NGO JOBS

Organization: Samaritan's Purse
Country: Philippines
Closing date: 28 Feb 2014

• The Program Manager of Human Resources (HR) for Samaritan’s Purse (SP) Philippines will be responsible to oversee the HR function for expatriate and national staff in matters related to but not limited to staffing, compensation and benefits. This position reports to and assists the Country Director.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Maintain current job descriptions and create new descriptions as necessary – done in conjunction with appropriate Program Managers and Country Director. • Create and implement policies and procedures for all personnel. • Support managers and staff in performance management and provide necessary tracking and follow-up. • Provide mediation and conflict resolution services where needed and/or requested by national and expatriate staff. • Support the Country Director by representing Samaritan’s Purse to local Governmental authorities, other INGO’s and partners as appropriate. • Maintain a consistent witness for Christ.

National: • Manage national HR office and national HR staff. • Liaise with local legal counsel in all legal national HR related matters. • Research Filipino labor laws, applicable tax laws and ensure SP Philippines compliance. • Represent the SP Philippines finance office in all matters related to national staff and payroll. • Coordinate and administer new employee orientation. • Ensure field staff are being appropriately trained with increasing professional capacity. • Manage employee leave and vacation policy. • Coordinate and maintain employment contracts. • Other duties as assigned by the Country Director.

Expatriate: • Work with Program Managers to conduct the staffing process. • Liaise between IHQ and Program Managers on staffing needs. • Track vacation, RnR, sick leave and home leave. • Represent expatriate staff requests to IHQ. • Represent IHQ HR to expatriate staff. • Assist with interviews for open field positions. • Work with CD to develop member care on the field and implement practices.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Excellent interpersonal communication skills • A servant heart with a strong commitment to Christ, and desire to share Him with others • Detail oriented with proven administrative experience and knowledge • Demonstrated ability to be flexible and adaptable • Must be culturally sensitive and respectful of church and community leaders from all denominations • Experience living and working in a developing nation • Proven leadership skills • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in related field or one to two years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. Twelve credit hours of college-level biblical studies courses preferred.

One-Year ContractOpen Till FilledUnaccompanied Position

Mission Statement: Samaritan's Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan's Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God's love through His Son, Jesus Christ. The organization serves the Church worldwide to promote the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Distinct Objectives: The work of Samaritan’s Purse is marked by five distinct objectives, grounded in Scripture and biblical principles: PROCLAIM THE GOSPEL - EXALT Christ and share the Gospel while working in His Name around the world SERVE WITH EXCELLENCE - EXCEED the world’s standard while serving the purposes of God’s kingdom RESPOND WITH COMPASSIONATE ACTION - EXPEDITE our response to needs as the Lord reveals opportunities to minister DEMONSTRATE BIBLICAL INTEGRITY - EXHIBIT character and integrity personally, at home and work WALK IN BOLD FAITH - EXPECT God to do the impossible

How to apply:

Complete employment application on Samaritan's Purse website at: www.samaritanspurse.org.