Our client, a global international development movement working across Africa, South Asia, and Latin America to end hunger, is seeking a Global HR and Administration Officer. The role supports safe, ethical, and people-centered HR practice, policy compliance, background screening, and administrative systems across multi-country operations. The position reports to the Head of Human Resources and is based in Kampala, Uganda.
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Category
Human Resource
Employment Type
Full-time
Location
Kampala, Uganda
Vacancies
1 position
Closing Date
11/1/2026
7 days left
Employer / Company
Future Options Consulting Ltd
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Description (Public)
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
- Implement safe recruitment practices and background screening (police checks, reference checks) in line with Child Protection and PSEAH standards (IASC MOS, Keeping Children Safe, CHS Alliance).
- Support multi-country HR policy, systems, and compliance across operational jurisdictions, working with local legal and HR advisors.
- Administer and monitor compliance platforms including sanctions screening, whistleblower/reporting platforms, policy management, and mandatory training.
- Develop compliance tracking mechanisms, dashboards, internal controls, and reporting tools to monitor organizational HR requirements.
- Support audits, risk assessments, investigations, corrective-action processes, and cross-functional responses to employment and legal matters.
- Provide ethical, people-centered HR advice and support to managers and personnel across diverse global teams and time zones.
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 5+ years' experience in a generalist HR role within international development, humanitarian, or NGO settings, ideally spanning multiple countries.
- Demonstrated experience implementing safe recruitment practices and background screening per Child Protection and PSEAH standards.
- Working knowledge of international safeguarding frameworks (IASC PSEAH Minimum Operating Standards, Keeping Children Safe, CHS Alliance) and employment law principles.
- Experience administering compliance platforms, developing tracking dashboards, and supporting audits, risk assessments, or internal controls.
- Fluency in English required; French or other regional languages highly regarded.
Skills & Competencies:
- Ethical people-centred HR practice
- High degree of discretion, empathy, and sound judgment
- Culturally sensitive communicator
- Organised across multiple countries and time zones
- Meticulous attention to detail in screening records
- Resilient and calm under pressure
- Systems-oriented and analytical
- Strong follow-through and accountability
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