Job Title: Project HR Officer

Reporting to: Gaza HR Department Lead

Location: Dair Albalah- Gaza Strip

Closing date: 18.11.2024

Human Appeal is a non-profit organisation working across the globe to strengthen humanity’s fight against poverty, social injustice and natural disaster. Through the provision of immediate relief and the establishment of self-sustaining development programmes, we aim to invest in real, effective solutions.

We work year-round to establish healthcare, education, and livelihood programmes that pave the way for empowered, self-serving communities. We also provide food, medical aid, and disaster relief during emergencies, a critical intervention that saves lives.

Our skilled local teams are able to access some of the most hard-to-reach places in the world, at their most vulnerable of times.

Our vision

To become the global agent of change for a just, caring, and sustainable world.

Our mission 

We are a global humanitarian and development organisation. We save lives, alleviate poverty, transform and empower local communities whilst championing humanity, impartiality, neutrality, and independence.

Here at Human Appeal we have an exciting opportunity for Project HR Officer, to be based at our Gaza office Palestine.

CONDITION:

Please note: it is a local Contract, for this role you must have the right to work in Palestine.

Main Purpose:

The Project HR Officer will provide cover to the Gaza HR Department Lead and play a key role in supporting the expansion and upscaling of the Palestine office. In this role, the officer will ensure the continuity of HR functions during emergencies including handling employee relations cases, facilitating the recruitment, onboarding and orientation of new staff, ensure policy & legal compliance with respect to best practice, and implement strategies to improve staff wellbeing and workplace relations during an emergency response.

Accountabilities:

 HR Leadership & Continuity

• Serve as the cover HR Dept. Lead during emergencies, ensuring seamless HR
• Oversight HR functions including recruitment, payroll, performance management, and compliance with INGO and local labor laws.
• Provide guidance, support to managers and staff on HR policies, employee relations, and conflict
• Ensure adherence to internal policies and procedures while maintaining confidentiality and Lead investigations impartially.

Support Office Expansion & Upscaling

• Work with the Head of Gaza/Acting Office Lead and other senior leadership to design and

execute HR strategies that align with the expansion of the organization’s operations in Palestine.

• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and training of staff required for the upscaling of
• Collaborate with department leads to forecast HR needs and ensure timely recruitment, including talent sourcing and
• Implement robust onboarding processes to ensure new staff are effectively integrated into the organization’s culture and

Wellbeing & Staff Care Initiatives

• Lead wellbeing drives and initiatives aimed at improving staff morale, mental health, and overall work-life balance, particularly in response to the stressful operating
• Partner with external providers to deliver staff care programs, including counseling services, mental health workshops, and stress management training.
• Develop and promote policies on work-life balance, resilience, and wellness programs to enhance staff retention and
• Regularly assess staff wellbeing through surveys and feedback channels, addressing concerns and developing strategies for improvement.

Emergency HR Planning & Crisis Response

• Design and implement HR contingency plans in response to security threats, political instability, and natural
• Provide direct support to staff during emergencies, including relocation, evacuations, and emergency
• Maintain updated emergency contact lists, ensure HR emergency protocols are in place, and conduct periodic drills with
• Ensure that staff contracts and agreements are flexible to accommodate emergency scenarios and that there is a clear structure for emergency response HR

Training & Development

• Develop training modules for new and existing staff, focusing on emergency preparedness, resilience, and INGO policies.
• Create and implement capacity-building programs to enhance the skills of local HR staff and line managers in handling HR emergencies.
• Collaborate with external consultants or trainers for specific learning and development needs related to wellbeing and crisis management.

Duration & Travel:

• The role will require travel within Palestine and occasional travel to regional
• This role is fixed-term with a possibility of extension depending on organizational needs and the office expansion

Competencies:

 Core Competencies:

• Working With People
• Delivering Results & Meeting Stakeholders Needs
• Adapting & Responding to Change

Functional Competencies:

• Planning and Organising
• Presenting and Communicating Information

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Requirements:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field. A Master’s degree or professional HR certification (e.g., CIPD, SHRM) is an asset.

Experience: 

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in HR roles, preferably within the humanitarian or INGO sector
• Experience working in crisis or emergency settings, with a demonstrated ability to manage HR functions in volatile environments.
• Proven track record in supporting office growth, staff wellbeing, and leading HR operations during emergencies

Computer Skills:

Computer literate and proficient in MS Office Suite

Languages:

Fluency in English and Arabic a must, with strong written and verbal communication skills.

HOW TO APPLY:

We are looking to appoint this role ASAP and will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis, so for the best chance of success please click the link; and apply today to become our Project HR Officer, we would love to hear from you.

Please note that we will only be contacting the Shortlisted candidates. “We kindly request you to provide your CV in English only.”

*Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply*