Human Resources Manager at GIZ Rwanda: (Deadline 5 February 2024)
Vacancy Announcement
Human Resources Manager for GIZ Rwanda Country Office (CO)
The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is a federally owned international cooperation enterprise for sustainable development with worldwide operations. The GIZ Office in Kigali covers GIZ’s portfolio in Rwanda and Burundi. GIZ Rwanda/Burundi implements projects on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, the European Union and other commissioning authorities in the following priority areas: Sustainable Economic Development; Good Governance; Climate, Energy and Sustainable Urban Development; Digitalization and Digital Economy; and regional projects in the Great Lakes Region.
GIZ Offices are the central element of GIZ’s field structure. They ensure consistent overall representation of the company and its successful positioning as a service provider in the international cooperation market.
We are looking for a Human Resources Manager for the GIZ Country Office in Kigali to ensure that all human resources (HR) operations are carried out smoothly and effectively.
In close coordination with the Head of Administration and Finance (HoAF), you will be responsible for co-developing and implementing HR strategies and providing sound advice to country management on all related subjects.
We are seeking candidates who aspire to grow within the company, as this role has the potential for progression into a leadership position for individuals exhibiting strong leadership qualities and dedication.
The position will be based in the GIZ Rwanda Country Office at Kigali.
Location: Kigali
Fixed Term: Two years (renewable upon review)
Position: One (1)
The Human Resources Manager will perform the following responsibilities and tasks:
A. Responsibilities:
The Human Resources Manager will be responsible for:
- Ensure the orderly and efficient execution of all four basic HR functions: staffing,
training and development, motivation, and maintenance. - Ensure that all processes are in accordance with the rules and regulations of GIZ Rwanda and that quality services are provided to the internal and external clients.
- Ensure the organization’s applicable laws and policies are followed and effectively communicated throughout the organization.
B. Tasks
The Human Resources Manager will perform the following tasks:
- Dialogue with supervisor
- Advise superior on questions relating to HR across the organisation and on issues that are relevant to different groups within GIZ
- Content-related tasks
- develop and implement human resources policies
- support strategic objectives
- Hire the right talent within the HR function’s area of responsibilities (compensation, employee benefits, legal requirements, talent management)
- hire staff and negotiate employment agreements.
- ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations
- oversee GIZ payroll including engagement with external consultants and performance evaluation systems
- review and update GIZ employment contracts, job descriptions and agreements
- manage staff wellness and performance reviews
- motivate and support all staff
- identify staffing needs and initiate measures for human resource development
- develop appropriate job descriptions as per specific requirements
- coordinate employee training and development initiatives
- ensure record keeping and data processing procedures and comply with requirements of GIZ
- ensure talent acquisition & retention
- formulate solutions for complex issues and fundamental issues relating to the HR in the organisation
- Conduct scheduled HR compliance pre-audits
- Support in implementation of equal opportunity and diversity policies
- Other duties/additional tasks
- Performs other duties and tasks at the request of management
C. Required qualifications, competences, and experience
Qualification:
- Master’s in business administration (preferably specialization in Human Resources)
- Knowledge of Rwandan labour laws and regulations
- Strong recruiting capacities and demonstrated ability to improve talent acquisition
strategies - Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects and deadlines simultaneously
- Excellent communication skills (reading and writing) in English, French
or German would be an added advantage - Superior interpersonal skills
- Good problem-solving skills
- Budget management experience
- Strong people skills
- Computer literacy
Professional Experience:
- At least 7 years of equivalent experience, proven disciplinary leadership experience of at least one year
- Experience of handling HR for mid-sized companies (200+ employees) will be an asset
- Exposure to working in an international environment
Other competences and skills:
- Exceptional organizational and conceptual skills and strong intrinsic motivation to get things done
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a strong spirit of service
orientation - Strong leadership skills based on sound knowledge of leadership principles and team dynamics
- Strong intercultural skills
- Finely tuned organisational skills and ability to work on one’s own initiative at the
conceptional level - Willingness to upskill as required by the tasks to be performed – corresponding measures are agreed with management.
What do we offer?
- An interesting and challenging post in a German Government owned company, which operates internationally.
- A working environment in the spirit of intellectual openness
- A contract in line with local legal conditions with a long-term option, competitive
compensation and generous social benefits
Interested candidates should submit their application (motivation letter, updated CV, certificates and references), via our electronic job portal by using the button “apply”; until 5th February 2024 at 4:00 PM. All attachments should be put together in one PDF file not larger than 2 MB.
GIZ is a signatory of the Diversity Charter. Recognition, appreciation and inclusion of diversity in the company are important to us. All employees shall be valued – regardless of gender and gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, social background, age or sexual orientation. We support equal opportunities and welcome applications from people with disabilities.
This includes the provision of reasonable accommodation, if needed, in order to participate in the job application and interview process and to perform essential job functions. Please let us know, if you have any particular requirements should you be invited for assessment/interview or that you wish us to consider, when considering your application.
Women and persons with disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for test and interview.
GIZ Office Rwanda
KN 41 St. / Nr.17, Kiyovu
P.O. Box 59, Kigali,
Rwanda
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