MSH is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, religion, creed, citizenship, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability unrelated to job requirements. MSH will take affirmative action to ensure that qualified applicants are employed and that employees are treated without regard to their race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran and disability status. In compliance with U.S. Department of Labor Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, and Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Readjustment Assistance Act, MSH has developed and maintains an affirmative action program and plan.

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB:       
The Human Resources Specialist works closely with the Finance, Operation and Administrative Manager covering a variety of HR activities including employee relations, recruitment, benefits, orientation, implementation of policies and procedures, and administration of personnel systems. S/he, in collaboration with other program staff, assists in coordinating local recruitment. HR Specialist serves as a resource person to staff with respect to program policies and procedures and the Benefits Program. S/he collaborates with the Accountants providing information on holiday, sick, and vacation leave usage. The HR Specialist assists the Finance, Operation and Administrative Manager  in communicating with HQ HR staff on a regular basis to keep Afghanistan personnel information and documentation up-to-date in MSH headquarters. S/he also provides assistance to the  Project staff in general orientation to new staff. The HR Specialist aware of, and adheres to, MSH’s Procurement Integrity (PI) standards in all activities and is responsible for raising the awareness of staff regarding PI regulations.

Recruitment
•    Under direct supervision of the Finance, Operation and Administrative Manager and in collaboration with program staff, provide services related to the recruitment of staff. This may include assisting hiring managers in defining recruitment needs, developing clear job descriptions, arranging the posting of approved job descriptions, receiving applications, reviewing and circulating applicant CV’s to Program Managers, identifying advertisement resources and placing ads as needed, setting up interview schedules and interview committees, interviewing candidates, checking references and documents. Ensure that the files and database for job applicants and consultants are maintained, forwarding CVs to MSH HQ for inclusion in the Organization-wide HR skills database as appropriate.
Personnel
•    Ensure that accurate personnel files are maintained for all employees. Act as a liaison to the Finance, Operation and Administrative Manager and as appropriate to HR in HQ with respect to personnel matters. Be available to employees regarding confidential employment matters, career development, job satisfaction, and grievance and discipline issues. Provide guidance and options and/or pathways for resolution, consulting with Regional HR Partner as appropriate. Provide assistance to the Finance, Operation and Administrative Manager in conducting exit interviews with departing staff.
Leave Tracking
•    Set up and maintain a system to track vacation, sick and holiday leave. Provide information to the Accounting Unit on employee leave balances on a monthly basis. Manage and oversee the electronic attendance system (this includes generating the attendance reports as and when required, reconciling the monthly attendance report with the timesheets etc.…).
Processing the Payroll:
•      Process payroll for all employees accurately and on time. 
•      Collect and verify employee attendance, hours worked. 
•      Ensure accurate deductions for taxes, benefits, and other withholdings. 
•    Maintain payroll records and ensure confidentiality. 
•    Support tax and compliance reporting requirements. 
•     Address employee payroll-related inquiries and resolve discrepancies
Health and Medical Benefits Program
•    Assist in the administration of the health benefits program working with other staff as appropriate.

Costpoint Online timesheet collection:

• Take the lead on the Costpoint for the staff, provide the training for staff and new joiners as needed 
communicate the status with the Ops, Admin and Finance Manager.
Workday: 
• Provide training for staff on goal setting, semi-annual review, and annual review process, track the 
Mandatory training for staff, and provide the mandatory training for support staff in the local language.

Mahram Approvals:
• To review the Mahram requests of Females and ensure they are in compliance with Mahram SOP and 
approve the Mahram Requests
  

• Any other Task assigned by Line supervisor. 

REQUIRED MINIMUM 
EDUCATION:
•    Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or other relevant discipline plus four to six 4-6 years of progressive experience working on human resources management.
•    Master’s degree preferrable.
REQUIRED MINIMUM 
EXPERIENCE:
•    four to six 4-6 years of progressive experience working in human resources, or other similar area.

KNOWLEDGE AND                 
SKILLS: 
•    Ability to handle confidential matters discreetly and gain the trust and confidence of colleagues.
•    Experience in conflict resolution.
•    Competence to assess priorities, manage a variety of complex activities simultaneously in a time-sensitive environment, and meet competing deadlines.
•    Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
•    Proven ability to successfully participate on teams in a fast-paced environment.
•    Solid computer skills; proficiency in word-processing.
•    Database management and spreadsheet experience preferred; Microsoft Office preferred.
•    Long-term resident work experience in Afghanistan required.

COMPETENCIES:    
•    Excellent written and oral communication skills both in local languages and English. Excellent interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to interact professionally with culturally diverse staff, clients, and consultants.
 

Interested candidates should apply through the below link and submit an application form for positions they are suitably qualified for.

https://msh.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/job/Afghanistan-Kabul/Human-resources--Specialist_R4726?locationCountry=db69b722446c11de98360015c5e6daf6

Please click the employment opportunities tab and select Afghanistan from the list of countries. A list of positions will appear, please select those you wish to apply for. Candidates who do not apply through the above-mentioned link will not be considered for the shortlist. Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental handicap.