Chargé national des Ressources humaines At Jesuit Refugee Service

The Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) is a Catholic non-governmental organization that provides services to refugees and forcibly displaced people in more than 50 countries around the world. JRS is a work of the Society of Jesus (the Jesuits). As stated in its Charter, JRS’s mission is to accompany, serve and defend the rights of refugees and displaced persons . This mission is rooted in the faith in God which is present at the heart of human history, even in its most tragic moments.

JRS collaborates with other humanitarian organizations and agencies with the aim of accompanying forcibly displaced people, providing them with quality services, and publicizing their situation in such a way that their rights and dignity are better respected. . JRS is open to collaboration with Jesuits, men and women religious and laity of all religious and philosophical convictions. Since its creation, JRS has been able to fulfill its mission thanks to the participation of volunteers and staff committed to the service of refugees and displaced persons. To learn more about our activities around the world, visit our website www.jrs.net **

JRS fulfills its mission as a personal presence to refugees; the service offered by JRS is always direct, pastoral in nature, and exposed to the sufferings of refugee life. This sometimes involves working in demanding physical conditions, with stress and limited means. By our presence, we try to support the hope of people who live in dangerous and difficult situations and who have every reason to despair.

To implement the objectives of the organization, JRS engages people who:

• are ready to share its mission and values,
• have the sensitivity to understand the cause of refugees,
• are personally committed to a spirit of service and the promotion of justice,
• are willing to offer their talents and skills in the service of refugees.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

The Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) is an international non-governmental organization whose mission is to accompany, serve and defend the rights of refugees and forcibly displaced persons. The organization was founded in November 1980 and has a presence in over 50 countries. JRS engages services at national and regional levels, with the support and guidance of an international office in Rome. The JRS style of service is human and spiritual, working in situations of greatest need, seeking the long-term welfare of refugees and displaced persons, without neglecting their immediate or urgent needs. JRS offers opportunities for a wide variety of personnel, local and international, while maintaining a realistic and localized salary/benefit scheme, insurance, etc **

PROPOSED TERMS

Duration : 1 year renewable depending on the performance of the recruit and the availability of funds.

Trial period : 3 months, renewable once.

Type of contract : Memorandum of Understanding for Volunteering and International Solidarity

Base : N’djamena.

Start of mission : As soon as possible

Remuneration :

Net salary: According to the JRS salary grid.

Associated advantages:

Housing :

· Housing allowance: 609.79 Euros per month;

· Paid leave scheme: 24 working days over the period;

· Rest and recovery (R&R): three (3) R&R of 5 working days over the year, for a total of 15 days. The right of enjoyment is obtained after each three (3) months of effective service with payment of the plane ticket for the trip N’djamena – country of origin of the recruit;

· Expenses borne by JRS: return transport from the place of recruitment to the place of assignment and visa expenses covered.

· International insurance: medical cover, 24/7 assistance, repatriation.

REFERENCES :

The job offer is conditional on the quality of the information collected from the references. The candidate is requested to give three names of references.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Main responsibilities:

Under the responsibility of the National Director, the National Human Resources Officer proposes and implements JRS human resources management policies.

General objective of the position:

Ensure efficient and effective management of local and expatriate JRS staff working in the JRS operation in Chad.

Expected results :

• the recruitment and dismissal policy

• salary policy

• internal and external communication

• work conditions

• Training

The main tasks related to the expected results

Recruitment and dismissal policy

• Carry out fair and efficient recruitment that promotes the hiring of the personnel best suited to the positions to be filled. (Publication of positions, selection of files, Insertion of the new employee);

• Organize and participate in interviews, and prepare summary reports on the results to facilitate the decision of a yes or no of a possible commitment to the trial;

• Check all CVs, cover letters, references, salary scales, contracts, including rentals, services, agreements, with a view to the interests of JRS;

• Support staff, including completion of ongoing quarterly, semi-annual, annual performance reviews;

• Determine future staffing needs with the projects concerned;

• Write or update documents intended for human resources (employment contract, internship contract, volunteer or partnership contract, job descriptions, evaluation mechanisms, code of conduct, etc.);

• Ensure the signing and termination of contracts;

• Establish and apply — in collaboration with the Project Managers — policies, standards and procedures for human resources management for the whole of JRS (hiring, training, salary scale, performance appraisals, dismissals, etc.);

• Set up and ensure the follow-up of the social policy of the staff (health insurance, subscription to the CNPS);

• Ensure the description of functions (executives and non-executives);

• Planning of leave for local staff (annual or sick) and ensuring the replacement/implementation of a leave binder.

salary policy

• Ensure the follow-up of the salary policy so that salaries are distributed fairly and equitably among employees;

• Propose and ensure the implementation of bonus systems, compensation for transport, accommodation, etc. .

Internal and external communication

• Be the focal point for all staff members and external partners;

• Represent JRS in certain negotiations at the request or delegation of the DN;

• Manage disputes between employees and between employer and employees within JRS;

• Plan and lead staff meetings;

• Create and maintain permanent contact with labor inspectors to ensure compliance of HR practices and decisions with Chadian legislation;

• Participate in the development of the JRS Chad plan, a strategic plan with its annual and half-yearly workplans and their corresponding budgets;

• Participate in the preparation of logistics and equipment for meetings, meetings, seminars and possible local or external missions.

Work conditions

• Determine the present and future needs of the staff and the various projects;

• Ensure the administrative management of projects;

• Supervise the operation of the activities of the entire department;

• Ensure compliance with office hours and organization, the application of labor legislation and health and safety rules;

• Research and ensure the good social climate of the staff;

• Determine staffing needs, in collaboration with the various project directors;

• Ensure and implement staff health and safety policies;

• Participate in technical business planning meetings with an overview of administrative, financial, material and human resource needs.

Formation

• Supervise training plans: Program monitoring, results, difficulties.

• Supervise the evaluation of personnel for their better functioning.

Qualifications and Experience

· Master’s degree in human resources or a similar field (organizational development, business administration, etc.) or have specific training;

· At least 3 years of professional experience in a humanitarian organization in a position of Country Human Resources Officer;

· Good organizational skills and ability to multi-task in addition to day-to-day activities; · Good analytical skills and good judgment; · Previous experience in multicultural environments. Languages· Perfect command of French (read, written and spoken) and English (read, written and spoken). Language levels will be tested in writing and speaking. · Knowledge of a local language in the country of intervention would be an asset. Leadership behaviors · Ability to positively influence others and reconcile differences; · Ability to work in international contexts and with various departments to implement HR policies; · Strong adaptability in managing multiple urgent and simultaneously and even urgent files; Core Values ​​· Commit to the mission and share the values ​​of JRS. Be able to transmit with enthusiasm the role of JRS in the accompaniment and service of displaced persons and defend their right to protection and to life in dignity; · Integrity, honesty and confidentiality; ability to handle situations, people and information with discretion; · Accept diversity as a core value. · Willingness to work in challenging environments; Travel · This position requires travel in the area. honesty and confidentiality; ability to handle situations, people and information with discretion; · Accept diversity as a core value. · Willingness to work in challenging environments; Travel · This position requires travel in the area. honesty and confidentiality; ability to handle situations, people and information with discretion; · Accept diversity as a core value. · Willingness to work in challenging environments; Travel · This position requires travel in the area.

Qualities :

· Adhere to the values ​​of JRS, respect the code of conduct and the Internal Regulations of JRS

· Strong leadership and analytical mind;

· Good oral and written communication.

· Ability to take initiative and bring innovative ideas.

· Sense of discretion and responsibility

· Ability to adapt to working conditions and tasks that may change with the reality on the ground.

· Ability to work in a pressured environment.