Human resource business partner at VSO International: (Deadline Ongoing)
VSO is the world’s leading international development organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty. Working in 24 countries around the world, our unique role in international development is to place committed volunteers with carefully selected organisations where their skills can have the greatest impact. Our extraordinary volunteers live and work in some of the world’s poorest communities. Sharing their unique skills and experience to generate new ideas and new ways of doing things, helping the communities they work in lift themselves out of poverty. We’re not about delivering quick fixes, but instead we focus on long-lasting, sustainable change, that will impact generations to come. Join us and help us work towards our vision of a world without poverty.
Role overview
Manage HR and operational efficiency and effectiveness for Staff in VSO Rwanda Program.
Skills, qualifications and experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field with additional relevant courses and training,
- At least 4 years relevant experience with evidence of people management.
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications and HRIS
Fluent in English - Clear, sensitive oral and written communication skills, fluent in English, confidence in communicating across VSO and externally
- Experience in working with International Non-Government organizations and with Government Officials.
- Able to undertake occasional travel within country.
- Ability to build strong working relationships and partnerships in a multi-cultural environment and work as a collaborative team member. Cultural sensitivity, commitment to diversity.
- Ability to develop multiple ideas, comparing and evaluating each to ensure best possible decision.
- Able to adapt to new and demanding situations.
- Knowledge of Country employment and immigration laws.
- Experience of using Human Resources information systems and running a range of reports.
- Understanding and commitment to data protection and equality and diversity issues.
- Experience of working with different cultures and backgrounds.
People Management – Ability to support others. Demonstrable commitment to delivering excellent customer service. - Understanding of the role volunteering in Country.
- Flexibility to adapt to new situations, with a positive attitude to working in an international organization. Able to travel occasionally.
- Commitment to VSO values
VSO reserves the right to close this job early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.
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