Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) was founded in 1939 as the labour movement’s humanitarian solidarity organisation. Our vision is Solidarity in Action, and we aim to improve people’s living conditions and to create societies that are more just and more democratic. In Norway, we have around 17000 members, and in total 3000 employees working in 36 countries around the world. NPA’s core areas are International Development, Humanitarian Assistance, Humanitarian Mine Action and Disarmament, First Aid and Rescue Services and International Solidarity, Anti-Racism & Inclusion. In all our interventions, we continuously work to reduce our climate- and environmental impact.

Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) is an International Non-Governmental Organization involved in humanitarian, relief and long-term development cooperation in South Sudan. NPA has worked in South Sudan since 1986 and currently runs two main programmes: Civil Society Development and Humanitarian & Resilience Programmes.

NPA South Sudan wishes to recruit a highly competent, proactive and self-driven individual for the position of Human Resource and Administration Manager to be based in Juba. The contract duration for this position is definite with possibility of extension based on funding and satisfactory performance. The position is on national contract. The HR and Administration Manager is to oversee all aspects of an organization’s workforce, including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, employee benefits, performance management and employee relations.  The HR&A Manager is to have an active role in the development and management of the NPA’s South Sudan Programme as part of the Senior Management Team, together with the NPA South Sudan Country Director and the Finance Manager.

Roles/Responsibilities: 

• The HR&A Manager is the head of human resources and administration management and has the overall responsibility for the development and implementation of HR and administrative policies, procedures and systems in NPA South Sudan.
• Responsible for ensuring HR policy compliance with the South Sudan Labour Act and other relevant national legal laws and regulations, as well as alignment with NPA policies.
• Manages and builds capacity within the HR team, and remote management of HR and administration personnel in the field locations.
• Ensures NPA South Sudan attracts, retains, and develops qualified employees to achieve its strategic goals while adhering to legal compliance.
• The promotion of employee welfare and health initiatives.
• Builds and improves relationships with relevant government authorities and other local stakeholders on HR and administrative issues.

Required Qualification/Experience/Skill: 

• Master’s degree in HR management, business administration or a similar relevant management field.
• Minimum five years’ experience in Human Resources and Administration, and a minimum of 3 years of experience in management, having led teams in the field of HR management and administration in an international NGO / international organization with a multi-cultural environment.
• Solid knowledge of the South Sudan Labour Act, tax systems, etc.
• High level of organisational skills and good knowledge in developing systems, procedures and digital tools.
• Good writing skills and proficiency in English language. Arabic is an added advantage.

Working Relationship:

• Internal: All staff – support and programme.
• External: Stakeholder – Local authorities, partners, donors, etc.

What we offer:

• The opportunity to gain experience with HR and Administration in Norwegian People’s Aid.
• An exciting position where you can contribute to the development of NPA’s humanitarian work in an interesting and challenging work environment.
• The possibility to gain experience in implementing a global Human Capital Management system (HCM-system).
• A global HR network within the organization.
• Paid annual leave (including public holidays).
• Attend training/workshops.
• South Sudan Medical Insurance

As a person, you identify with our values: Unity, Solidarity and Human Dignity and the Strategic objectives of NPA.

This role requires the ability to inspire and build competence of staff and achieve results through others. It’s particularly important that you enjoy working in a multi-cultural environment and have the ability to work well under pressure.

About the recruitment process:

Please note that only applications submitted through our application portal, ReachMee, will be considered. Applications and resumes sent via email will not be reviewed. We kindly ask you to use the link provided in the job advertisement.

We work continuously for more diversity and inclusion throughout the organization. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

You will hear from us within two weeks after the application deadline.

We kindly ask you to carefully read NPA’s Code of Conduct, Safeguarding Policy, and Anti-Corruption Policy before you submit your application. If you are the selected candidate for this position, you will be asked to complete and sign a Safeguarding self-declaration as well as our Code of Conduct.

*Validity of the offer and contract depends on satisfactory medical certificate, full vaccination, and necessary permits for service and residency in the country of service. The offer and contract also depend on donor funding and might be subject to donor approval.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Please apply online as instructed on this website. Due to capacity reasons we are only able to process applications sent through our recruitment portal.