Human Resource Manager at GiveDirectly

Position Overview

The Human Resources Manager (“HRM”) will play a key role in sourcing and managing talent within GiveDirectly’s growing field organization. The HRM will build robust protocols to support rapid onboarding of staff and cost-effective monitoring of ongoing performance. The role will allow GiveDirectly to meet ambitious growth targets by enabling commensurate expansion of the team and accompanying HR systems / policies. The HRM position will award exceptional communication skills, strong attention to detail, and a deep interest in building and scaling GD’s organizational culture and values.

Responsibilities

• Talent Recruitment
• Lead on recruitment and sourcing top talent for all open positions
• Own candidate screening, including resume reviews and coordination with candidates
• Ensure high quality onboarding of new staff, including orientation on HR manual and benefits / payroll set-up
• Assist with professional development training and planning
• Talent Administration
• Facilitate benefits provision and coordinate with insurance providers
• Maintain up-to-date personnel files
• Oversee leave management and staff timesheets
• Answer staff questions related to HR policy and assist with disciplinary actions
• Talent and Performance management / tracking
• Design and own systems for regular performance tracking, including links to payroll where appropriate
• Provide administrative support during review cycles, including scheduling and updating system to reflect changes in title / compensation
• Team Culture and Values
• Ensure organisational values and culture is maintained within Kenya program
• Own tracking and measurement of personal sustainability and wellbeing barometers
• Lead on implementing activities and events oriented around team-building
• Facilitate initiatives to codify and promote GD’s culture and values

Qualifications

• Must have a Diploma or Degree in Human Resource
• Master’s in Human Resource is an added advantage
• 4+ years HR experience required
• Must be a registered member of IHRM
• CHRPK is an added advantage
• Fluent in English
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Exceptional communication skills, including ability to navigate challenging HR situations that involve complex interpersonal dynamics
• Capacity for motivating and building consensus across a large team
• Proficiency with MS Excel and Word
• Strong ownership mindset and ability to work in a self-directed manner
• Comfortable operating in a culture of direct, candid feedback