Senior Human Resources Officer

Baytna was launched in 2013 as a networking, training, and grant-making facility for Syrian civil society organizations, offering support to CSOs based inside Syria and the neighbouring countries.

Baytna is seeking to recruit a Senior Human Resources Officer (HRO) to develop & lead the HR functions at Baytna

Contract Type and Length: Long term employment

Candidate starting Date: ASAP

Job Location: Online

Job Ref: BSHR.V01.22

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Maintains and continuously improves the HR system within the organization and ensures compliance with values, goals and operational standards
Continuously reviews and adapts HR policies and procedures and ensures proper implementation
Maintains full employee records and manages vacation roster
Leads conflict resolution within the organization and maintains records of all complaints
Develops tools and templates for employee appraisals, training needs and vacation tracking
Develop and maintain up-to-date job descriptions of all positions
Develop key performance indicators and contribute to performance evaluations for all employees.
Leads the recruitment function in identification of suitable candidates for open positions and assigning appropriate pay grade
Leads employee development plans and provides recommendations to senior management
Leads the organization's well-being plans and functions
Ensures an amicable and professional work atmosphere is maintained at all times
Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

At least a Bachelor’s degree in business management / human resources or any other relevant field of study. An MBA is a plus.
At least 5 years of professional work experience in human resources with at least 2 years in a managerial position
Ability to work in a team and to sometimes tight deadlines in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment
Very good mastering of English and Arabic (both verbal and written). French is a plus.
Excellent knowledge of and expertise in HR theory
Ability to communicate with people outside the organisation, representing the organisation to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail
Ability to create new ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including creative contributions
Proficient in use of computer applications related to the tasks
Experience of working with local NGOs, INGOs and government bodies would be an advantage

How to apply

Please send your CV via-email to jobs@baytna.org by 31 December 2022 and include the Vacancy Reference number in the subject line. No telephone inquiries, please. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Baytna is an equal opportunity employer.