HR Assistant
Quick answer
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is hiring an in-office HR Assistant in Kakuma to support field office recruitment, payroll, and personnel administration.
- Role
- HR Assistant
- Organization
- International Rescue Committee (IRC)
- Location
- Kakuma
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Human Resources
The role
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking an HR Assistant to support field office administrative tasks, including recruitment, contract management, and talent development. The role involves maintaining personnel files, managing payroll documentation, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies. The ideal candidate will assist in streamlining HR processes within a humanitarian context, utilizing HRIS systems like Workday. This position plays a vital role in fostering a safe, professional, and efficient work environment for staff operating in humanitarian crisis zones.
What you'll do
- Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including job postings and interview scheduling.
- Support payroll administration and employee benefit enrollment documentation.
- Maintain up-to-date physical and digital personnel files and recruitment trackers.
- Coordinate staff training requests and monitor performance management timelines.
- Facilitate the employee separation process and ensure timely insurance policy updates.
What it takes
- At least 2 years of experience working in a busy HR department.
- Degree or Diploma in Human Resource, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Strong proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and email applications.
- Excellent organizational and writing skills with a focus on attention to detail.
- Proven ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this role remote or in-office?
This position is based in Kakuma and is an in-office role supporting field HR operations.
What is the compensation for this position?
The compensation for this role is not specified in the job posting.
What are the core qualifications required?
Candidates must have at least two years of HR experience and a degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
How do I apply for this position?
The job description does not provide a specific application deadline or process; interested candidates should visit the IRC careers portal to submit their application.
How to apply
Apply directly on International Rescue Committee (IRC)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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