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IPPFARO recruits 01 Administration and Human Resources Manager

IPPFARO recruits 01 Administration and Human Resources Manager



Référence114420
Salairexxx/ mois
LocalisationDakar / Sénégal
Expiration30 Avril 2021

Description de l’offre


1. JOB PURPOSE :
The Administration and Human Resources Manager is primarily responsible for providing professional
HR technical support and advice to Senior Management, Departments, Units and MAs on human
resources and administration in line with the ARO HR and organisational development strategy.

2. KEY TASKS.
PERSON SPECIFICATION :
Under the general supervision of the Head of the Regional Director’s office, the incumbent is
responsible for the following duties:
Strategic Planning
1. Participates in the organisation planning process cycle and plays a critical role in determining
the staffing requirements and structures
2. Advises the Senior Management Team (SMT) on emerging capacity gaps in accordance with
the evolution of the mandate of the organisation
3. Advises the SMT on workforce planning, including implementation of succession planning and
forecasting of human resources requirements during the strategic cycle
4. In coordination with all ARO departments, develops coherent human resources strategies to
support the implementation of the organisation’s mandate including recruitment and
deployment plans
5. He/she is also responsible for assessment of the workforce per function, skill, level, category,
occupational group, gender and geography and for identifying the gaps and determining actions
to respond to needs taking into account existing vacancies, projected changes due to
retirements, end of projects or other departures from the organisation
6. Advises SMT on the implementation of Organization-wide change and culture initiatives
especially those that may have an impact on the organisational structure and human resources
7. Reviews and advises the SMT that the HR policies, procedures and systems are aligned with
the national laws and IPPF policies and strategic direction of the organisation; ensures their
continued relevance
8. Serves as secretary of SMT meetings and is responsible preparing and circulated their minutes.
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Budget Process
1. Participates in the ARO budget development process and provides guidance and advice to the
Senior Management Team on the human resources requirements, staffing table and
organizational structure of all sections based on the guidelines of the annual budget reviews
2. Ensures that expenditures related to staffing are within the budgeted staffing costs, and
coordinates with the Operations department to ensure availability of funds
3. Ensures the integrity of the staffing table as approved in the budget without discrepancy in
departments and locations
4. Advises hiring managers on loaning of posts between regional offices or departments and
movement of posts and staff between locations according to projects or strategies
5. Participates in the development of restricted project proposals and ensure salaries, benefits
and related compensations are aligned with IPPF ARO policies and national laws
6. Recruitment and staff selection
7. Manages the selection and appointment process of highly competent candidates by advising
managers on organizational policies and SOPs on the staff selection process, and ensuring
compliance and required level of skills to conduct and document competency-based interviews
for specific job openings, if required
8. Facilitates the participation in expert panels to evaluate applicants for job openings
9. Manages recruitment and selection related process in a transparent, consistent, merit-based
and fair manner, complying with policies related to gender balance, geographic diversity, as
well as enhancing both the management and staff awareness of these policies
10. Develops new job descriptions in close collaboration with ARO departments, advertises them
and guides managers on the selection process in line with IPPF ARO staff rules and
regulations.

Human Resources Management :
1. Advises and communicates to Senior Management and staff on Human Resources policies and
practices and provides direction and coherence to all HR activities and systems of the
organisation
2. Supervises the process of knowledge/awareness building among programme managers, senior
management and staff members with regard to the staff rules and regulations, and related
guidelines in the administration of entitlements and their strict application by the HR Section,
including consistent implementation of delegated authority
3. Provides direction and advice on interpretation and application of policies, staff regulations and
rules
4. Works closely with Security Advisor to ensure a safe and healthy working environment; to
ensure that all staff strictly observe IPPFARO Health and Safety regulations and in particular
the protocol with respect to fire outbreaks and/or other emergencies and to take measures by
amongst other things, alerting the Unit of observations made in respect of conditions rendering
the office environment unsafe
5. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of related guidelines, HR rules, regulations practices
and procedures, and recommends revisions, where necessary
6. Represents Senior Mission Management on a variety of joint staff-management advisory
bodies, as appropriate
7. Serves as primary interface regarding cross-cutting HR issues between ARO and the rest of
the Secretariat
8. Works with government authorities to get the status of non-local staff formalised (work permits
and re-entry permits)
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9. Implements ARO’s policy and procedures on staff insurance, pension scheme, medical and
other staff welfare benefits; to ensure that procedures in respect of termination the contractual
relationship between ARO and staff are followed including the conducting of exit interviews
10. Provides administrative support to the Operations department in the preparation of staff payroll
11. Plays a proactive role of open communications, advisory services, and collaborative problem
resolution
12. Periodically conducts surveys of remuneration and benefits packages and recommend reviews
thereof to ensure that IPPFARO remains a competitive employer
13. Supports the SMT in the relocation of staff to different countries and ensure respect of IPPF
rules and procedures.

Performance Management :
1. Supports ARO in the implementation of the performance appraisal system and monitors its
compliance, providing guidance and substantive support departments on standards for the
development of individual work plans
2. Coordinates the training and orientation programs of new staff and ensure that they understand
the performance appraisal system and its management
3. Counsels staff and managers in cases of under-performance and facilitates the implementation
of a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) or other remedial measures, when required.

Staff Development :
1. Advises on training opportunities for HR staff as well as staff in general giving particular
attention to developing and implementing career development paths for all staff members
2. Provides regular information on global vacancies and opportunities
3. Develops and implements orientation strategy for newly recruited staff to understand and
subscribe to IPPF policies, strategies, systems and processes
4. Leads and coordinate staff development including in the development of an annual training plan
based on a training needs analysis and learning needs from the Performance management.

Capacity Building :
1. Continuously assesses the skill, expertise and knowledge of the unit ensuring participation of
human resources staff in relevant training programmes and designing individual on-the-job and
group training programmes on specific subject matters in the area of human resources
management, including in the use of HR IT systems (expense reports, performance appraisal
system, ERP, etc).

Administration :
1. Supports IPPFARO management to maintain a workplace environment that is friendly and
conducive to staff growth and development
2. Builds and maintains positive relationships with all members of staff, and contacts both within
and outside the Federation
3. Maintains personnel files system with built-in measures to ensure the safety and security of
these confidential records to protect the privacy of staff members.
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Culture :
1. Ensures the office culture is aligned with IPPF vision, mission and values
2. Develops training programs and policies, roll them out and evaluate them on organisational
culture change with a few to eradicate discrimination, racism and individual bias in the culture
of the organisation
3. Promotes diversity, integrity and respect in the workplace
4. Ensures gender is effectively mainstreamed within the remit of the post and in line with IPPF
Gender Equality Policy
5. Develops training programs to enhance teamwork, team building and a safe working
environment in IPPFARO
6. Monitors progress and change and regularly reports on gaps and needed improvements.

Administration of Justice :
1. In coordination with interested parties such as the Staff Association, addresses and mitigates
staff grievances with the purpose of resolving them at the lowest practical level
2. Develops preventive activities such as training and sharing best practices and jurisprudence
related to human resources management
3. Manages safeguarding issues in close collaboration with the Head of Operations and the
Strategy, Organizational Development and Governance department.

Staff and Management Relations :
1. Develops an “open door” dialogue between the management and staff to discuss HR matters
and related staff issues
2. Meets frequently with staff representatives of the staff association to address issues affecting
staff and coordinates meeting between staff representatives and the SMT
3. Organizes, as necessary, general or specific meetings for the staff on issues such as HR
aspects of the organisations, the status of organisational change and reforms and change
management initiatives.

Other :
1. Develops a set of actionable and targeted change management plans, including coaching and
training in order to implement the above responsibilities; reports on possible gaps and risks and
recommends corrective actions
2. Develops a communication strategy with a dedicated intranet page on HR issues and regular
formal and informal meetings
3. Maintains constant dialogue with the Head of Operations to deal with salary reviews and other
issues linked to staff costs, entitlements and benefits
4. In consultation with the Security Advisor, develops the ARO’s response to a natural
disaster/incident with focus on anticipating, planning and coordinating the overall HR response
5. In consultation with the Head of Operations and Supervisor, contributes to the development of
contingency and business continuity plan for the Africa Regional Office
6. To undertake any other reasonable duties as may be requested by the supervisor.

1) Competencies :
PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of all aspects of human resources management with proven
analytical skills; Demonstrated use of initiative and ability to interpret the Organization’s HR
policies, procedures and practices and ability to apply them in an organizational setting. Ability
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to identify issues, formulate opinions, make conclusions and recommendations. Shows pride in
work and achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject
matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and
achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows
persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful
situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal
participation of women and men in all areas of work.
PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed
strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments and adjusts priorities as required;
Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and
allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary;
Uses time efficiently.

LEADERSHIP:
Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to
translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender
perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work;
demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in
staffing.

TEAMWORK:
Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits
input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places
team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group
decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team
accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

COMMUNICATION:
Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly
interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and
exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to
match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

CLIENT ORIENTATION:
Considers all those to whom services are provided to be « clients  » and
seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; Establishes and maintains productive
partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; Identifies clients’ needs and matches
them to appropriate solutions; Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’
environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; Keeps clients informed of progress or
setbacks in projects; Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

JUDGEMENT/ DECISION-MAKING:
Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and
comes to the heart of the problem quickly; Gathers relevant information before making a decision; Considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; Takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization; Proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; Checks assumptions against facts; Determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; Makes tough decisions when necessary.
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2) Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in human resources management, business or public administration, social sciences, education or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

3) Work Experience
• A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in human resources
management, administration or a related area is required
• A Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Human Resources Management and preferably in a large
and complex international humanitarian and/or development organisation
• Experience in providing strategic human resource guidance to senior management is required
• Experience in the operational application of human resources management policies and
practices is required
• Experience in staff selection, talent management, and the administration of benefits and
entitlements is required
• Experience in organizational development
• Experience in the use of a People soft based human resources platform is desirable.

4) Languages
English and French are the working languages of IPPF ARO. For the position advertised,
fluency in English and French (both spoken and written are required). Knowledge of Portuguese
is an advantage.

5) Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed
by competency-based interview.

6) Other requirements
Subscribe to IPPF’s Policies, Mission, Vision, and values and IPPFAR’s procedures, rules and regulations
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
Good IT skills.
Experience in working in a multicultural environment
Willing to work outside standard office hours as required
Willing to travel internationally – about 30 days a year.
COMMENT POSTULER ?
Interested individuals should submit an application form in the IPPFARO CV form (attached) and a 1-page cover letter to:
hroffice@ippfaro.org
Please note that we will not consider applications that are not done in the requested format.
Description de l’offre :
https://www.ippfar.org/sites/ippfar/files/2021-04/JD%20-%20Administraton%20and%20Human%20Resources%20Manager%20March%202

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