Action Against Hunger-USA is part of the Action Against Hunger International network, which provides humanitarian relief in over 40 countries worldwide in the sectors of nutrition, health, water/sanitation, and food security. Action Against Hunger-USA, an independent NGO, currently manages operations in eight countries: Kenya, South Sudan, Ethiopia, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Haiti and Somalia. Action Against Hunger-USA has approximately 1,700 staff based in various country offices and the headquarters in New York City and the Horn and East Africa Regional Office (HEARO) in Nairobi. Additional growth is anticipated. Summary of position To deliver and implement the Human Resource Strategy in line with the country programs. Design and align human resource policies and procedures and lead in the management and administration of employee welfare, employee relations according to Tanzania labor laws and in line with Action Against Hunger mandate and policies. Purpose: Position Action Against Hunger Tanzania country office as an employer of choice and provide a compelling employee value proposition in line with Action Against Hunger Tanzania country strategy, core values and mandate. Develop and align HR services according to the Tanzania labor laws and in line with Action Against Hunger mandate, core values and charter of principles. Engagement: Secure collaboration and agreement between staff and management on a range of human resources services to promote and address the needs of staff and management in line with Action Against Hunger policies and procedures. Build an effective network with the government, HR service providers, and other organizational counterparts to sustain relationships and promote good HR practices to improve and deliver HR services within Action Against Hunger Tanzania office. Delivery: Deliver strategic HR goals, projects and effectively implement them across multiple human resource functions and develop the capacity of staff to implement quality programmes which meet the needs of our beneficiaries, donors and other key stakeholders. Provide practical and timely support, advice, and direction to staff and management on a range of HR, administrative and programmes activities in the country office. Core Responsibilities Lead and provide strategic direction as outlined in the human resource management strategy and contribute to all processes that lead to enhanced organizational development and leadership in Tanzania country office. Devise and implement recruitment strategies and guidelines for Action Against Hunger to attract, develop and retain talent in line with the country strategy. Develop, review and align human resource policies, procedures and guidelines in line with Tanzania labor laws and enforce compliance of staff and management on organizational polices and Action Against Hunger Tanzania core values. Champion a strong performance management culture and continuously review performance management systems ensuring adherence to Action Against Hunger performance management frameworks and guidelines. Implement and review Action Against Hunger compensation and benefit frameworks ensuring that pay and benefit administration is implemented in line with Action Against Hunger policies and procedures and aligned to the Tanzania Labor laws. Develop and monitor HR budgets and staff costs ensuring that all expenses are made in line with Action Against Hunger policies and procedures Identify and analyze issues affecting consistent delivery of HR services and functions and recommend remedial solutions to management and staff. Build and maintain relationships with government agencies/ministries/departments and other key stakeholders to create a network of collaborations to positively support HR services in line with government requirements and Action Against Hunger programmes. Represent Action Against Huger in HR related networks and participate in engagements for mutual HR support, learning, collaboration and support. Lead the process of onboarding and deboarding of staff ensuring that all onboarding arrangements are implemented in line with Action Against Hunger guidelines. Develop and implement staff training and development plans for the country office and lead in capacity development initiatives and programmes for all staff and the HR team. Gender Equality Commitments Foster an environment that supports values of women and men, and equal access to information. Provide a work environment where women and men must be evaluated and promoted based on their skills and performance. Respect beneficiaries’ women, men, children (boys and girls) regardless of gender, sex orientation, disability, religion, race, color, ancestry, national origin, age, or marital status. Value and respect all cultures. Fiscal Responsibility The position will hold a budget of staff related costs, managing payroll and benefits for staff. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit for long periods and to concentrate on work, including typing, and turn out heavy volumes of work accurately, within short time frames under stressful situations in the context of a moderately noisy office with many interruptions. Must be able to proofread own work accurately so that only minor corrections are needed on an infrequent basis. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working Conditions, Travel and Environment The duties of the job require regular job attendance of at least five days per week. Must be available to work outside normal office hours or at the weekends as required. Must be able to travel as required for standard domestic and international business purposes. While performing the duties of this job in the field, the employee may be exposed to precarious settings under high security risks and/or very basic living conditions and outside weather conditions, as well as to infectious diseases. Required Qualifications and Professional Experience Degree in Human Resource Management or Organizational Psychology from a recognized institute. Seven years’ experience in implementing HR interventions in an International NGO, three of which should be in a senior HR Management role. Membership to a Human Resources professional body Required Skills & Competencies Able to work effectively in a multi-sectoral organization requiring strong communication, planning & organization skills. Proven ability to lead and motivate staff and create opportunities for their development. Strong interpersonal skills with ability to initiate good team understanding and people management Strong knowledge of recruitment, payroll & benefits management, training & development. Good understanding of national labor law and employment norms and practices in the country. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience communicating in different cultural work environments & with a wide diversity of culture Approachable, diplomatic, respecting confidentiality, and able to work effectively in a diverse environment. Highly organized, detail-oriented and able to work under pressure. Disciplined, self-motivated and able to set and meet deadlines, work autonomously and arrive at decisions and conclusions with minimal guidance, and within timeline Capacity to analyze HR related information and reporting large amounts of information Good practical knowledge of commonly used computer software (word, outlook, excel, power point). How to apply To Apply follow the link below: https://apply.workable.com/action-against-hunger/j/9D8D99A797/