Jordan: Human Resources Manager

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Internews is seeking a Human Resources Manager for the USAID-funded media support and civil society initiative with the general goal of further strengthening independent media and civil society in Jordan. The Human Resources Manager will oversee all recruitment and HR functions in the Amman office and ensure local HR policies and practices are in line with local labor laws, Internews policies, and industry standards.

LOGISTICS

Internews has field offices in Jordan. Ultimately, this role will be based in Amman, Jordan.

Wherever possible, we work to try to find solutions for international hiring that work for both the company and the candidate. This means that some of the particulars around the offer for a role will be dependent on several factors, and that the benefits and salary structure that apply to a position will ultimately be based upon the candidate’s location and where the role is hired.

This position will be hired on a rolling basis and will remain open until hire.

OUR COMMITMENT TO FOSTERING A CULTURE OF BELONGING

We are an organization of dynamic, mission-driven individuals who are passionate about our core values and about supporting positive change in the world. We pride ourselves on our commitment to innovation and flexibility. We believe that diverse teams are strong teams and work to support an ethic of belonging, dignity, and justice for all people. Our current team includes a mix of genders, parents and non-parents, and people of multiple races, nationalities, ages, sexual orientations and socioeconomic backgrounds. We are an EEO employer and encourage candidates of all races, genders, ages, orientations, ethnicities, and national origins to apply, and welcome those with alternative backgrounds and experiences.

DAY-TO-DAY TASKS will include:

• Establish/ maintain local HR policies and procedures, including an employee handbook;
• Oversee all recruitment in the Amman office, including working with local advertising agencies and ensuring fair and equitable hiring practices are in place and followed;
• Maintain confidential local personnel records;
• Manage employee health benefits plans with local provider;
• Work closely with local legal counsel to ensure compliance with local labor law requirements;
• Ensure all newly hired staff are onboarded accordingly and fully understand all HR policies and best practices;
• Support staff to resolve conflicts and establish performance management plans when needed;
• Manage annual performance appraisal process;
• Conduct annual ethics policy review in accordance with Internews policy;
• Monitor and track leave and holiday allowances;
• In all duties, an understanding of and demonstrated commitment to upholding Internews’ Core Values.

QUALIFICATIONS WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or business administration or equivalent;
• 5-7 years of relevant experience in Human Resources;
• Practical knowledge of funders’ rules and regulations as they relate to human resources management;
• Demonstrated knowledge of Jordan labor law;
• Experience with USAID-funded projects is a plus;
• Proven analytical and problem-solving ability;
• Must be highly computer literate- Microsoft word and Excel required;
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal;
• Fluency in English and good command of Arabic required;
• Must have the right to work and live in Jordan.