VSO is a
development organisation that has been working through volunteers to fight
poverty for more than 50 years. We are the leading organisation in the field,
working in 34 countries.
The Job
We’re looking
for a dynamic and influential person to lead the country office operations and
human resources function, ensuring good people management practice, an
efficient customer care service and adherence to global and local policies and
procedures.
The head of HR and
operations will support the country director and senior management
team by implementing the people plan, helping ensure that we attract and retain
high calibre employees and volunteers, managed, engaged and supported in line
with VSO policy to maximize their potential, and deliver on their role.
You
You will have a
solid background in administration and human resources management as well as
leadership experience gained in a development context.
You will be
adept at coordination and negotiation at a strategic level.
To apply, please
submit your CV and cover letter to vsouganda@vsoint.org
Please quote the
job title in the subject line.
The cover letter
should detail the reasons you believe you are suitable for the role and outline
your current salary, benefits package and your salary expectations.
Please include
telephone and email contact and details of two referees (one of whom should be
your current or most recent employer). CVs sent without the cover letter will
not be considered.
VSO is an equal
opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.
Due to
anticipated interest in this post, only short-listed candidates will receive a
response.
Closing date: October 15th 2013
