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What we are looking for

The purpose of the Regional HR Adviser is to support the country offices (COs) in implementing global HR systems and initiatives in accordance with NRC policies and procedures and to support building sustainable capacity in HR structures and systems in Country Programmes. The regional HR Adviser may Act on behalf of the Regional Head of HR to perform quality and compliance control.

What you will do

Generic responsibilities 

Compliance and adherence to NRC policies, guidance, and procedures

2.   Provide strategic advice and technical support to the Country Offices in the region on HR.

3.   Support and monitor compliance with the HR handbooks and NRC policies,and respective quality assurances

4.   Provide control checks to the COs to ensure compliance with the HR handbook, pre-agreed through travel visits to the country offices.

5.   Contribute to the development of policies, strategies, tools, and new approaches, with a focus on innovation and piloting

6.   Ensure that best practices are identified, documented, and disseminated both within the region and beyond

7.   Participate in strategy processes and advise on HR initiatives related to the regional strategy and Country program-specific strategies

8.   Participate in the strategy process for HR Global and take part in reference groups for new HR initiatives or thematic issues established by HR Global

9.   Provide training and capacity development across Country Offices in the region and the Regional Office

10. Provide regular HR analysis and reports

Specific responsibilities 

These responsibilities shall be adapted to the particularities of the job location and context, phase of operation, strategic focus, and type of intervention. This section shall be revised whenever a new employee is hired, or the context changes significantly.

•      Management of a regional portfolio team to ensure effective and efficient recruitment and onboarding

•      Contribute to fit-for-purpose HR initiatives ensuring cost efficiency, innovation, and a focus on building HR at the country level

•      Coach, advice, and support CO HR focal points on global HR initiatives, including Talent Management, Compensation and Benefits,Organisational Design, and Staff Care

•      Contribute to Talent Management initiatives in the portfolio and regional collaboration to increase Learning and Development capacity, workforce, and succession planning

•      Share best practices on operative HR issues with other HR advisers in NRC through regular fora for cooperation (operative issues)

Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position.

Critical interfaces

By interfaces, NRC means processes and projects that are interlinked with other departments/units or persons. Relevant interfaces forthis position are:

•      Interfaces with all HR Managers or HR Coordinators in the region

•      Country Directors

•      Interfaces with HR HO

What you will bring:

Generic professional competencies:

•      Minimum 3 years of experience working in senior human resources role, preferably as a senior HR Manager in a humanitarian/recovery context Experience working in complex and volatile contexts.

•      Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities

•      Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile

•      Fluency in English, both written and verbal

2. Behavioural competencies

These are personal qualities that influence how successful people are in their job. NRC’s Competency

Framework states 12 behavioral competencies, the following are essential for this position:

•      Initiating action and change

•      Managing performance and development

•      Empowering and building trust

•      Handling insecure environments

What we offer

• Duty station: We need two staff as Regional Human Resources adviser, one is open for Kenyan nationals only and that shall be based in Kenya. The other role holder will work remotely from their home country (national contract), preferably from East Africa and Yemen Region.
• Contract: national contract, 12 months (extendable)
• Travel: up to 20%.
• Salary/benefits: grade 9 on NRC’s country salary scale.
• NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability.
• We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.

Find out more about the benefits of working for NRC

Important information about the application process

• Internal candidates only: please click on the suitcase icon labelled “I am an employee” to be redirected to NRC’s internal careers site.
• When creating your profile, include your full name as given on your passport. Complete all the system-required fields for experience, employment history and education.
• Submit your application and CV in English, taking care to attach your latest CV.
• Applications that do not meet the minimum standards in terms of experience or qualifications will generally not be considered. Unsolicited applications not related to this specific job advertisement will not be considered.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We receive many applicants for each vacant position.
• We have two positions/roles to fill: one is open for Kenyan nationals only and that shall be based in Kenya. The other role holder will work remotely from their home country (national contract), preferably from East Africa and Yemen Region.
• If you have any questions about this role, please email EAY Recruitment [email protected] with the job title as the subject line.

Why NRC?

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. Our 15,000 staff work in crises across 40 countries, providing life-saving and long-term assistance to millions of people every year.

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We are looking for people who are passionate about helping refugees and people forced to flee. Are you one of those people? If you are, NRC offers you the opportunity to:

• Do demanding and professional work, often in challenging contexts.
• Join a work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility.
• Be part of a welcoming and supportive community committed to human dignity.

Learn more about NRC