HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER

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VACANCY: HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEREmployer: Macroeconomic and Financial Management Institute of Eastern and Southern Africa (MEFMI)Duty Station: Harare, ZimbabweEmployment Type: Fixed-term contract of three years, renewable subject to satisfactory performanceApplication Deadline: 23 October 2026 at 16:30 hoursWorking Language: EnglishAbout MEFMIThe Macroeconomic and Financial Management Institute of Eastern and Southern Africa (MEFMI) is a regionally owned institute comprising 14 member countries: Botswana, Burundi, Eswatini, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe.Established in 1997, MEFMI builds sustainable institutional and professional capacity in macroeconomic and financial management, public finance, financial-sector stability and related areas.The MEFMI Secretariat is based in Harare, Zimbabwe.About the PositionMEFMI invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced professionals who are nationals of MEFMI member countries for the position of Human Resources Manager.Reporting to the Director of Finance and Administration, the Human Resources Manager will provide strategic and operational leadership for the Institute's human capital management function.The successful candidate will advise management on HR matters and lead the development and implementation of people strategies, policies, systems and programmes aligned with MEFMI's strategic objectives.Key Performance Areas1. HR Strategy and AlignmentAlign workforce planning, human resource needs and talent requirements with MEFMI's strategic priorities.2. Performance ManagementStrengthen performance management, accountability, productivity and continuous improvement across the Institute.3. Talent Acquisition and RetentionAttract, recruit, onboard, develop and retain competent, high-performing employees.4. HR Policies, Systems and ComplianceDevelop, review and implement effective HR policies, procedures and systems while ensuring compliance with applicable requirements.5. Learning and DevelopmentDrive staff development, leadership development, coaching, mentoring and continuous learning initiatives.6. Employee Engagement and WellbeingPromote employee engagement, motivation, wellbeing and a positive organisational culture.7. Compensation and BenefitsConduct benchmarking and provide recommendations on competitive, equitable and effective remuneration and employee benefits.8. HR Information Systems, Analytics and AIUse HR data, analytics, technology and Artificial Intelligence to support evidence-based decision-making, workforce planning and strategic staff-management insights.9. Organisational Development and Change ManagementSupport organisational effectiveness, transformation, restructuring and change-management initiatives.10. HR Advisory ServicesProvide responsive, professional and strategic HR advice and support to management and staff.Qualifications and ExperienceApplicants must possess:- A Master's Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Industrial Psychology, Organisational Psychology or a related field.- At least five years of progressive professional experience, including at least three years at supervisory or managerial level in a human resource management function.- A demonstrable understanding of strategic and operational HR management.- Strong people-management and interpersonal skills.Added AdvantagesThe following will be advantageous:- A PhD in a relevant field.- Professional HR certification(s).- Membership of a recognised human resources professional body or personnel management institute.- Experience working in a regional, international or multilateral organisation.- Knowledge and practical experience in HR analytics, Artificial Intelligence, strategic HR management and organisational development.Core CompetenciesCandidates should demonstrate:- Strong qualitative, quantitative and analytical skills.- Ability to design, develop, implement and deliver training and capacity-building programmes.- Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.- Strong leadership and team-management skills, particularly in a regional or multi-country environment.- Experience designing and delivering professional presentations, workshops and training programmes.- Strong interpersonal, stakeholder-engagement and relationship-management skills.- Ability to work effectively in multicultural and diverse environments.- Strategic thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills.Terms and BenefitsThe successful candidate will be appointed on a three-year fixed-term contract, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and applicable terms and conditions of service.MEFMI offers an attractive remuneration package in United States dollars (USD), competitive with those offered by comparable regional organisations.How to ApplyInterested and suitably qualified candidates should submit:1. An updated and detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).2. A cover letter clearly indicating the position being applied for.Email: recruitment@mefmi.orgApplications must be submitted electronically. Hard-copy applications will not be accepted.At this stage, applicants are requested to submit only their CV and cover letter. Certificates and other supporting documents are not required at this stage.Deadline: 23 October 2026 at 16:30 hoursOnly shortlisted candidates will be contacted.MEFMI is an equal opportunity employer. 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Apply by email: recruitment@mefmi.org