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Overall Responsibilities:    The   Country   Human Resources Manager   (HRM )   is responsible for implementing the   human resources   (HR)   practices and activities   of Management Sciences for Health (MSH)   in Cameroon, providing   a full range of   HR services   aligned with the   short- and long-term staffing   and   project and   organizational needs . The HRM works closely with the   Cameroon Country   Lead   to develop and implement staffing initiatives that support successful project implementation. In collaboration with the project’s senior management team in Cameroon and the MSH Human Resources team at headquarters, the HRM administers   human resources   initiatives for technical and administrative staff, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, and personnel records management. The HRM serves as the primary resource for Cameroon-based staff   regarding   MSH policies, Cameroon   labor   law, and applicable donor requirements . Main Duties and Responsibilities Recruitment   and Onboarding • Lead transparent,   equitable , and   timely   recruitment processes for   all   technical and administrative positions , including consultants . • Coordinate the preparation and review of job descriptions, job requisitions, vacancy announcements, candidate screening, interviews, reference checks,   selection   documentation, and employment offers. • Review all recruitment documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with Management Sciences for Health (MSH) policies and applicable requirements. • Maintain   accurate   and up-to-date recruitment trackers, candidate records, and HR information systems, and provide regular staffing updates to project management. • Prepare and administer   locally compliant employment contracts and related documentation   in accordance with   Cameroon labor law and MSH policies. • Coordinate onboarding and deliver the MSH orientation program for new employees, including benefits, policies, procedures, ethics, compliance, integrity, safeguarding, and country-specific employment requirement Staff Management • Maintain complete,   accurate , and   confidential  personnel   files and employment records for all staff. • Administer   and interpret MSH personnel policies .    Suggest revisions and provide updates to Local Employee Manual to   be in compliance with   MSH policies and local   labor   laws , as needed . • Monitor employment contracts, probation periods, mandatory training, and other time-sensitive HR actions and notify employees and supervisors of upcoming deadlines. • Ensure that employees complete all required MSH training related to ethics, compliance, integrity, safeguarding, and other organizational requirements . Employee Relations • Advise employees on confidential workplace matters, career development, job satisfaction, grievances, and disciplinary   concerns. Guide   employees and managers on conflict-resolution procedures and available options, consulting with the   global   MSH Human Resources team   when appropriate. Assist   with   behavioral   investigations as   appropriate , in coordination with MSH’s Business Ethics Committee. • Conduct exit interviews when staff   depart   from the project and provide feedback to   supervisor . Performance Process • Manage the Annual Performance   Review   process and   ensure that all employees and supervisors receive appropriate guidance and training. Support managers and supervisors in developing clear, measurable   objectives ;   assist   with the development of progressive improvement plans for under-performers; and, as necessary, in consultation with Regional HR Partner,   assist   with employee terminations. Compensation and Benefits • Mange employe e compensation and benefits packages aligned with MSH’s Compensation Philosophy and practices   and local labour requirements, collaborating closely with   MSH’s Total Rewards Director • Track vacation, sick and holiday leaves after each pay period and; • Prepare and share   accurate   leave reports with   management. Conduct   salary negotiations for new and existing staff. Review offers to   selected   candidates   to   ensure   internal equity and   compliance   with   MSH policies. • Ensure that promotions and salary adjustments are properly justified, documented, and   approved. Oversee   the administration of health and other benefits programs ;   monitor   reimbursements, advise employees on their remaining annual benefit limits, and   maintain   utilization   reports for audit   purposes. . • Coordinate the annual review of the employee benefits package and recommend   appropriate changes   to the MSH Human Resources team at headquarters. QUALIFICATIONS Required Minimum Education Required:   A relevant master’s degree in related field of study   including     human   resources ,   business administration, management, law, organizational development, or   other   related   field . Preferred:   P rofessional HR certification, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience in human resources is preferred. Required Minimum Experience Required:   7 +   years of relevant experience   relevant HR working experience.   Strong HR generalist background and strong understanding of   applicable labour laws and HR practices in Cameroon . Preferred:   Significant experience   working with an international donor or organization   including the US Government . Knowledge and Skills • Strong administrative, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills. • Strong knowledge of HR operations, recruitment, employee relations, compensation and benefits, performance management, and personnel records management. • Sound knowledge of Cameroon employment legislation and the ability to translate legal and policy requirements into practical HR procedures. • Excellent oral and written communication skills in   English   and French • Excellent interpersonal skills,   demonstrated   ability to interact professionally with a culturally diverse staff, clients and consultants, including   global   staff,   higher   management   and clients. • Strong computer skills, including   proficiency   in Microsoft Office, word processing, spreadsheet and database management, and HR information systems; experience with Workday or a comparable HRIS is preferred. Competencies • Demonstrated ability to gain the trust and confidence of colleagues and to handle confidential matters discreetly   and with integrity. • Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment,   establish   priorities, manage multiple complex responsibilities, and meet competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Physical Demands • Ability to travel domestically up to   1 0% of   time as   required   to support program activities MSH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. MSH complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Readjustment Assistance Act, as amended, and all related applicable regulations. 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