Job Description

Title: HR Officer

Company Name: Handicap International (humanity & Inclusion) in Bangladesh

Vacancy: 01

Job Location: Cox's Bazar (Teknaf)

Employment Status: Full-time, Contractual

Educational Requirements:
∎ At least a Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management.
∎ Preferably a Master's in Human Resource Management from any reputed university.
∎ Any HR-related training and/or certification/Post-Graduate Diploma will be considered as an added advantage.

Experience Requirements:
∎ At least 2 year(s)
∎ The applicants should have experience in the following area(s): General HR, HR Operations, HR Service, HRIS/ HR Database Management, Human Resource Management
∎ The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Development Agency, NGO

Job Context:
∎ HI has been working in Bangladesh since 1997, with a focus on creating sustainable changes in terms of ensuring the rights and inclusion of people with disabilities in society. HI is an independent and impartial aid organization working in situations of poverty, exclusion, conflict, and disaster throughout Bangladesh. With projects in different districts of the country, HI works not only with people with disabilities and other vulnerable populations, but also with their families, their communities, and local humanitarian actors to respond to their essential needs, improve their living conditions, promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights, and provide sustainability in its action. As one of the key organizations in the disability sector, HI has a wide range of projects which assist to promote the inclusion of persons with disabilities and their issues in emergency and development contexts, build capacities of local stakeholders, and reduce the impact of natural and human-made disasters. Particularly in Cox`s Bazar district, HI is providing services in rehabilitation, MH/PSS, SRH, protection and inclusive education with an inclusion mainstreaming approach to refugees and host population affected by the forcibly displaced undocumented Myanmar nationals. HI`s multi-sectoral mobile units (MU) and static approach are currently working in 15 camps located in both Teknaf and Ukhiya Upazilas and surrounding host areas providing comprehensive services in physical rehabilitation, primary health care, protection, and MH/PSS.
∎ HI is currently implementing development and humanitarian response project in Kurigram, Sitakindu, and Cox`s Bazar district through 4 project offices (Kurigram, Sitakundu, Ukhiya, and Teknaf) and 2 coordination offices( Dhaka and Cox Bazar).
∎ Operational Thematic: Livelihood, Health and Rehabilitation, Protection, Inclusion, Education and Atlas Logistic
∎ Number of staffs: Around 283 National staff and 9 international staff
∎ HI is currently looking for an HR Officer for its HR department. The HR Officer will provide support to the human resources management process and also ensures the effective and efficient implementation of the programme’s HR strategy in compliance with both legal frameworks and the internal frameworks defined by the organization at the base level.
∎ Job Location: Teknaf under Cox`s Bazar district.
∎ Line Manager: Country HR Manager
∎ Type of Contract: Fixed-term
∎ Duration of the Contract: From as early as possible to 31 August 2022 with the possibility of an extension.

Job Responsibilities:
∎ Responsibilities 1: Participate in the definition and implementation of the programme’s HR processes.
∎ Support on recruitment and selection process of different recruitment within HI Bangladesh by ensuring application of HR standards and procedures during the process.
∎ Schedule and organize interviews in cooperation with the respective department and Senior HR Officer-Recruitment.
∎ Preparing new employee files by ensuring all necessary documents are included’
∎ Entry New Staff Data in HI BGD HRIS.
∎ Organize induction and other training when necessary.
∎ File and archive staff personnel documents.
∎ Ensure on implementation of HI-BGD volunteer management procedures and policies.
∎ Update Staff and volunteer Information Database.
∎ Responsibilities 2: Assist the national human resources management.
∎ Employee attendance management as per HI policy.
∎ Assisting in the implementation of Human Resources Policies and Procedures at the field level.
∎ Explaining and providing information on employee benefits, programs to the staff
∎ Answering employee questions and addressing employee concerns and provide information to staff as to where to go for help or ask questions. If required discuss with the line manager prioritizing according to the needs and risks.
∎ Closely work with the supervisor to ensure that HR policies are applied and followed correctly, monitor and regular reporting regarding the proper implementation of Values, Code of Conduct, Code of Ethics, rules & regulations, Bangladesh labor laws, and applicable policies.
∎ Promote equality and diversity as part of the culture of the organization.
∎ Be proactive in identifying issues, themes, and patterns affecting the workforce including sexual harassment and abuse of authority.
∎ Assisting Senior HR Officers in Dhaka and Ukhiya in general HR operational process & activities i.e., joining formalities, induction, staff separation formalities, release letters, employment certificates, final settlement, ID cards, RRRC Id Cards, visiting cards, etc.
∎ Plan and sometimes deliver training if required.
∎ Support with staff leaves administration and timesheet management at field level in HRIS.
∎ Support the Country HR Manager with staff contract management by monitoring employee contract’s expiry dates and renewal at field level in HRIS.
∎ Overseeing the completion of compensation and benefit documentation such as banking details, medical application, etc.
∎ Support and follow-up for on-time performance appraisal to make it effective.
∎ Providing support in learning and development activities/processes i.e., training program, awareness sessions, etc.
∎ Regularly visiting the field working areas to ensure the implementation of proper HR interventions.
∎ This job description remains flexible and may evolve according to the programme’s needs and to respond to additional tasks or changes as identified by the line manager.

Additional Requirements:
∎ Age 25 to 60 years
∎ At least 02 years experience working with human resource department in reputed development organization in a similar role.
∎ Excellent interpersonal & communication skills.
∎ Sound knowledge in Bangladesh Labor Law and different applicable laws laid out by Bangladesh Govt.
∎ Shows understanding and sensitivity regarding Safeguarding Policies i.e., Child protection, PSEA & Gender, etc.
∎ Very good command of MS Office and Bangla typing skills is mandatory.
∎ Excellent oral & written communication skills, in both Bangla & English.
∎ Basic understanding of general HR management, knowledge of office management, documentation, and filing.
∎ And a Fair understanding of the recruitment process and procedures.
∎ Excellent analytical and numerical skills.
∎ Ability to prioritize, strong organizational skills.
∎ Autonomy and ability to work as part of a team.
∎ The real motivation for working in the humanitarian sector.
∎ Computer Skills: MS Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint.
∎ Communication Skills: Excellent communications skills both in Bangla and English
∎ Knowledge about HR Software.
∎ Person with disability are encouraged to apply

Salary:
∎ Tk. 55654 - 62332 (Monthly)
∎ Hardship Allowance will be added in addition to working in Cox`s Bazar District.

Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ Mobile bill, Tour allowance, Medical allowance, Provident fund, Weekly 2 holidays, Insurance, Gratuity
∎ Festival Bonus: 2

Job Source: Bdjobs.com Online Job Posting.

Application Deadline: 15 Aug 2021

Company Information:
∎ 6 Aug 2021
∎ Handicap International (humanity & Inclusion) in Bangladesh
∎ Address : House 3/A, Road 36, Gulshan-2, Dhaka-1212, Bangladesh
∎ Web : https://hi.org/en/index
∎ Business : Business: Handicap International (HI) is an international aid organization specialized in the field of disability. Non-governmental, non-religious, non-political and non-profit making, it works alongside persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups, whatever the context, offering them assistance and supporting them in their efforts to become self-reliant. Since its creation, the organisation has set up programmes in approximately 60 countries and intervened in many emergency situations. It operates as a federation made up of a network of eight associations (Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, Luxembourg, Switzerland, United Kingdom, USA) which provide human and financial resources, manage projects and raise awareness of Handicap International`s actions and campaigns.

HI has been working in Bangladesh since 1997, with a focus on creating sustainable changes in terms of ensuring rights and inclusion of persons with disabilities in society. HI promotes an inclusive approach by focusing on access to services for all whenever possible rather than developing specific actions for persons with disabilities. HI works not only with persons with disabilities but also with their families, their communities, and the society. The main office is based in Dhaka, and presently there are 3 site offices in Sitakundo, Kurigram and in Cox’sbazar.

Presently HI Bangladesh is implementing projects on integrating disability in community based disaster risk reduction and response; economic empowerment of extreme poor persons with disabilities; mainstreaming disability in livelihood interventions; support to refugees and surrounding communities;, capacity building of professional associations; and support to Disabled People`s Organizations; among others.”

Category: HR/Org. Development

: Interested candidates meeting the above requirements should apply with the latest CV with 3 References (Current & Previous Supervisor only) including Head of HR of the current employer to BDjobs.com by Sunday, 15 August 2021. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.Handicap International-Humanity & Inclusion is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply and they will be preferred in case of equal qualifications with other candidates.HI promotes and upholds the principles of equal opportunities and policies (PSEAH, Child Protection, etc.). HI has a zero-tolerance approach to any harm to, or exploitation of, a vulnerable adult or a child by any of our staff, representatives, or partners. Recruitment to all jobs in HI includes, in particular, criminal record checks and the collection of relevant references. Safeguarding our beneficiaries is our top priority in everything we do.HI is committed to a workplace that is safe for all people to grow professionally regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, or race. HI extends this commitment to equality and Do No Harm to all staff, volunteers, partners, and beneficiaries. A strong commitment to these values, the humanitarian principles with a focus on equity and inclusion. A competitive candidate will uphold and implement these values in their personal and professional lives.Any sort of persuasion by the person, phone, email, or other means in this regard will automatically disqualify the candidate. The selected employee should clearly understand that all final offers of employment are contingent upon the successful reference check, the pre-employment screening will be performed for all selected applicants.