Danish Refugee Council, one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, is currently looking for a highly qualified HR & Administration Officer.

About the Job

Overall purpose of the role is to be responsible for carrying out HR and administrative tasks as related to smooth operation of DRC.

This role has a country focus and ensures compliance to DRC procedures and guidelines within the country. The role contributes to the development of country strategies, which are translated into action plans and day-to-day tasks. The role provides support and/or technical guidance to country operations while overseeing area level activities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Human Resources

• Ensure the general HR standards & procedures defined in DRC Operations Handbook are applied and compliant at all times
• Support with all phases of recruitment
• Assist Senior Management Team in elaboration of individual development plans for employees reflecting DRC vision, values and long term strategic priorities
• Prepare and update briefing/induction packages for new staff and oversee/coordinate the induction process
• Assist with the Performance & Development Process
• Coordinate and develop a DRC training scheme for DRC employees with the help of the DRC Learning Catalogue
• Draft new and renewed contracts and other personnel-related issues with special attention to compensation and benefits
• Prepare, advice and oversee staff leaves and absences.
• Assist with the management of staff complaints through DRC established mechanisms and ensures DRC Code of Conduct is understood and abided at all times
• Focal point for the liaison with Health Insurance Company on all related issues & serve as the liaison with service providers on all staff health insurance issues.
• Support staff development activities including promoting the DRC Learning Catalogue.
• Keep the ERP-Dynamics System up-to date with the directions of HR Manager

 

Administration

• Assist the Team Leader / Area Manager in the management of administrative tasks
• Coordinate the organization of field visits for external visitors in terms of housing and transport
• Act as focal point for the administration of tenancy agreements & liaise with lessors
• Assist Area Manager/Country Director on the elaboration and roll out of Safety Manual
• Assist periodically program staff in needed visibility activities (ordering photos, brochures, working with designer, make sure logos and fonts are used according to DRC brand manual etc)
• Ensure than onboarding and exit procedures are made for all staff in coordination with Supply Chain and Safety Department.

 

About you

To be successful in this role, you must have a university degree in HR Management, Business Administration or equivalent professional qualification.

Moreover, we also expect the following:

Required qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience in similar field.
• Advanced English proficiency
• Fluency in local language: Turkish or Arabic

 

All DRC roles require the post-holder to master DRC’s core competencies:

Striving for excellence: Focusing on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process. 

Collaborating: Involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback.

Taking the lead: Taking ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation. 

Communicating: Listening and speaking effectively and honestly. 

Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

 

We offer

Contract length: 12 Months

Employment Band: H

Designation of Duty Station: Şanlıurfa Office

Start date: 15.07.2021

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Nationals.

Application process

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Closing date for applications: 28.06.2021

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.

 

DRC as an employer By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of around 8000 employees in 40 countries. We pride ourselves on our:

• Professionalism, impact & expertise

• Humanitarian approach & the work we do

• Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution

• Culture, values & strong leadership

• Fair compensation & continuous development

DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.

If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/about-us/job-and-career/support-for-job-seekers.