JOB ADVERSEMENT - CHP CARE and Health Program Cameroon : HR Manager for the CHILL project

A-    BACKGROUNG


Cameroon has among the highest burden of HIV in West and Central Africa (2.7% among average risk reproductive age adults – DHS 2018). High HIV prevalence is associated with high-risk sexual behaviours such as inconsistent use of condoms and lubricants and a high rate of sexually transmitted infections (STI). Stigma and discrimination have further marginalized key populations limiting their access to life-saving services such as anti-retroviral therapy (ART) and reducing the country’s ability to control the HIV epidemic.
The national response is led by the National AIDS Control Committee (NACC), which coordinates implementation of the National HIV/AIDS Strategic Plan 2021-2023. This policy aims to reduce HIV and STI-related morbidity and mortality and alleviate its socioeconomic impact on the development of Cameroon. Among strategic approaches, the plan stresses improved access to prevention, care and treatment for key populations.
The USAID-funded Community HIV/AIDS Investments for Longer and healthier Lives (CHILL) has the following objectives: (1) HIV testing for Key and Priority populations (KPs & PP); (2) ART uptake for KPs and PPs by ensuring that those who test positive are actively linked to treatment as soon as possible; and (3) improving retention in treatment through improved linkages between facility and community-based services, and reinforced community-based support for adherence and client follow-up.
Care and Health Program (CHP) is the CHILL prime and will lead the program in partnership with fifteen local community-based organizations (CBO). The consortium is collaborating with the Ministry of Public Health (MOH), NACC and other stakeholders to build the capacity of the national, regional and community response.
These efforts will expand service coverage in five focus regions and generate data for evidence-based programming through the implementation of evidence-based prevention, care and treatment services to key and priority populations in Cameroon.
In the context of this project, CHP is recruiting a HR Manager for the CHILL project with the following criteria:

PROJECT PERIOD: 5 years
CONTRACT PERIOD: 1 year, beginning from October 2nd 2023
PLACE: Yaounde- CHILL/CHP Head office in Yaounde
CONTRACT TYPE: FTC
TRIAL PERIOD: 3 Months renewable once.

B.    JOB SUMMARY
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
The HR manager reports to the Deputy Chef Of Party Finance Operations of the project and fulfils the following duties:
•    The Human Resource Manager will lead and direct the routine functions of the Human Resources (HR) department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.
•    Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff in the department;
•    Oversees the daily workflow of the department;
•    Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations;
•    Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.
•    Partners with the leadership team to understand and execute the organization's human resource and talent strategy particularly as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning;
•    Provides support and guidance to HR generalists, management, and other staff when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as providing reasonable accommodations, investigating allegations of wrongdoing, and terminations;
•    Manages the talent acquisition process, which may include recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of qualified job applicants, particularly for managerial, exempt, and professional roles; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings;
•    Analyzes trends in compensation and benefits; researches and proposes competitive base and incentive pay programs to ensure the organization attracts and retains top talent;
•    Creates learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for employees;
•    Oversees employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations;
•    Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance;
•    Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law;
•    Performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
•    Master degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required;
Experience
•    A minimum of three years of human resource management experience preferred.
Skills
•    Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
•    Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills;
•    Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail;
•    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
•    Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate;
•    Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality;
•    Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulation;
•    Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software;
•    Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems.
•    Proficiency in computer tools and software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

C-    DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AND APPLICATION

If you are interested in pursuing any of these opportunities, please submit a resume A CV, a cover letter including contacts of at least 03 references, a copy of the certificates/diplomas and ID card will be submitted by the 30th August 2023 in our offices located behind the « center regional office of taxation at Omnisport » or send by email to chp@carehealthprogram.org.

D-     OTHER INFORMATION
•    Female candidates are encouraged;
•    Please specify your preferred town for the position;
•    Only selected candidates will be called.


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