Human Resources Manager – USAID Egypt TRADE 184 views

Human Resources Manger

Project
Overview and Role:
Palladium
was awarded the USAID/Trade Reform and Development in Egypt (TRADE) Activity
contract, which has a 5-year timeframe and a ceiling of $36.3 million. The
Project will be active throughout Egypt.   The goal of the TRADE
Activity is to increase Egypt’s international trade by increasing exports from
SMEs, and in particular New and Expanding Export-Ready Enterprises
(NEEREs).  This will be achieved by addressing the constraints that impede
the competitiveness of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs).

The HR Manager will organize the recruitment of project staff, administer leave
and benefits, and address staff issues. They will be responsible for ensuring
compliance with USAID regulations, Palladium policy, and Egyptian
labor laws.

Primary Duties and
Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the employment process, compensation, health insurance, and employee relations matters. 
  
• Oversee the recruitment and hiring process of new employees.
  
• Participate in candidates’ interviews, selecting and orienting employees.
  
• Ensure all new employees are familiar with the company’s HR policies/procedures.
  
• Help to create a culture of shared responsibility for HR best practices across the project.
  
• Address complaints and resolve them by implementing innovative solutions.
  
• Lead and oversee the annual performance review process.
  
• Develop staff onboarding and training plans, oversee administration of staff induction.
  
• Design interesting onboarding sessions and processes for new recruits.
  
• Ensure the proper administration of benefits programs such as medical. insurance, vacation, sick leave, leave of absence, and other related benefits. 
  
• Stay up to date with legal requirements and update HR policies as needed.
  
• Maintain the USAID Trade project policies that will encourage a healthy work environment.
  
• Supervise the HR Assistant and ensure the goals set are met.
  
• Conduct other related duties as assigned.
  

Required
Qualifications:

• Minimum 5-10 years of relevant experience. with international organizations, USAID preferred.
  
• 5 years of experience with Bachelor’s or equivalent degree in HR, Business Administration or other related field.  
  
• Knowledge of Egyptian HR laws and USAID regulations.
  
• Excellent active listening and negotiation skills. 
  
• Proficient in MS Office software (Word, Excel, Power Point).  
  
• Proficient in English (reading, writing, speaking) and fluent in Arabic.
  
• This position is only available to Egyptian citizens
  

Company
Overview:
About
Palladium –
Palladium is a global leader in the design, development and delivery of
Positive Impact – the intentional creation of enduring social and economic
value.  We work with governments, businesses, and investors to solve the
world’s most pressing challenges. With a team of more than 3,000 employees
operating in 90 plus countries and a global network of over 35,000 experts, we
help improve economies, societies and, most importantly, people’s lives. 

Diversity,
Equity & Inclusion – We welcome applications from all sections of
society and actively encourage diversity to drive innovation, creativity,
success and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve
diversity in our workforce; and that all job applicants and employees receive
equal and fair treatment regardless of their background or personal
characteristics. These include: (but are not limited to) socio-economic
background, age, race, gender identity, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation,
disability, nationality, veteran, marital or Indigenous status. Should you require any adjustments or accommodations to be made due to a
disability or you are a neurodivergent individual or any other circumstance,
please email our team at accessibility@thepalladiumgroup.com

Safeguarding – We define
Safeguarding as “the preventative action taken by Palladium to protect our
people, clients and the communities we work with from harm”. We are committed
to ensuring that all children and adults who come into contact with Palladium
are treated with respect and are free from abuse.  All successful
candidates will be subject to an enhanced selection process including
safeguarding-focused interviews and a rigorous due diligence process.