AATF is seeking a visionary and results-oriented Human Resources Manager to lead AATF’s people strategy and drive a value-based, high-performing culture across their international operations.
The Human Resources Manager will lead the strategic and operational delivery of the HR function—ensuring that our workforce is empowered, well-supported, compliant, and aligned with the Foundation’s mission. The role will oversee talent acquisition, performance management, organizational development, HR governance, staff wellbeing, and digital transformation of HR systems.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Strategic HR Leadership : Provide advisory support to senior leadership on workforce planning, organizational structure, and HR governance to enhance performance and compliance.
- Talent Acquisition & Onboarding : Lead full-cycle recruitment processes, including executive hiring. Oversee onboarding and staff induction across programs and country offices.
- Performance & Staff Development : Manage performance appraisal systems.
Design staff development plans, deliver training programs, and promote structured career growth.
Policy Development & Compliance : Develop and enforce HR policies and procedures in line with applicable labor laws, safeguarding standards, and donor requirements.Compensation & Benefits Administration : Manage salary structures, staff contracts, medical and pension schemes, and insurance benefits. Support payroll inputs and claims processing.Organizational Design & Job Evaluation : Coordinate role design, job grading, and salary reviews to ensure efficiency, fairness, and alignment with market standards.Digital Transformation & HR Systems : Drive HRIS implementation and automation of HR processes. Leverage data for workforce planning, analytics, and reporting.Employee Relations & Change Management : Promote positive work culture, address grievances, and guide disciplinary procedures. Support staff transitions during organizational change.Subsidiaries support : Support of multiple programs, countries or entities in set up of HR units, and administration of HR functions including payroll, staff files, etc.QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in human resource management, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree will be an added advantage)Postgraduate diploma and / or Professional certification such as CHRP, SHRM-CP, or CIPD is required.Certifications in Human Resources Audit is desired.Minimum of 8 years’ progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a managerial or strategic role.Prior experience working in international NGO settings or multi-country operations is a strong advantage.Proven experience in strategic human resource planning and effective implementation of HR initiatives.Demonstrated expertise in talent acquisition, including executive-level recruitment.Hands-on experience in performance management systems and driving staff engagement strategies.Strong background in HR policy development, with a solid understanding of labor laws and compliance requirements.Experience managing employee benefits and implementing Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS).KEY COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS
Strategic HR planning and implementation.Talent acquisition and executive recruitment.Performance management and staff engagement.Policy formulation and legal compliance.Benefits administration and HRIS implementation.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.High integrity, discretion, and cross-cultural sensitivity.How to apply
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