Emergency Response HR Manager Palestine Gaza

Job Description

What we are looking for:

An experienced Human Resources Manager to provide timely and quality support to the emergency response in Gaza. The position holder will oversee and manage all matters related to deployments, recruitments, and HR and admin related services relevant to the area office of Gaza in coordination with the country office and area office management teams.

What you will do:

• Coordinate with department heads to manage staffing levels, taking into consideration factors such as lack of access, security, teams’ exhaustion, etc. and ensure having a workforce staffing plan in place, aligned with available resources and funding, to respond to the changing context.
• Oversee and manage the recruitment process and provide support to hiring managers ensuring compliance with minimum standards and national laws, and in proportion to the needs of the emergency response.
• Ensure hiring managers are aware of the recruitment policy and minimum standards and provide guidance as needed and share regular updates.
• Coordinate with the area office and country office HR teams to manage and administer compensation and benefits responsibilities, including contracts management, payroll administration, and benefits allocation (including insurance, overtime, leaves, etc.).
• Follow up the on-boarding process for newly hired staff national and international and ensure they are enrolled in inductions providing them with the tools, information, security awareness, and contextual challenges, in coordination with relevant stakeholders and functions.
• Provide support to staff and line managers on employee relations management including organizational resilience, working environment, disciplinary measures, grievance management, and work-related incidents.
• Promote well-being and healthy work-life balance and all support services available, ensuring constant follow-up and reporting on effectiveness.
• Work in collaboration with the country office HR team on duty of care and mental health support for the area office team.
• Provide support to the salary scale review process for Gaza in line with NRC policies and procedures in direct coordination with the country office HR.
• Establish clear communication channels for disseminating information related to the emergency and keep employees informed about the situation, safety measures, and any changes in work arrangements.
• Ensure that HR emergency response plans and procedures function as intended and coordinate for adjustment with the country office management and always maintain updated records.
• Collaborate with the Health, Safety, and Security unit and other stakeholders on emergency preparedness plans such as relocation and evacuation.
• Develop strategies for post-crisis support and response and normalization of processes.
• Responsible for managing and tracking the emergency team rotation in and out of Gaza including facilitating all the required briefings/debriefs, effective management and follow up on Rest and Recuperation Leaves (R&R).
• Deputize the HR and Administration Manager of the country office during periods of absence as necessary.
• Contribute to implementation of Safe and Inclusive Programming Minimum Standards across the area of work.
  
  

Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management or a related field of study.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a senior HR position within humanitarian/recovery context
• Demonstrated experience working in complex and volatile contexts with an international humanitarian organization.
• Previous experience working in an emergency response situation and responding to increasing and changeable demands in crises
• Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile with documented results related to the position’s responsibilities.
• Fluency in English both written and verbal. Knowledge of Arabic is desirable.
  
  

What we offer:

• Duty station: Gaza, Palestine (non-family)
• Contract: 12 months (Renewal is subject to performance and funds availability)
• Salary/benefits: grade 9 on NRC’s salary scale, with accompanying terms and conditions
• NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability.
• We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.
  
  

Find out more about the benefits of working for NRC

Important information about the application process

• Internal candidates: To apply as an internal candidate, log in with your official email or click on Opportunity MarketPlace.
• When creating your profile, include your full name as given on your national identification card. Complete all the system-required fields for experience, employment history and education.
• Submit your application and CV in English, taking care to attach your latest CV.
• Applications that do not meet the minimum standards in terms of experience or qualifications will generally not be considered. Unsolicited applications not related to this specific job advertisement will not be considered.
• We receive many applications for each vacant position and so only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Recruitment will be done on a rolling basis. Kindly apply at the earliest opportunity.
• This position is open to candidates who have the legal right to work in Palestine. Due to legal restrictions in obtaining visas for some applicants please click on the link to confirm your eligibility before sending your application.
• If you have any questions about this role, please email mero.recruitment@nrc.no with the job title as the subject line.
  
  

Why NRC?

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. Our 15,000 staff work in crises across 40 countries, providing life-saving and long-term assistance to millions of people every year.

NRC currently has over 3,000 staff across the Middle East dedicated to assisting people affected by conflict in Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, Libya and Palestine. Its humanitarian interventions are based upon its programming expertise in the Core Competencies of Shelter, Education, WASH, Livelihoods and Food Security, and Information Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) to vulnerable displaced people that were forced to flee.

Watch this short video to see NRC in action.

We are looking for people who are passionate about helping refugees and people forced to flee. Are you one of those people? If you are, NRC offers you the opportunity to:

• do demanding and professional work, often in challenging contexts.
• join a work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility.
• be part of a welcoming and supportive community committed to human dignity.
  
  

Learn more about NRC's operations in Palestine here.

About Us

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee.

Join us in assisting millions of people in areas where others cannot, tackling some of the world's most dangerous and difficult crises. Bring your skills and dedication to an organisation recognised for providing high quality aid and for defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced people.

At NRC, we give responsibility to employees at all levels and foster professional growth and innovative teams. You can expect a supportive culture and an open dialogue with management. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Together, we save lives and rebuild futures.

Safeguarding is central to NRC’s work. We expect all employees to:

• treat everyone with respect and dignity
• contribute to building a safe environment for all
• never engage in any form of exploitation, harassment and specifically sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment (SEAH)
• always report. NRC has a zero-tolerance approach to inaction against exploitation, abuse and SEAH