About our organization
The World Agroforestry Centre (also known as the
International Centre for Research in Agroforestry or ICRAF) is an independent
research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the complex
role trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods. As part of
the Centre’s work to bring tree-based solutions to bear on poverty and
environmental problems, researchers – working in close collaboration with
partners – are developing new technologies, tools and policy recommendations
for increased food security and ecosystem health.
The Centre’s headquarters are located in Nairobi,
Kenya, and research is conducted in 34 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin
America. We are supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural
Research (CGIAR) and receive funding from over 50 different donors.
To learn more about our organization, please
visit our website: www.worldagroforestry.org
About the position
In close
coordination with Southeast Asia (SEA) Management Services Leader, the Human
Resources (HR) Manager is responsible for managing the Human Resources (HR)
functions in Southeast Asia region. The incumbent provides supervision of the
human resources staff in accordance with the HR strategy and work plan, aligned
with organization strategy as well as the goals and strategic needs of the
region and country offices. In addition, the incumbent provides guidance
in human resources that promotes a gender balanced and multi disciplinary team
of professionals; assist the organization in development and implementation of
the best practices in Human Resources Management that are consistent with
ICRAF’s mission and values.
As head
of HR unit in the region, a large, complex regional programmes with 4
established country offices, an annual budget of approximately US$ 10 million
and a work force of over 120 staff members, the incumbent is responsible for
all HR management and support activities as follows:
1. Manage human resources unit in
Southeast Asia regional office, comprises of 4 countries: Indonesia, Vietnam,
Philippines and Thailand, both national and international staff, including
supervising and mentoring HR staff.
2. Take lead in staffing matters within in SEA
region by coordinating with country coordinators and supervisors on their
staffing issues and give recommendation to rationalize utilization of human
assets. Provide ongoing guidance, interpretation, technical support
and analysis to the management and HR planning process; recruitment;
remuneration policies and practices; employee relations; employee grievance and
disciplinary action; monitor and implement employee performance
evaluation such as providing guidance/counseling; rewards system in the region as it relates to budget
planning, organization design, and change management.
3. Responsible for implementing update human
resources information system and timely personnel administration; management of
contract; evaluate and interpret ICRAF global
policies and procedures; monitor
compliance of all HR systems and procedures.
4. Identify learning and
development opportunities and working closely with other units to analyse and
identify learning requirements; develop a learning and development strategy to
address staff training requirements; develop career advancement program,
especially for junior staff.
5. Maintain a close working
relationship with ICRAF Staff Association (ISA) representative in the region to
address staff welfare issues and develop strategic welfare program; collaborate with HR colleagues in other
region, other CGIAR centres, cooperate with partners, including Government and
NGOs to identify and explore the “best practices” in HR area; participate in
the inter-agency coordination, conferences and other forums to improve HR
planning, implementation, staff learning and development, recruitment, etc.
6. Assists
in monitoring and assessing the emergency preparedness plan including its
validity for the current crisis, i.e., the security situation and immediate
actions needed, the ability of the office to function, etc. Advises on
adapting the emergency preparedness and response plan as necessary.
For a detailed Job Description please visit http://worldagroforestry.org/about_us/careers
Requirements
- Minimum
Master Degree in Human Resources/Business
Administration/ Operations Management/Legal Studies.
- Having law background and certified
human resources management training are preferable.
-
At
least ten (10) years (for Master degree) of relevant working experience in
human resources management.
- Extensive
supervisory experience, with a minimum six (6) years’ experience in supervising
Human Resource Operation functions in a government/ multinational corporation/
international organization.
- Experience
in identifying training and professional/technical development needs of staff
and ability to conduct both formal and on the job training, and foster the
career development goals of staff.
Personal
Competencies
- Strong
team player and ability to work with diverse individuals and organizations.
- High-level
technical skills and knowledge in area of responsibility.
- Proven
ability for accuracy under pressure and adherence to deadlines.
- Possess
high degree of independence, objectivity and integrity in all aspects of
personal and work activities/relationships.
- Demonstrate
ability to develop and maintain sound working relationships with stakeholders.
- Demonstrate
commitment to collaborative work practices.
- Demonstrate
skills in planning and the development of policies and procedures.
- Demonstrate
ability to motivate staff and work effectively with people at all levels of the
organization.
- Demonstrate
sound oral and written communication skills and sound interpersonal skills,
including experience in cross-cultural environment and international settings.
- Excellent
command of English, written and spoken
- Having
interest in receiving feedback from others
-
Conceptualizes
and analyzes problems to identify key issues, underlying problems, and how they
relate
-
Generates
creative, practical approaches to overcome challenging situations
- Willingness
to travel frequently.
Terms of offer
The World Agroforestry Centre is an equal
opportunity employer and offers a collegial and gender-sensitive working
environment. We believe that staff diversity promotes excellence and strongly
encourage applications from qualified women. This is a national position and
will be for an initial period of two (2)
years, renewable subject to 3 (three) months probation period, assessment of performance, continued
relevance of the position and availability of resources.
How to apply
Applications for the position must include:
-
A cover letter
illustrating your suitability for the position against the listed requirements
and salary expectations
-
Detail
curriculum vitae, including names and addresses of three referees, including
telephone, fax numbers and email addresses.
All correspondence should be addressed to the
Human Resources Unit, World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) Southeast Asia Regional
Office via email: icrafsea-hr@cgiar.org and
should indicate “Application for SEA HR
Manager” on their application letters and email submissions.
Applications will be considered until February 15, 2014
or until a suitable candidate is identified and selected. Please note that only short-listed applicants
meeting the above requirements will be contacted.
