Human Resources Officer - Lebanon

Position Summary 

Under the supervision of the Finance Manager the HR and Admin Officer contributes to the efficient day-to-day operations of the Organization office, and supports the work of management and other staff. The HR and Admin Officer will be responsible for human resources and admin issues in conformity with Lebanese law and SFCG’s internal operating practices.

Search Lebanon

Search for Common Ground (Search) is a non-governmental organization working to transform the way the world deals with conflict. We have acquired over 35 years of experience in peacebuilding and are based in over 30 countries around the world. Search first worked in Lebanon in 1996, addressing multiple issues arising within Lebanon's diverse society. In each project we seek to engage all stakeholders to work together to address shared challenges and develop joint solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the recruitment and selection process of SFCG Lebanon new staff.
• Review job promotion policy for existing staff and suggest change in process if needed.
• Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy of SFCG Lebanon office.
• Develop and monitor overall HR strategies, systems, tactics and procedures across the Lebanon office.
• Maintain historical human resource records by designing a filing and retrieval system; keeping past and current records.
• Monitoring staff performance and attendance.
• Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance.
• Assess training needs to apply and monitor training programs for staff development.
• Maintain pay plan and benefits program.
• Approve job descriptions and advertisements.
• Responsible for  health, safety and welfare of all employees, by ensuring healthy and safe working environment.
• Conduct exit interviews, Implement SFCG International’s induction & orientation programs for new hires in coordination with all Line Managers .
• Maintain the HR trackers up to date: leaves, training, recruitment, and any other relevant tracker.
• Ensure staff registration at NSSF and MOF.
• Update and maintain the HR files hard and soft copies.
• Prepare all types of letters and staff contracts.
• Extend & negotiate offer Letters to selected candidates.
• Process and follow up claims for Medical coverage and insurance.
• Support in Hotel reservation and Payment follow up.
• Request, receive and dispatch business cards for relevant staff when needed.
• Follow up on lease agreements.
• Being focal point for staff in case of emergency.
• Follow up on security protocols for field missions and in case of security incidents.

As job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the position-holder may be required to undertake other duties that are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related area (Master’s Degree preferred), preferably in HR, Business administration or related area;
• Minimum of three (3) years of related experience;
• Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts;
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities;
• Strong oral and written communications skills;
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, and ability to work under pressure in complex, high-speed and challenging Strong sense of personal integrity and understanding of confidentiality and ethics;
• Extensive knowledge of the Lebanese Labor Law and HR best practices;
• People oriented and results driven;
• Excellent active listening, negotiation and presentation skills;
• Proven analytical and problem solving skills;
• Spoken and written fluency in English and Arabic;
• Cultural sensitivity and adaptability;
• Strong organizational skills and attention to-detail;

Salary: Commensurate with experience and education, with benefits.