Fresher Human Resource / Administration Officer US Non-profit Job Vacancies – Samaritan’s Purse
Job Title: Human Resource / Administration Officer
Organisation: Samaritan’s Purse
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About US:
Samaritan’s Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan’s Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God’s love through His Son, Jesus Christ. The organization serves the Church worldwide to promote the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.
Job Summary: The Human Resource (HR) / Administration Officer will provide HR and admin support to assist the day-to-day functioning and well being of the Samaritan’s Purse country office in Kampala.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain up-to-date personnel files and human resource records.
- Work with hiring managers to support the recruitment of new staff, including preparation of internal/external documents, interviewing, reference checks and contract preparation.
- Support monthly payroll processing, including generation of monthly pay slips.
- Serve as point person for issues pertaining to staff insurance and benefits.
- Ensure utility bills, phone bills and rents are paid on time.
- Maintain adequate stock of stationary, cleaning supplies and other general office supplies.
- Coordinate hosting of international visitors.
- Line manage Office Caretaker to ensure interior and exterior spaces are kept in good order.
- Work with service providers to ensure high standards of service delivery (e.g. security, phone).
- Maintain proper filing of all Admin related documents, reports and contacts.
- Conduct all activities in the most cost-effective and efficient manner, in line with Samaritan’s Purse, Government of Uganda and donor policies and best practices.
- Any other duties as assigned.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The ideal candidate must hold a Bachelor’s degree in HR Management, Administration, or other related discipline.
- At least two (2) years’ experience in similar role, preferably within the NGO sector.
- Full, clean, valid Ugandan driving license
- Proficient in Microsoft Office packages (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
- Proactive, resourceful and results-oriented; good problem solver and attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
- Commitment to excellence, integrity and stewardship of resources.
- Must agree with and uphold the values and objectives of the organization.
How to Apply:
All interested and qualified candidates please submit CV, cover letter and relevant copies of academic documents by email to ugandahr@samaritan.org or in hard copy to Samaritan’s Purse Uganda, Plot 126 Luthuli Avenue, Bugolobi. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.
Deadline: 4th February 2020 by 4.00 pm