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Senior Officer, Human Resource (Arua)
2026-11-09T13:46:57+00:00
Brac
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FULL_TIME
Arua, Northern Region, Uganda
Arua
00256
Uganda
Professional Services
Human Resources, Admin & Office, Business Operations, Recruitment, Non-profits, Foundations & Philanthropists
UGX
MONTH
2026-11-27T17:00:00+00:00
8

JOB PURPOSE

Senior Officer Human Resources is responsible for overseeing and optimizing operational efficiency across a designated Region. The role is designed to strengthen HR service delivery in recruitment, staff welfare, performance management, HRIS and compliance with human resource policy (HRPP), labor laws and BRAC International standards and will be responsible for regional office level operational areas office administration,in addition to serving as the primary safety & security focal person for the regional office.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support recruitment and onboarding process for Branch level staff (grade 4 and below and casual staff in the assigned region and maintain an up-to-date recruitment tracker under the guidance of the Country Office, in line with recruitment SOPs.
  • Verify statutory documentation (social security registration, national ID) for all new joiners to ensure compliance.
  • Oversee probation reviews for field staff and ensure timely completion.
  • Track and manage contract start and end dates for field staff and notify the Country Office HR team in advance of renewals.
  • Maintain databases for casual staff contracts and field office headcount, and forward reports to the Country Office.
  • Ensure all staff at the field office are enrolled in statutory and organization’s benefits that includes; medical insurance, GLA, GPA and social security for eligible staff.
  • Provide training and support to field office staff on HRIS navigation.
  • Maintain staff movement and attendance registers at field level.
  • Implement occupational safety and health measures, including regular workplace checks at field offices ensuring compliance with occupational safety and health regulations.
  • Ensure smooth completion of staff offboarding, including clearance processes, exit interviews, and documentation.

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation to achieve the program’s goals on safeguarding implementation.
  • Act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
  • Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or related field.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

  • Knowledge of the HR policies, labour laws and employment act
  • Basic computer literacy
  • Good organization skills
  • Excellent communication skills; both written and verbal
  • Report writing, facilitation and presentation skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Critical thinking, decision making and creativity
  • Ability to work under pressure and minimum supervision
  • Ability to work in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment
  • Proactive and detailed oriented
  • Strong interpersonal skills with ability to provide difficult feedback
  • A growth mindset is paramount

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Minimum of 2 years’ HR experience in an International NGO setting

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Full time

  • Support recruitment and onboarding process for Branch level staff (grade 4 and below and casual staff in the assigned region and maintain an up-to-date recruitment tracker under the guidance of the Country Office, in line with recruitment SOPs.
  • Verify statutory documentation (social security registration, national ID) for all new joiners to ensure compliance.
  • Oversee probation reviews for field staff and ensure timely completion.
  • Track and manage contract start and end dates for field staff and notify the Country Office HR team in advance of renewals.
  • Maintain databases for casual staff contracts and field office headcount, and forward reports to the Country Office.
  • Ensure all staff at the field office are enrolled in statutory and organization’s benefits that includes; medical insurance, GLA, GPA and social security for eligible staff.
  • Provide training and support to field office staff on HRIS navigation.
  • Maintain staff movement and attendance registers at field level.
  • Implement occupational safety and health measures, including regular workplace checks at field offices ensuring compliance with occupational safety and health regulations.
  • Ensure smooth completion of staff offboarding, including clearance processes, exit interviews, and documentation.
  • Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation to achieve the program’s goals on safeguarding implementation.
  • Act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
  • Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
  • Knowledge of the HR policies, labour laws and employment act
  • Basic computer literacy
  • Good organization skills
  • Excellent communication skills; both written and verbal
  • Report writing, facilitation and presentation skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Critical thinking, decision making and creativity
  • Ability to work under pressure and minimum supervision
  • Ability to work in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment
  • Proactive and detailed oriented
  • Strong interpersonal skills with ability to provide difficult feedback
  • A growth mindset is paramount
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or related field.
bachelor degree
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Vacancy title:
Senior Officer, Human Resource (Arua)

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Human Resources, Admin & Office, Business Operations, Recruitment, Non-profits, Foundations & Philanthropists]

Jobs at:
Brac

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, November 27 2026

Duty Station:
Arua, Northern Region, Uganda | Arua

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, November 9 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

JOB PURPOSE

Senior Officer Human Resources is responsible for overseeing and optimizing operational efficiency across a designated Region. The role is designed to strengthen HR service delivery in recruitment, staff welfare, performance management, HRIS and compliance with human resource policy (HRPP), labor laws and BRAC International standards and will be responsible for regional office level operational areas office administration,in addition to serving as the primary safety & security focal person for the regional office.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support recruitment and onboarding process for Branch level staff (grade 4 and below and casual staff in the assigned region and maintain an up-to-date recruitment tracker under the guidance of the Country Office, in line with recruitment SOPs.
  • Verify statutory documentation (social security registration, national ID) for all new joiners to ensure compliance.
  • Oversee probation reviews for field staff and ensure timely completion.
  • Track and manage contract start and end dates for field staff and notify the Country Office HR team in advance of renewals.
  • Maintain databases for casual staff contracts and field office headcount, and forward reports to the Country Office.
  • Ensure all staff at the field office are enrolled in statutory and organization’s benefits that includes; medical insurance, GLA, GPA and social security for eligible staff.
  • Provide training and support to field office staff on HRIS navigation.
  • Maintain staff movement and attendance registers at field level.
  • Implement occupational safety and health measures, including regular workplace checks at field offices ensuring compliance with occupational safety and health regulations.
  • Ensure smooth completion of staff offboarding, including clearance processes, exit interviews, and documentation.

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation to achieve the program’s goals on safeguarding implementation.
  • Act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
  • Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or related field.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

  • Knowledge of the HR policies, labour laws and employment act
  • Basic computer literacy
  • Good organization skills
  • Excellent communication skills; both written and verbal
  • Report writing, facilitation and presentation skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Critical thinking, decision making and creativity
  • Ability to work under pressure and minimum supervision
  • Ability to work in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment
  • Proactive and detailed oriented
  • Strong interpersonal skills with ability to provide difficult feedback
  • A growth mindset is paramount

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Minimum of 2 years’ HR experience in an International NGO setting

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Full time

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

Application Deadline: 27th November 2026

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Job Info
Job Category: Human Resource jobs in Uganda
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Friday, November 27 2026
Duty Station: Arua, Northern Region, Uganda | Arua
Posted: 09-11-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 09-11-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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