People and Culture Associate - Bonga

Your primary job duties and responsibilities shall include, but are not limited to:  

1. Implementation of P&C Strategies and Policies.
2. Coordinating Staff recruitment, Induction and retention.
3. Ensuring Legal Compliance in all processes.
4. Facilitating implementation of Staff Professional Development activities.
5. Safeguarding 

Detailed Duties and responsibilities

Responsible for Implementation of P&C Strategies and Policies  

•  Provide administration of the HRIS system to ensure staff have access to the systems and information is up to date.
• Make suggestions for improvement of the P&C system, policies and procedures and contribute to their definition, elaboration and implementation.
•  Support initiatives geared towards creation of a safe, healthy and happy workplace. 
• Create and track employment contracts. 
•   Maintain an active and organized data bank of applicants for various positions.
•  Develop procedures for staff retirement taking into consideration any packages that might come with them.
• Maintain and update Field Staff P&C Manual, working closely with other P&C staff and legal Counsel to maintain legal compliance in liaison with the P&C Manager. 
• Develop Manual for any P&C activities that fall outside of core P&C manual.
• Source, manage and maintain insurance contacts ensuring staff benefits are well handled, and timely renewal of insurance schemes. 
• Interpret Leave policy to staff for all leave types to ensure proper usage while ensuring proper planning and leave management in the system and as a practice. 
• Maintain staff data ensuring personal files are frequently updated with relevant information. • Preparation of P&C reports as requested from time to time  

Coordinating Staff recruitment, Induction and retention  

• Coordination of transparent and competitive recruitment and selection processes. 
• Review, standardize and prepare recruitment materials including job descriptions, job specifications, adverts and interview questions for positions to be filled. 
• Carry out Job applicant short listings, coordinate & participate in interviews. 
• Manage all employment forms and materials for new recruits.
• Plan and conduct/coordinate new employee orientation including provision of information about policies, job duties, working conditions, wages, and opportunities for promotion and employee benefits etc. 
•  In consultation with the Country Director and P&C Manager, advice staff changes monthly in preparation of the payroll and submission to Finance by 20th of every month 

Ensuring Legal Compliance  

• Display in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risk and ensuring regulatory compliance. 
•  Ensure recovery of all organizational items in possession of any staff departing from the organization. 
• Act as the focal point on the administration of complaint/grievance and disciplinary matters and processes ensuring clear documentation of process. 
•  Ensure exit interviews are carried out and appropriate records are maintained. 

Facilitating the implementation of Staff Professional Development activities  

• Assist field management team with development of professional development goals for staff. 
•  Ensure that all promotions are properly justified and documented both in terms of performance and compensation.
• Work with different teams leads to facilitating completion of Performance Reviews within the stipulated period, and developing appropriate tools for staff capacity building 

Safeguarding - "Safeguarding at Village Enterprise is everyone’s responsibility and it begins with me"  

• Continuously sensitize program participants on safeguarding. 
• Ensure compliance with Village Enterprise safeguarding policies. 
•  Report any incident of safeguarding in program operations for appropriate action/follow up.  

  Any other tasks that may be deemed necessary  

Qualifications:  

•    A bachelor’s degree in human resource management, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or other related academic disciplines. 
• A higher diploma in Human Resources Management is an added advantage 
•  Minimum 3 years’ relevant human resources management experience in a corporate or I/NGO environment. 
•  Member of IHRM is added advantage.
• Excellent planning, coordination, and reporting skills, with the ability to organize substantial workload comprised of complex, diverse tasks and responsibilities. 
• Strong communication, people management and interpersonal skills in English, with experience in working with international staff. 
•  Expertise in HR Information Systems is an added advantage 
•   Knowledge of facilitating adult learning. 
•  Ability to negotiate, advocate and influence effectively. 
•   Listening, coaching and counselling skills with ability to manage change effectively. 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
•    Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Amharic is a must and Kaffagna an added advantage. 

Indicators of success  

• HRMIS implementation, usage and adaptation success rate (Both self and Project level) Employee hiring, orientation/Induction and retention 
•  Time to Hire 
•  P&C processes adherence (Quality and Quantity) 
• Promoter Score index - eNPS 
• Engagement Survey Score 
•  Number of Safeguarding .  
• Number of Disciplinary Cases .    
• % Low Performers – PIP 
• % Quarterly Review Completion at Country Level 
•  % Mid-Year Review Completion 
•  % End Year Review Completion 
• Onboarding and Offboarding Procedures
• Statutory Compliance 
•  Document & procedures audits 

 To Apply 

Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications coupled with a passion for changing lives of the extreme poor are invited to submit their applications and resume (PDF). Please follow this link to submit your application 

 Application Deadline: 19th November 2026 

Village Enterprise is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

Village Enterprise provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Village Enterprise does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law 

Safeguarding Statement: 

Village Enterprise is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all employees, volunteers, Visitors, associates (consultants, service providers and suppliers) and partners to uphold this commitment and adhere to our safeguarding policies and code of conduct. VE has zero tolerance for any form of abuse, exploitation, or harassment. 

Safeguarding Toll-free line is 8495. 

All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, which may include reference checks with previous employers, verification of qualifications, and criminal record or background screening. 

• Health Insurance Coverage
• Group Life Cover
• An opportunity to make a meaningful impact by lifting people out of extreme poverty through community mobilization
• Individual Pension Plan