Location:

Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Salary:

negotiable / YEAR
Job type:

FULL_TIME
Posted:

5 months ago
Category:

Budget and Accounting, Finance, Human Resources
Deadline:

07/08/2024

JOB DESCRIPTION

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

DRC assists refugees and displacement-affected communities by implementing protection and livelihoods activities that increase their self-reliance and expand opportunities for a dignified life.

JOB SUMMARY

GENERAL BACKGROUND

Danish Refugee Council, one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, is currently looking for a qualified and motivated HR/Finance Assistant who will fulfil daily HR and financial functions and services in DRC BiH.

About the organisation

Danish Refugee Council (DRC) has been working in Bosnia and Herzegovina since 1992 and closed its office in the country at the end of January 2010.

In July 2018, DRC re-opened its mission responding to increasing and priority needs of Person of Concern (PoCs) in close cooperation with the BiH Authorities.

More specifically, DRC BiH focuses on improving the access to primary and secondary health care, including psychosocial and mental health services to PoCs, as well as on enhancing the overall protective environment for PoCs, and timely outreach response to the rights violations at the borders. DRC has its main office in Sarajevo and the activities implemented in Una-Sana Canton, Sarajevo Canton and Tuzla Canton.

Duty Station of HR/Finance Assistant: Sarajevo, BiH

Basic functions: HR / Finance Assistant in coordination and cooperation with the program and support team members, and supervised by the Support Services Team Leader, will facilitate the efficient and effective HR and financial operation of DRC office.

He/She will ensure compliance with DRC rules and regulations as described in the Operations Handbook (OH) alongside donor policies, procedures, guidelines and rules.

Reference: HR/Finance Assistant refers to the DRC Support Services Team Leader, working in close coordination with HR Admin Officer, Finance Officer and other members of the DRC team.

Specific duties and responsibilities:

Human Resources:

Support HR office on leave, recruitment and training trackers are updated on a regular basis.
Support monitoring and updating staff leave balance
Monitor staff attendance and ensure that all staff timesheets are submitted and filed on time.
Responsible for ensuring the following are accurate, complete and up to date: -personnel files, administration of health insurance scheme, social security,
Ensure that all staff personnel records are properly maintained and regularly updated
Follow up on job offers (process the paperwork for new hires with our accountant company)
Update and maintain staff lists
Ensure that DRC internal documents are properly filed.
Ensure compliance in Human Resources Administration Management to DRC Operations Handbook
Scanning and filing of relevant HR documents including supporting documents

Financial support

To maintain an effective filing system and ensure that supporting documents are complete and organized according to DRC and donor procedures and available for inspection as required;
Support in the implementation of financial policies and procedures.
Scanning, copying and filing relevant financial documents including supporting documents as needed
Support on payments and that transactions are properly recorded and entered into the appropriate accounting system.

Assist Finance Officer in the closure of accounts at the end of month.
Maintain the contract follow up on a monthly basis, and make sure all contracts are renewed, closed, or/and paid on time
Support financial report preparations.

Administration

Manage contract arrangements with lessors and ensuring that contractual obligations are adhered to.
Follow up and preparation of contracts for public health institutions
Manage flights and accommodation bookings for DRC staff national and international travel and meetings
Ensure that DRC staff have Identification cards (ID) with the period of validity in accordance with the employment contract.
Ensure that DRC staff have SIM Cards on the request of Team Leaders.

Receive and send official correspondence and maintain record for it.
Perform ad hoc office tasks.
To undertake other HR, finance and admin-related tasks and any other duties related to the nature of the position as instructed by the Support Services Team Leader or SMT.

Qualifications & experience required

Highschool diploma required
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
Proficient organizational skills
Advanced English Proficiency
Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian language required
Bosnia and Herzegovina Citizenship Required.

Work Experience

Minimum 1 year of relevant work experience in Administration work

Key Competencies

Ability to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions
Ability to negotiate, establish, and administer contracts
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
Accurate and precise attention to detail
Ability to work well with management and staff at all levels
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Goal-oriented, organized team player

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:

Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with DRC’s vision and values.

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