications
should be in English and include the following:
should be in English and include the following:
- A
cover letter (1 page) in which you explain why you are interested in the
position and how you meet the qualities and qualifications criteria and
salary expectations. - Concise
and accurate CV (maximum 3 pages). The CV should include information about
your qualification, relevant training courses, Work experience, name and
contact details of 3 relevant references.
Please
send your Cover letter, CV and Academic certificates by email to administrator@drcuganda.org by 7th
September 2017 5:00pm clearly indicating position name in the subject line.
send your Cover letter, CV and Academic certificates by email to administrator@drcuganda.org by 7th
September 2017 5:00pm clearly indicating position name in the subject line.
;§We thank applicants
for their interest in the position however; only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted. -text:
for their interest in the position however; only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted. -text: