Human Resources (HR) Specialist – 2 positions

About our organization
The World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) is an independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the complex role trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods. As part of the Centre’s work to bring tree-based solutions to bear on poverty and environmental problems, researchers – working in close collaboration with partners – are developing new technologies, tools and policy recommendations for increased food security and ecosystem health.

The Centre’s headquarters are located in Nairobi, Kenya, and research is conducted in 23 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. We are supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) and receive funding from over 50 different donors. To learn more about our organization, please visit our website: www.worldagroforestry.org

About this position:
We are seeking experienced HR professionals with considerable general HR management experience having worked in vibrant international environment to fill the position of HR Specialist. Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the HR Specialist will work closely with the Human Resources Management team in the following key areas:

1. Workforce planning
2. Recruitment, selection and Orientation
3. Management of Staff Insurances Schemes
4. Compensation and benefits administration
5. Payroll Management
6. Contract Management
7. Information Systems and data management

Minimum academic requirements:
1. Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Organizational Development or related field;
2. Seven years relevant HR experience in comparable organizations:
Personal attributes and competencies:
• Analytical, problem-solving skills and capacity building skills
• Proficiency in ICT
• Demonstrable oral and written communication skills
• Tactful, discrete and confidential, persuasive, sound and timely judgement
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Terms of offer
The World Agroforestry Centre is an equal opportunity employer and offers a collegial and gender-sensitive working environment. We believe that staff diversity promotes excellence and strongly encourage applications from qualified women. This position is on local terms and will be for an initial period of three (3) years, renewable subject to nine (6) months’ probation period, assessment of performance, continued relevance of the position and availability of resources.

How to apply
Applications for the position must include:
• A cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position against the listed requirements.
• Detailed curriculum vitae.
• The names and addresses of three referees, including telephone, fax numbers and email addresses.
All correspondence should be sent via the following email: icrafhru@cgiar.org. Applicants should indicate “Application –Human Resources Specialist” on their application letters and email submissions. Applications will be considered until 8th February 2013 or until a suitable candidate is identified and selected.
Please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.