Kyrgyzstan: Human Resources and Administration Manager

Project Description:

Creative is seeking a Human Resources and Administration Manager for an anticipated USAID-funded education project in Kyrgyzstan. Based in Bishkek, the project seeks to improve early grade learning outcomes in the Kyrgyz Republic for 300,000 students in grades one through four. To reach this goal, the project seeks to improve instructional quality in reading and math; improve formal and non-formal learning environments; and strengthen the Kyrgyz education system. The project will also include a focus on inclusive education and community engagement.

Position Summary:

Creative is seeking a Human Resources (HR) and Administration Manager for an anticipated USAID-funded education project in Kyrgyzstan. Based in Bishkek, the HR and Administration Manager will work to coordinate both operations and human resources needs for the offices in Bishkek, Osh and regional field designations.

Reporting & Supervision:

The HR and Administration Manager will report directly to the Chief of Party.

Primary Responsibilities:

• The HR and Administration Manager will be responsible for all operations including but not limited to administration, logistics, procurement, budgeting, financial, and property;

• Supervise the Contractor’s day-to-day field presence in the areas of operations (including the project's facilities such as office space, equipment and project vehicles), administration, logistics, procurement, budgeting and financial accounting;

• Lead/coordinate the full-cycle recruitment process including finalization of job descriptions, advertisement of vacancies, review of applicants, scheduling and conducting interviews alongside project senior management, checking candidate references, and collecting new hire documents;

• Onboarding/orientation of new project hires;

• Manage employee benefits enrollment and ensure all inquiries and challenges faced by employees regarding their insurances are handled;

• Provide information and advice to project staff regarding HR policies and procedure;

• Coordinate staff training and establish staff development plans based on staff appraisals and evaluations;

• Receive and log various grievances or complaints from employees; consult with Regional HR Operations Manager and legal counsel regarding difficult cases and provide recommended solutions prior to forwarding complaints to management for review;

• Provide oversight related to the updating of personnel files and other related HR documents including employment agreements, amendments, time sheets, calendar holidays and leaves;

• Provide information as required by Compliance Officers/Auditors during audits; and

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration or a related field
• At least five (5) years of progressively responsible HR experience with six (6) years of general experience;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Excellent record keeping and documentation skills;
• Familiarity with donor/client rules and regulations;
• Familiarity with local employment law;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; and
• Oral and written working proficiency in English

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

• Prior experience working on a USAID funded project.
• Familiarity with USAID hiring and operations process highly desired.

Local and regional candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Position contingent upon donor funding.

Please apply on our website: https://recruiting.ultipro.com/CRE1010CREAI/JobBoard/b093422a-53ee-4b40-ae33-72edfc017f55/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=eb22014d-7a22-485b-ba4f-ad3fa289446d