Human Resources and Administration Officer
Position:
Organization: The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
Not Specified
Job Requirements
Education:
BA Degree in Human Resources Management/Management or related fields
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in Human Resources
Experience from working as a Support Function Officer in a humanitarian/recovery context
Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
Fluence in English and Somali both written and speaking, good knowledge of Amharic is an asset.
Location: Afar
Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure adherence with NRC policies, tools, handbooks, and guidelines.
Implement delegated support function portfolio according to plan of action.
Prepare and develop status reports as required by management.
Ensure proper filing of documents.
Promote and share ideas for improvement of the support function.
Ensure compliance with NRC policies and the local labour law in all procedures and processes.
Be a focal point person in the recruitment, contracting, induction and placement activities in Dollo Ado and support field offices in recruitment when needed
Advice and support line manager in the recruitment and selection processes
Ensure that all new staffs have filled ID forms and make sure every staff has the organisation ID card.
Follow up the pension forms to be filled; have one copy for personal files; submit the forms to Pension Office; collect pension ID cards from this office; and give the ID card after getting signed by the respective staff
Maintain all administrative work at the area level and ensure all admin necessary items are properly keep/stored.
Participate in the recruitment process of Contingent Workers and prepare payroll
Ensure that Contingent workers records are up to date and file appropriately
Maintain full up to date records and archives of employee personnel files and other documents
Update tracking sheet for personal files and communicate the same with CO HR focal person
Create CV pool system for Dolo Ado area that can be used for emergency recruitment
Support on the day to day routine activities of HR/Admin at the different Dolo Ado refugees camps and all field area
Perform any assignment given by immediate supervisor
Skills & Competencies
Understanding of the relevant laws and statutory requirements.
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Wide knowledge of the NGO operations and the dynamics of the humanitarian sector
A strong administrative service orientation
Keen sense of compliance with policy and procedure
Good employer-employee contract negotiation skills
Personal conflict resolution and problem solving skills
Strong organizational and team working skills
Good cultural awareness and sensitivity
Basic employee counselling skills
Highly confidential
Good computer application skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, database and network communications.
Ability to manage many requests at once.
Ability to deliver quality work within deadlines
Behavioral competencies
Handling insecure environment
Planning and delivering results
Empowering and building trust
Communicating with impact and respect
How To Apply
Click here to apply – THIS LINK
Qualified and interested candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to submit their application letters, along with an updated curriculum vitae (CV) that includes a daytime telephone number and contact details for three work-related referees. Please attach photocopies of your most relevant educational certificates, testimonials, and work experience documents and copy of kebele ID. All applications must be submitted to NRC no later than 5:00 PM on 16 April 2026.
NB: only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
“Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply and on-the-job training will be provided!”
Job Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management, Management or in a related field of study with relevant work experience. How to Apply Click the apply button belowDeadline: Apr 17, 2026, 12:00 AM
Location: Dollo Ado
Amount: 1
