Reference number: 2025004
Job status: In-progress
Job category: Local Position
Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya
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CIFOR-ICRAF
The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) and World Agroforestry (ICRAF) envision a more equitable world where trees in all landscapes, from drylands to the humid tropics, enhance the environment and well-being for all. CIFOR and ICRAF are non-profit science institutions that build and apply evidence to today’s most pressing challenges, including energy insecurity and the climate and biodiversity crises. Over a combined total of 65 years, we have built vast knowledge on forests and trees outside of forests in agricultural landscapes (agroforestry). Using a multidisciplinary approach, we seek to improve lives and to protect and restore ecosystems. Our work focuses on innovative research, partnering for impact, and engaging with stakeholders on policies and practices to benefit people and the planet. Founded in 1993 and 1978, CIFOR and ICRAF are members of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food secure future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources.
CIFOR-ICRAF is looking for a
Regional Human Resources Manager- Africa CIMMYT
Overview
• The Regional HR Manager will play a critical role in strengthening operational efficiency across country offices within the region for Human Resources. This position ensures that country offices are aligned with organizational goals, adhere to policies, and operate effectively within their strategic mandates. The role involves regular monitoring, capacity building, and strategic advisory to enhance overall performance and accountability. • This position will support the Regional Director and Management by providing strategic leadership, aligning country/ regional activities with institutional goals, facilitating coordination between HQ and country/regional offices, and making localized decisions to address specific challenges and opportunities. Oversight, monitoring/ assurance and compliance are essential aspects of this function. • Collaborate closely with other Regional Managers and focal points of the Operations Chapter to ensure the seamless adaptation and implementation of policies, procedures, and new system architecture (e.g., ERP and contract systems), focusing on process improvement while maintaining business continuity during the transition. Objectives of the Position • Align country offices with organizational strategic objectives, policies, and compliance frameworks. • Support effective and transparent management practices within country offices. • Foster collaboration and identify support needs between country offices and HQ teams. • Assist in identifying and mitigating risks, while enhancing internal controls to ensure operational resilience and sustainability. • Manage employee labor relations, including conflict resolution and disciplinary actions. • Develop and implement annual training plans in line with the 2030 strategy. • Oversee HR initiatives, including OHS Programs and environmental well-being efforts
Duties and responsibilities
1. Strategic Support and Alignment
- Conduct regular assessments of country
office operations to ensure alignment with strategic objectives and regional
priorities.
- Review and provide insights on the
impact of country office activities and initiatives.
- Coordinate strategic planning and
execution between country offices and HQ.
2. Governance and Compliance
- Ensure adherence to organizational
policies, DOA, and compliance standards.
- Conduct reviews and spot checks to
ensure compliance, recommending corrective actions for HR processes and
activities.
- Collaborate with Legal and other
departments to review compliance and address irregularities.
- Monitor ongoing compliance through
regular reporting and data analysis.
3. Operational Effectiveness
- Monitor operational performance,
identifying inefficiencies in key HR processes at the regional level. Implement
process improvements and training initiatives.
- Ensure effective resource utilization
and alignment with cost management strategies (structure, staffing, and work
allocation).
- Work with the regional Director and
Country Offices, to include HR management, training, support, well-being, and
other relevant aspects in operational plans and budgets.
- Contribute for HR to the opening or
closing of country Offices in the Region.
4. Workforce and Talent Development
- Evaluate and promote/ support
leadership and management practices to enhance team engagement and morale.
- Support talent development
initiatives, focusing on building local/ regional capacity.
- Work with relevant areas to address
workforce gaps and strengthen team cohesion.
- Develop and implement annual training
plans with program leads/managers and HQ.
5. Risk Management and Compliance in HR
processes
- Ensure compliance with institutional
policies and procedures (e.g., DoA for contracts).
- Identify significant risks regarding
staff relations/ management and coordinate actions to mitigate them.
- Implement best practices in staff
relations/ management across country/ regional offices.
6. Stakeholder Engagement and
Representation
- Strengthen partnerships with external
recruitment companies and networks to boost the organization’s reputation and
enhance talent attraction and retention.
- Act as a representative of the
Regional/HQ team in country offices, ensuring effective communication and
coordination.
7. Environmental, Health and Safety Management
- Oversee the implementation of
Environmental, Health and Safety Programs.
- Collaborate with OHS specialists to
train staff in health, safety, and emergency procedures.
- Collaborate with HR HQ to develop and
implement environmental, health and safety strategies and well-being
initiatives that address country and regional needs and priorities.
8. Compensation and Benefits Management
- Develop and implement a global
compensation and benefits strategy, including salary evaluation, job grading,
and compliance with local regulations.
9. Internationally Recruited Staff
Management
- Coordinate on and off boarding of IRS
with Programs, Country Offices and HQ HR. Provide adequate level of
administrative support to IRS and dependents.
10. Audit and Compliance Support
- Support all audit efforts on HR
matters for staff and projects in all country offices.
- Ensure compliance with labor laws and
update HR policies and procedures accordingly.
11. Tools and Systems Management
- Collaborate with HR HQ to develop,
implement, and manage internal tools and systems for HR reporting, and data
analysis as well as staff management at the country/ regional level.
12. Monitoring and Oversight
- Conduct ongoing monitoring and
oversight of country office operations, ensuring they meet HQ standards.
- Provide regular updates to HQ on the
status of country offices, including KPI’s.
- Coordinate with HQ to address issues
identified during monitoring activities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s
degree in human resources management, Business Administration, or a related
field.
- At least 8-10 years of
progressive HR experience, including regional or multi-country management.
- Experience in human resources
governance, compliance, and strategy alignment.
Education, knowledge and experience
•Bachelor’s or master’s degree in human resources management, Business Administration, or a related field.
•At least 8-10 years of progressive HR experience, including regional or multi-country management.
•Experience in human resources governance, compliance, and strategy alignment.
Terms and conditions
•This is a Locally Recruited Staff (LRS) position and on competitive remuneration in local currency, commensurate with skills and experience.
•The appointment will be for two (2) years, including a six-month probationary period, with the possibility of extension contingent on performance, continued relevance of the position and available resources.
•The duty station will be in Nairobi, Kenya.
Application process
The application deadline is 04 Feb 2025
We will acknowledge all applications, but will contact only short-listed candidates.
