Emergency Human Resources Coordinator
Quick answer
Oxfam Canada is hiring a mid-senior Emergency Human Resources Coordinator for a field-based, 12-month contract in Europe and Switzerland, with a focus on strategic HR support and emergency response.
- Role
- Emergency Human Resources Coordinator
- Organization
- Oxfam Canada
- Location
- Field-based, Europe, Switzerland
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Human Resources
The role
The Emergency Human Resources Coordinator is responsible for supporting mission planning and execution, ensuring adequate HR capacity, and managing HR-related issues in emergency contexts.
What you'll do
- Act as a strategic partner to Operations by contributing to mission planning and execution
- Support the design of appropriate emergency organizational structures
- Ensure adequate HR capacity and sizing
- Define, adapt, and oversee the implementation of human resources policies
- Ensure MSF operates as a responsible employer
- Coordinate the urgent recruitment of HR required for the mission
What it takes
- Minimum of 2 years in HR management in the field with MSF
- Experience in Finance management is an advantage
- Ability to quickly evaluate an emergency on the ground and propose an adapted HR strategy
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong people management skills
- Strong coordination and organizational skills
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive support and guidance provided by dedicated technical referents, accommodation and travel arrangements covered by MSF
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is field-based in Europe and Switzerland.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include 2 years of field experience in HR management with MSF, strategic and interpersonal skills, and strong people management skills.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted through the job search page on the organization's website.
Is the job remote?
The job is field-based and not remote.
How to apply
Apply directly on Oxfam Canada's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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