About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What we do</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Since 1863, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has worked to preserve human dignity and relieve suffering caused by war and armed violence.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">In collaboration with our Red Cross and Red Crescent partners around the world, we do everything we can to deliver life-saving aid, reconnect families and locate missing people – helping those who need it most, regardless of who they are and what side of the front line they are on.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">We engage with authorities and armed forces on all sides, often confidentially, pressing for access to detainees to improve their living conditions and urging compliance with international humanitarian law to protect non-combatants, including from digital threats.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Our values</b></H2> </div><div><ul style="font-family:Arial;font-size:12.0pt"> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this <a href="https://careers.icrc.org/content/Our-Values/?locale=en_GB " target="_blank" rel="noopener">page.</a></span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Purpose</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">The HR Officer (HRO) manages every aspect of the employment process, including recruitment, contract management, onboarding, development, administration, separation, and exit. The HRO advises, guides, and supports employees and line managers in all HR and People Management matters within his/her Area of Responsibility (AoR). </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">With the support and guidance of the HR Officer 2, the HR Officer (HRO) acts as a strategic partner, change agent, employee champion, and functional expert, supporting and contributing to the ICRC operations. The HRO brings intelligence and insights on People and Culture matters (PAC) to line managers within his/her AoR and ensures PAC objectives are implemented within the Delegation´s strategic objectives (PFR), operational needs, the ICRC People and Culture Strategy, and local priorities and objectives. </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">The role assesses and anticipates PAC-related needs and ensures integrated solutions are provided within the defined PAC processes and policies. The HRO is the main interlocutor supporting employees on the site. With the support of the HR Officer 2, the HRO is the main interlocutor partnering with line managers on all PAC issues. S/he is responsible for the whole employee life cycle from recruitment to performance management, reward and payroll, career path, workforce planning to exit management, Diversity Equity and Inclusion, and staff health and well-being. Furthermore, the HRO plans, organizes, and controls the HR activities of the assigned AoR and ensures PAC policies and processes are applied. </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">The AoR includes all HR and People and Management matters at the site level.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Reports to (role)</b></H2> </div><div><ul style="font-family:Arial;font-size:12.0pt"> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Head of Sub Delegation</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Accountabilities & functional responsibilities</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">Ensures that staff-management policies are applied correctly.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">Carries out administrative follow-up on HR-related issues (recruitment, daily workers management, etc.).</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">Is in charge of developing and implementing HR projects.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">Supports the internal and external recruitment process. </span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">Provides HR expertise to all levels of the organization.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">In charge of the HR Administration of the delegation Performance Management and Development (PMD)</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">In charge of the Day laborer/ Daily workers management framework and ensuring that it is implemented in line with the ICRC’s and the delegation’s policies</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">At any time, should keep the HR information confidential.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">Ensure the implementation of the HR management framework with respect of the ICRC’s principles, internal policies, and with local labor law.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">Knows and promotes HR policies, procedures, and tools. </span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">Advises staff and managers on any HR management issue.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">Is aware of the delegation objectives and activities.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">Represents the employer before local authorities (Labor office, Social Security, etc.)</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">Works closely with the HR team in the Delegation and reports any HR situation to the national HROs.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">Promote cultural, religious, and ethnic diversity, gender equality and fair treatment of ICRC staff.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">Is in charge or relaying the internal communication for staff, e.g., staff meetings, noticeboards, social events and databases of HR information.</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Desired profile and skills</b></H2> </div><div><ul style="font-family:Arial;font-size:12.0pt"> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Strongly motivated by humanitarian work</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Certifications / Education required</b></H2> </div><div><ul style="font-family:Arial;font-size:12.0pt"> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">University degree or professional diploma.</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Good command (written and spoken) of English.</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Computer literate, with excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Knowledge of ERP (preferably SAP) a strong advantage.</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Professional experience required</b></H2> </div><div><ul style="font-family:Arial;font-size:12.0pt"> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">2–3 years’ experience in HR or a similar field.</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Must be a current permanent resident of Damazin (local candidates only).</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What we offer</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">Rewarding work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">Competitive employment package with medical insurance.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">In-house training opportunities for personal development.</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Additional information</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">Type of role: National Staff</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">Working rate: 100%</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">Location: Damazin</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">Type of contract: Fix-term contract (Extendable)</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">Length of assignment: Six months(Extendable)</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">Application deadline: 30 July 2026</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">Desired starting date: September 2026</span></li> </ul></div></div></div>