Save the Children invites applications for the above-mentioned position. We are committed to equal employment opportunities, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, age, or beliefs and religion. We are committed to diversifying our staff to better represent the communities we serve and actively welcome underrepresented groups to apply.

The Opportunity

As a senior member of HR department in Cox’s Bazar operations, this position will be mainly responsible for direction of HR functions and coordination with the response program. Responsibilities include, managing the staff development initiatives, recruitment and selection, compensation/benefits, disciplinary procedure and investigation, maintaining employee database and so on. Also s/he will be in his/her capacity is responsible for direction, supervision, capacity-building and evaluation of staff for both emergency and development settings.

Qualifications and experience
• At least 6 years’ experience in human resource management, preferably as HR generalist, including 3 years in management level position;
• Prior experience in any INGO, particularly in emergency context will be an advantage
• Experience of working in remote field bases with limited infrastructure
• Proven operational HR track-record – experience of providing generalist HR service across a full range of HR issues
• Solid understanding on all functions of HR process
• Excellent skills in handling and advising on complex people management issues
• Experience of and well-developed skills in recruitment and selection
• Good understanding on HR compliances and audit
• Understanding staff care for humanitarian staff, in particular approaches to welfare, stress, R&R etc.
• Good facilitation skills and ability to deliver induction briefing/training
• Strong communication (written and spoken), and interpersonal skills in English,

The Organisation
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:
• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
• All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
• Violence against children is no longer tolerated.

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Application Information

Please apply using a cover letter and an up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations

Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview
‘Save the Children promotes diversity in its workforce.’

We need to keep children safe, so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.