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Job Summary

Job Title:
Human Resource and Administration Officer
Employer:
International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Location:
Kiryandongo, Uganda
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Human Resource
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Sunday, 29 June 2025

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Human Resource and Administration Officer job at International Rescue Committee (IRC) | Apply Now

Kiryandongo, Uganda

Full Time

Are you looking for Human Resource jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Human Resource and Administration Officer job at International Rescue Committee (IRC)

Deadline: 

29 Jun 2025

About the Organisation


The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian organization dedicated to helping people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict, disaster, and climate change to survive, recover, and regain control of their futures. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC has grown into a highly respected non-governmental organization, consistently recognized for its rapid response, effective programming, and commitment to innovation in humanitarian aid.

With operations in over 40 countries and offices in major cities worldwide, the IRC employs thousands of professionals and volunteers, fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that values diversity, resilience, and impact-driven solutions. The organization offers a wide range of job opportunities, from emergency response roles to long-term development initiatives, with flexible work arrangements to accommodate various needs.

Emphasizing innovation, the IRC leverages data-driven approaches and technology to enhance its service delivery, addressing critical issues such as health, education, economic recovery, and refugee resettlement. Rooted in core values of integrity, accountability, service, and equality, the IRC upholds a strong commitment to corporate social responsibility, partnering with governments, businesses, and local communities to create sustainable solutions for vulnerable populations. Through its pioneering efforts in crisis response and advocacy, the IRC continues to shape the future of humanitarian aid. For more information, visit their official website at www.rescue.org.

Job Title

Human Resource and Administration Officer job at International Rescue Committee (IRC)

International Rescue Committee (IRC)

Job Description

Job Title:   Human Resource and Administration Officer

Organisation: International Rescue Committee (IRC)

Duty Station: Kiryandongo, Uganda

Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Coordinator-Human Resource/Field Manager, the HR/ Admin Officer supports the affairs related to the day to day running of the IRC Kiryandongo Office and supporting the country Office and is the focal person providing key support on all HR functions. The Human Resource Officer will assist in the human resources activities including recruitment and orientation, personnel files, staff benefits and insurance schemes and payroll.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Recruitment and On-boarding:

  • Initiate and coordinate all the recruitment requests and follow through on hiring procedures in line with the policy.

  • Prepare and post all job advertisements for all vacant positions in appropriate channels and ensure wide and appropriate distribution, this includes e-filing of application and sending out HR communications.

  • Maintain a recruitment resource database (CVs).

  • Maintain an organized recruitment resource database and bi-weekly update the recruitment status report and send it to all managers on a weekly basis.

  • Organize interviews and follow through on hiring procedures in line with the IRC policy.

  • Liaise with hiring managers and field-based HR/Admin staff to ensure new staff are oriented upon hire in all IRC offices. Includes providing pre-assignment information, orienting employee to the IRC Way in the office.

Contract management

  • Preparing and track offer letters and employment contracts.

  • Prepare COS (Change of Status) forms as required and draft /track Staff Contracts, termination forms/notifications.

  • Ensure internal equity is maintained for staff compensation and benefits and advice programs leads accordingly.

  • Ensure staff understand their benefits package and lead an effective administration of the benefits.

  • Maintain accurate and up to date personnel records of all employees including orderly archiving.

  • Ensure the violations are captured, reported, and followed through on a monthly basis.

HRIMS Support

  • Support the management of IRC Uganda’s HRIMS system and ensuring that it is accurate and maintained up to date.

  • Support the maintenance of all talent acquisition and management processes in Cornerstone and the HRIMS as assigned, to ensure 100% data integrity.

  • Act as a point of contact for all Cornerstone enquiries

  • Capacity building employees, management, and HR Focal points in use of Cornerstone and the HRIMS.

  • Support Payroll process for national staff, as required.

Performance management

  • Coordinate timely performance appraisals and maintain an updated PME database for all staff in coordination with the other field HR leads

  • Ensure that performance evaluations for all staff are conducted on time and review all evaluations to ensure quality and consistency.

  • Collate training needs from the PME and ensure that they are captured in the Annual learning and Development Plan.

Health Insurance management

  • Coordinate the national staff health insurance scheme ensuring timely and accurate reports from the service provider.

  • Ensure all staff and eligible dependents are registered on to the medical insurance scheme, monitor staff medical coverage and ensure that the scheme is functioning well.

  • Liaise with the health service provider to resolve any issues with the services.

  • Follow up on all medical insurance matters for staff including adding and deleting staff to/from the employer’s liability and the medical and hospitalization insurance policy schemes as well as follow up on payments and claims.

Exit Management

  • Process and track all termination paperwork for all national and expatriate staff including preparation of termination notice letters in relation to closing grants and restructuring.

  • Work closely with supervisors to ensure exit interviews are offered to all staff and data is captured in the online exit survey to ensure a learning and reflective culture in the country program.

  • Ensure that staff are removed from the Health Insurance scheme and GPA schemes accordingly.

  • Develop and maintain reports to update and finalize terminal benefits.

  • Perform other duties as needed or requested by the Field Manager and or the HR Coordinator.

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Qualifications, Education and Competencies

  • University Degree in Human Resources or similar professional qualification. A Postgraduate in Human Resource Management is an added advantage.

Experience:

  • 3 years of relevant professional experience in human resources

  • Previous experience in using any HRMIS is an advantage. Strong knowledge and experience of HRISs, and ideally in supporting others to use HRIS

  • Extensive knowledge and experience of managing a payroll, preferably for more than 400 employees

  • Previous experience working with an international NGO in a cross-cultural setting, preferably in the HR sector

  • Previous experience in using any HRMIS is an advantage

  • Strong experience in human resource support role

Skills and Abilities:

  • Ability to analyse and interpret numerical data and processes

  • Ability to maintain the highest degree of discretion and confidentiality of HR information

  • Ability to use judgement to determine when to deal with a query to conclusion or when to pass to another member of the team

  • Organised and methodical and with good attention to detail

  • Willingness and ability to work within a multi-site, international organisation

  • Customer focused with good interpersonal skills

  • Ability to work on own initiative with limited supervision

  • Ability to deal with ambiguity and work towards a resolution

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Excellent Microsoft Office packages – Word, Excel, and Outlook.

  • Able to coach and support others.

  • Works well and have experience working in refugee contexts, host communities and promotes teamwork, comfortable in a multi-cultural environm+ent, flexible and able to handle pressure well.

How to Apply

All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply online at the APPLY Button below


Deadline: 29th June 2025



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