MENA HR Officer

About the role

The MENA HR Officer will lead end‑to‑end recruitment, HR administration and performance management for national positions across the region. The role ensures compliance with AVSI policies, local labor laws and donor regulations while promoting transparent and inclusive hiring practices.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate full recruitment cycle: drafting job descriptions, posting, sourcing, screening, competency‑based interviewing, reference checks, offers and onboarding.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR databases (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics), prepare contracts, track probation periods and manage HR calendars.
• Oversee performance management processes, including goal setting, reviews, appraisals and development plans.
• Conduct training needs analyses, coordinate internal trainings, track participation and evaluate impact.
• Implement and monitor adherence to HR policies, Code of Conduct, safeguarding and PSEA standards.
• Organise mandatory trainings on safeguarding, ethics, anti‑harassment and anti‑fraud, ensuring 100% completion.
• Liaise with country HR/Admin focal points, program, finance, supply chain and security teams to ensure aligned operations.

Required profile

• Proven HR experience, preferably with international NGOs operating in the MENA region.

Required skills

• Microsoft Dynamics (HR database management)