Senior Human Resources Assistant Opportunity 2025 With UNHCR: Apply Now!

Senior Human Resources Assistant Opportunity 2025

Applications are now open for a senior human resources at UNHCR. Are you passionate about making a difference in humanitarian work while contributing to global administrative excellence? The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is seeking a qualified Senior Human Resources Assistant to join its team in Adjumani/Pakelle, Uganda. This role provides an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, directly supporting recruitment, personnel administration, and staff welfare in one of the world’s most impactful humanitarian organizations.

The Senior Human Resources Assistant will work under the supervision of the Administrative or Human Resources Officer. The position entails handling recruitment processes, staff appointments, and performance management for the assigned area of responsibility. This critical role also involves guiding employees on their rights, benefits, and obligations while ensuring adherence to UNHCR policies, procedures, and ethical standard

UNHCR staff members are committed to fostering a work environment built on professionalism, integrity, and respect for diversity. As a Senior Human Resources Assistant, you will contribute to the organization’s goals while helping to build an inclusive, productive workplace.

Duties and Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the Senior Human Resources Assistant include:

Assisting with recruitment, assignment, reassignment, and separation of local staff, including preparation of interview panel documents.
Managing contracts, entitlements, and benefits for local staff in accordance with UNHCR’s administrative procedures and Staff Rules.

Maintaining and updating personnel information in the MSRP/HR module or other designated systems.
Advising staff on their rights, obligations, entitlements, and benefits, ensuring clarity on UN/UNHCR staff rules and regulations.
Supporting newly arrived international staff with accreditations, travel arrangements, hotel bookings, and logistics for shipping personal effects.

Administering medical insurance plans for locally recruited staff and coordinating medical or security evacuations when needed.
Keeping accurate records of attendance, overtime, leave, and other personnel-related information.
Preparing routine correspondence and calculations for payments related to personnel issues, including travel claims, medical reimbursements, and overtime.

Managing risks within the functional area and escalating concerns as necessary.
Performing other related duties as required.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Education and Experience

Minimum Education Requirements:
- High School Diploma with at least two years of relevant experience, OR
- Bachelor’s degree or higher with at least one year of relevant work experience.

Fields of Study: Not specified, but administrative or secretarial expertise is advantageous.

2. Essential Skills and Experience

Strong understanding of UNHCR’s administrative procedures and processes.

Prior experience in HR or support services within an international organization.

3. Desirable Skills and Experience

Fieldwork experience with UNHCR or other humanitarian organizations.

High proficiency in IT systems, particularly PeopleSoft/MSRP or similar ERP platforms.

4. Functional Skills

Computer literacy.

Resource planning and ERP financial management.
Knowledge of UN/UNHCR rules, regulations, and procedures.

5. Language Requirements

Proficiency in English is required.
Knowledge of additional UN languages or the local language of the duty station is advantageous.

Benefits of the Role

By joining UNHCR as a Senior Human Resources Assistant, you will:

Gain valuable experience in HR and administrative support in a global context.
Work in a culturally diverse, inclusive, and dynamic environment.
Contribute to one of the world’s leading humanitarian organizations.

This role provides a rare opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a global humanitarian organization while living and working in Uganda. You will directly contribute to enhancing the welfare and performance of staff in a dynamic, impactful setting. The position is based in Adjumani/Pakelle, Uganda. Details regarding occupational safety, living conditions, and the specific operational context will be provided during the recruitment process.

Workplace Conduct and Ethical Standards

UNHCR staff are expected to contribute to a safe and empowering workplace free from harassment, discrimination, and abuse. Staff members must promote respect for diversity, equality, and the organization’s core values while adhering to UNHCR’s accountability frameworks.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should prepare the following:

Updated CV highlighting relevant qualifications and experience.
Certificates and licenses related to administrative or secretarial skills.

Shortlisted candidates will undergo a written test and/or interview. Recruitment is contingent on proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Take the next step in your career by applying to this rewarding opportunity. Transform lives while advancing your professional journey with UNHCR. Click the link below to apply.

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