Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

Do you have

• At least five years’ experience in HR Business Partnering or related high-level specialist role.
• Bachelor’s degree from a college or university and seven or more years of related human resources experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior leadership experience in Africa or in a post conflict environment

If the answer is yes, then we would like to hear from you.

The Role:

Oxfam is looking for Country Human Resources Manager 

The Country HR Manager would involve dealing with confidential information. The post is required to provide both an operational and strategic service.  The job holder needs to be aware of staff issues / concerns and ensure effective achievement of the organisation’s goals and objectives.  The post holder needs to have direct impact over staff motivation and be responsible for improving quality within the human resources function.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

People management

• The Country HR Manager holds responsibility for the HR Policy / Strategy, Recruitment, Induction, HR General Management (staff development, compensations and benefits, organizational design (change management), HR legal risks management) and is an active member of the Senior Management Team. 
• Direct manage the National HR Advisor, HR Coordinator and the  HR Officers while he will be the matrix manager for the whole HR team in the Country
• To train and build capacities of HR staff to carry out their tasks efficiently

Operational HR/problems and analysis

• An active member of the Country Management Team, the Country HR Manager provide leadership and advice on HR issues within the country programme and ensure effective liaison with the Regional Centre and Oxford concerning all DRC programme HR issues
• The Country HR Manager is required to analyse and work closely with the Country Director and the Country Management Team to be able to link up the key capacity building requirements with the Country strategy
• Giving strategic advice to senior management in terms of the analysis of HR/People issues emerging in country would be part of this role.
• Organise the staff representative and support that AOSA adhered to the organisational dynamics and improve the understand of all in regard to staff representative according to the legal labour law in DRC and Oxfam policies and staff handbook.

Legal risks management

• To advise the Country Director on any legal or official obligations that Oxfam GB needs to be aware of concerning taxation, social security requirements and any other legal issues pertaining to Oxfam GB status in regard to the staff employment
• To monitor and assist with the Lawyer’s support in the management of all legal cases in relation to Oxfam employment in the DRC and to advise the Country Management Team on necessary actions as necessary.

Policies and Procedures/systems

• To carry out constant monitoring of all DRC HR policies and charters by making regular field visits and recommending to the Country Management Team changes to ensure best practice
• To establish and organise HR systems including fixing guidelines to ensure smooth due processes in the recruitment, contract monitoring, reward, training, inductions, exit interviews and medical and ensuring Oxfam requirements are being met.

Market analysis - Salary/Recruitment

• To manage the annual salary review process by gathering and analysing appropriate information from a range of sources and making recommendations for any changes
• Analyse the staff turnover and make recommendations to address any recruitment issue
• To analyse the employment market to enhance the quality of recruitment and retention

Support the panel on recruitments for C and B level staff

What we are looking for: 

We’re looking for a candidate who cares about Oxfam's mission to end poverty and is personally aligned to our feminist principles and values of empowerment, accountability and inclusion in all you do.

An ideal candidate for the role will  have:

• At least five years’ experience in HR Business Partnering or related high-level specialist role.
• Strong consultation skills and experience influencing and interacting with senior Managers.
• Experience in managing change in a diverse team
• Outstanding people and client relationship skills. Proficient in coaching, mediating, influencing, facilitation, presentation, communication, analysis, and problem solving.
• Bachelor’s degree from a college or university and seven or more years of related human resources experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• A ‘People’ person with strong business acumen in multi-national environment.
• Knowledge of both English and French
• Professional certificate in HR / OD / Management.

• Prior leadership experience in Africa or in a post conflict environment
• Good level of IT literacy and an understanding of how new developments in technology can positively contribute to the aims of an INGO.

We offer:

We offer a competitive salary and a range of additional benefits to staff including flexible working options, generous pension scheme, annual leave, additional leave allowances, company sick pay, life assurance and a range of other benefits. 

From the day you join Oxfam we invite you to stretch and learn in your role. Our wide range of Learning & Development opportunities includes in-house courses, e-learning modules, on-the job learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and much more. 

You can read more about all Oxfam has to offer here.

Flexfam: 

We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you. 

How to apply:

As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and Cover Letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.  

Our values and commitment to safeguarding

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us. 

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.  In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

About us

Oxfam is a global community who believe poverty isn’t inevitable. It’s an injustice that can be overcome. We are shop volunteers, women’s right activists, marathon runners, aid workers, coffee farmers, street fundraisers, goat herders, policy experts, campaigners, water engineers and more. And we won’t stop until everyone can live life without poverty for good.

Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 21 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries. 

A thriving diverse Oxfam:

It’s people power that brings about change. To play our part as a global organisation working to overcome poverty and inequality, we need equality, diversity and inclusion across our community of staff, partners and volunteers. Together, we’re committed to becoming a more diverse workforce, better able to tackle the global challenges that face our world today.

To do that:

• We need to dismantle the unequal power structures that exist everywhere, this including Oxfam and the wider development and charity sectors.
• We need an inclusive Oxfam where everyone can bring who they are to our work and feels celebrated for the differences they bring.
• We want and need everyone, and that means we need you.