Human Resources Manager - PERFORM

Project Summary: 

In May 2015, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) awarded a five-year performance management support contract – PERFORM to Management Systems International (MSI). Under PERFORM MSI provides monitoring support, evaluations, assessments, and learning support services to USAID. These services provide evidence-based data and information and high-quality analysis that USAID program managers use to target resources and inform project design and implementation to improve project results and achieve objectives.

**Please note: Only Pakistani citizens are eligible for this position**

Position Summary:

MSI is recruiting for a full time Human Resources Manager. S/he is expected to provide strategic HR input for effective planning and management. The Human Resources Manager will be responsible for managing all human resources functions for MSI's office/s in Pakistan. S/he will report directly to the Deputy Chief of Party and will work cooperatively with project employees and partner organizations to contribute to the success of PERFORM.

This is a full-time position based in Islamabad, Pakistan. It is expected to begin immediately and last through April 2020.

Responsibilities:

·         Play a key role in effective HR planning of all long term and short term positions under PERFORM project.

·         Follow the recruitment strategy with management and Home Office to execute an effective recruitment plan of all long-term and short-term staff project needs.

·         Plan and execute orientation and induction for all new staff on PERFORM policies and procedures.

·         Timely management of project staff performance systems.

·         Plan and oversee staff training and capacity development opportunities as needed.

·         Ensure full compliance with local labor laws and update project HR policies accordingly.

·         Advise Deputy Chief of Party on project HR issues and PERFORM policies in view of Pakistan labor and employment laws.

·         Annual review of HR policies and holding sessions on policy changes for all project staff.

·         Conduct periodic salary reviews and benefits schemes for local staff to attract and retain highly skilled staff.

·         Oversee and ensure satisfactory execution of all Short-Term Technical Assistance contracts (consultant agreements).

·         Monitor staff probationary periods and coordinate performance evaluations with respective line managers.

·         Work closely with MSI Home Office team on staff agreements and contract extensions.

·         Manage local employee benefits and ensure that all MSI employees have EOBI, and health & life insurance coverage.

·         Manage PERFORM staff timesheets reporting and submissions.

·         Advise managers on how to maintain healthy employee relations and positive work environments and provide staff the chance to discuss their work-related problems and concerns.

Qualifications:

·         Master’s degree in Human Resources with a minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience, preferably in a human resources management role.

·         Prior experience with USAID funded projects is strongly preferred.

·         Work experience with a diverse and multinational workforce.

·         Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of human resources best practices and Pakistan labor laws.

·         Highly motivated, energetic, independent, self-starter, with strong customer service orientation.

·         Highly organized with keen attention to detail and ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities.

·         Strong presentation and communications skills, oral and written.

·         Proficiency in computer applications including MS Office: Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

*Position will be filled on a rolling basis*

Candidates that have a real or potential conflict of interest in this monitoring will not be considered. MSI will require a written statement to this effect before formal engagement on this assignment. Conflict of interest in this context includes, but is not limited to: close and/or family relations with the individuals that are related to the project, financial interest in the implementing organization(s) or grantees, current or previous experience with the project being monitored or the USAID requesting office, etc.

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

MSI is an EEO/AA/ADA Veterans Employer.