About US:
Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is an international non-profit organization which implements the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.
Job Summary: The Human Resource Assistant will support the attainment of Country Program objectives through the provision of dedicated quality HR services, professional advice, and ensuring HR systems, policies and procedures are developed and implemented in line with organizational vision, mission, and strategic objectives. The incumbent will actively contribute to risk management by advising managers on the interpretation/application of HR policies and procedures and ensuring CRS Uganda’s employment and human resource management practices meet agency and donor standards and are in compliance with local labour law. The jobholder will help coordinate and support the execution of the Country Program (CP) HR strategy and operational plans in support of high-quality programs serving the poor and vulnerable. You will provide responsive, high quality service to address HR programs, services and operations needs in all or some of the areas of recruitment, staff development, performance management, employee relations, compensation and benefits, onboarding/orientation, policies, staff care, and employee administration.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide administrative and clerical support to HR transactions and processes. Prepare, type, photocopy and scan employment-related documentation, such as employment contracts, termination letters, salary technical adjustments letters, materials for staff learning and development events, etc.
Provide responsive and high quality service to employees with requests on personnel administration and clerical issues.
Offer technical support in the recruitment process: collecting CVs, greeting candidates, setting up tests and interviews, Bridger check, etc.
Compile documentation and data, perform data entry and data verification on personnel administration transactions (e.g. leave balances, staff attendance, etc.).
Support maintenance of personnel files, compiling and updating employee records (hard and soft copies)
Actively contribute to coordinating logistical arrangements for staff events, such as staff retreats, staff learning and development events (workshops, trainings), orientations, welcome/farewell parties.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate for the Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Human Resource Assistant job opportunity should hold a High School Diploma required. Professional diploma/certificate or courses in Administration or Human Resources Management a plus.
At least two years’ work experience in an administrative and/or human resources assistant role with some familiarity of human resources practices. Experience with an international organization a plus.
Computer literacy i.e. experience using MS Windows and MS Office packages, in particular Excel and Word. Hands-on experience with data entry into online databases and forms.
Excellent organizational skills with great attention to detail
Ability to maintain confidential information
Strong customer service ethic and abilities
Self-motivated to perform routine tasks independently and meet deadlines
Good verbal and written communication skills
Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff): Serves with Integrity, Models Stewardship, Cultivates Constructive Relationships, Promotes Learning
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested Ugandan candidates are encouraged to send their cover letters, CVs and three work references (names and contact information only) to ug_recruitment@crs.org
Deadline: 28th September 2017 by 5:00PM