Human Resource Manager

Human Resource Manager

USAID’s Tayar Nepal Improved Disaster Risk Management Project

Scope of Work

DAI works at the cutting edge of international development, combining technical excellence, professional project management, and exceptional customer service to solve our clients’ most complex problems. Since 1970, DAI has worked in 150 developing and transition countries, providing comprehensive development solutions in areas including crisis mitigation, democratic governance and public sector management, agriculture and agribusiness, private sector development and financial services, economics and trade, water and natural resources management, and energy and climate change. Clients include international development agencies, international lending institutions, private corporations and philanthropies, and host-country governments. More information about DAI can be found on the DAI website (www.dai.com). 

Project Background

USAID’s Tayar Nepal – Improved Disaster Risk Management (IDRM) Project is a five-year project funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and implemented by DAI Global LLC (DAI) since 2019 to strengthen the capacity of Nepal’s national and municipal institutions responsible for disaster risk reduction, preparedness, and response.  USAID’s Tayar Nepal implements a two-pronged (Stronger Systems + Safer Settlements) approach that strengthens institutions and capacities at the national and local levels to strengthen Nepal’s resilience to natural & non-natural disasters. 

Position Overview

The Human Resource Manager is responsible for managing a portfolio of USAID’s Tayar’s Human Resources including the STTA’s service agreement. In collaboration with the Director of Finance and Administration, COP, DCOP, and other members of the technical team, the Human Resource Manager will ensure the activities related to human resources and provide general guidance for hiring and staff management. This position will oversee recruitment, ensure compliance with local labor law, and hold primary responsibility for HR personal file maintenance. The HR Manager is responsible for the maintenance of project employee records in compliance with USAID and DAI policies and procedures. 

Essential Duties

• Lead the project’s human resources department in coordination with the policies and procedures in the DAI HR Manual and local labor law.
• Manage the recruitment process of project staff from start to end, specifically negotiations, hiring, evaluation, and termination of employees/consultants in consultation with the COP and senior management staff.
• Ensure timely review of the probationary period by the respective supervisor. 
• Initiate, monitor, and ensure conformity in the staff appraisal and Performance Management as stated in the FOM.
• Oversee the collection of timesheets according to project deadlines.
• Ensure that HR files are maintained with all necessary documentation and uploaded in TAMIS. 
• Provide guidance to project staff with questions related to DAI’s HR policy and procedures, insurance coverage, and other related issues.
• Provide orientation and reorientation to all staff members on HR systems, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure an effective staff transition process by assisting existing employees with a smooth transition. 
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications: 

• A minimum of 10 years/master’s degree or 13 years/ bachelor’s degree with a specialization in Human Resource Management of relevant experience, including at least 6 years of relevant work experience in a similar field. (For excluded groups a minimum of 8 years with a master’s degree or 11 years with a bachelor’s degree).
• In-depth and detailed understanding of human resource management and the USAID’s System 
• Ability to professionally communicate across all levels of an organization and the external
• Skilled in strategic thinking and planning
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, and fluency in English.

Level of Effort, Location, and Reporting

The level of effort is 260 days per year. The employment contract will be on a yearly basis, with possible extensions until the close of the project. The Human Resource Manager reports to the Director of Finance and Administration.  The position is based in Kathmandu.

Interested applicants should submit an updated CV to TayarRecruitment@dai.com  by September 29, 2023. 

Women, persons with disabilities, and those from marginalized and disadvantaged communities are encouraged to apply.