Human Resources Manager
Research Triangle
Institute (RTI) has over 30 years’ experience assisting governments,
communities, and the private sector in managing their environment and
natural resources. We have delivered innovative, breakthrough solutions
in key development sectors including: countering wildlife crime,
forestry, protected area management, climate change, economic livelihood
development, community engagement, and institutional capacity building.
Project Description
The
goal of the recently awarded Tuhifadhi Maliasili activity is to address
dynamics that hinder habitat connectivity and the long-term persistence
of biodiversity in Tanzania. This activity will incorporate a series of
interventions that support and strengthen government and civil society
capacity for biodiversity conservation in a manner that: i) increases
private sector engagement in conservation and natural resource
management (NRM); ii) builds the capacity of the public sector and civil
society; and iii) strengthens the policy and regulatory framework for
conservation and NRM. These interventions together will reduce threats
to biodiversity in Tanzania while moving Tanzanian institutions further
on their journey to self-reliance.
Summary
The HR
Manager will be responsible for implementation of HR Strategies,
effective delivery of HR services and management; interpretation and
application of HR policies; rules and regulations; facilitation of
internal procedures and process solutions to a wide spectrum of complex
HR issues. The HR Manager promotes a collaborative, client-oriented
approach and contributes to the maintenance of high staff morale. They
will support the 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 management.
Specific Responsibilities
- Review,
disseminate, ensure full compliance of HR policy guidelines and country
employee handbooks in tandem with local labor laws, client rules and
regulations, RTI policies, values, ethics, procedures and strategies;
effective implementation of the internal control framework and proper
functioning of the HR policy framework. - Provide advice and
information on RTI HR Policy adjustments changes in local labor law and
regulations, implementation of employee handbook, strategic use of
contractual modalities, application of entitlements, change management
processes. - Disseminate HR communication, priorities, and
allocated tasks; and ensure strict adherence to procedures in the area
of selection and recruitment of temporary and longer-term staff. - Organization
of recruitment processes through the provision of input to
short-listing process, screening of candidates, setting up and
participation in interview panels including documentation processing for
offers and deployment. - In liaison with local country insurance
brokers and RTI Regional Office track Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
expiry dates and follow up on renewals. - Maintain HR (including
non-personnel) files; Track and compile the project leave schedules,
setting up all staff absence by receiving and filing PTO authorizations,
performing the functions of absence monitoring and recording; Advise
staff on their leave entitlements. - Coordinate with Kenya
Regional Office for the preparation of contracts of local national (LN)
and other changes pertaining term of employment through timely
preparation and submission of Personnel Action Forms or Offer Request
Memos. - Conduct preliminary Job Grading for HR and COP review and
approval, determines eligibility for salaries, entitlements, and
benefits according to approved matrix, FSN and confirmed country
benefits while applying Staff Regulations, Rules, and other official
provisions with consistency. - Implement RTI Performance
Management system – Dynamic Development in the project, including but
not limited to working with staff on goal-setting, documentation in the
system, and regular Check-Ins. Facilitating learning initiatives,
recommending courses that are beneficial to the project and in
accordance RTI University courses and individual learning plans. - Orientation
and induction focal person; Provides information to staff members on
their employment conditions and entitlements, including on-entry
briefings, facilitate CCN orientation and file orientation reports as
espoused in the project on orientation and induction. - Ensure
personnel files and database are well updated accurately maintained.
Maintain RTI’s projects manual and excel based personnel database and
supporting use of its information by project staff for planning and
administration purposes. - Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Required Education And Experience
- Bachelor’s
Degree and 6 years of experience in human resources management and/or
Master’s degree and 3 years of experience in human resources management,
or equivalent combination of education and experience. - Prior experience managing HR functions on donor-funded projects preferred.
Skills & Abilities
- Strong interpersonal/relationship building skills
- Knowledge of the local labor law in Tanzania.
- Excellent knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong influencing and coaching skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines under pressure.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Ability to work independently and within matrix project and program teams.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Culturally sensitive and respectful.
- Demonstrated commitment to RTI’s mission, vision and values.
- Experience on USAID or other donor-funded programs a plus.
Due
to the urgency of project need, applications will be reviewed on an
ongoing basis. The shortlist of candidates may be finalized prior to the
closing application deadline. Therefore, candidates are urged to apply
as soon as possible. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
RTI
is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates may apply directly on
RTI’s careers site or submit an updated CV and cover letter to [email protected]
Please reference the position title in subject line.
