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Human Resources Associate

IOMDakar, Senegal
Category | Grade:General | G-5Deadline:9 Aug 2026Job ID:22240Posted on:27 Jul 2026
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Overview

Coordinate human-resources administration for IOM’s Senegal Country Office, covering recruitment, onboarding, contracts, entitlements, leave, records, performance processes and staff support. The associate maintains HR systems, prepares personnel reports, organises learning activities and guides colleagues on procedures.

Department: Human Resources Unit, Senegal Country Office

Languages

Required: French

Desired: English, Local language

Minimum Experience

3 years

Estimated Salary

Not available

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate recruitment processes from terms of reference through offers and reference checks
  • Manage onboarding documents, medical clearance, insurance and orientation activities
  • Maintain personnel data, contracts, entitlements and administrative actions in HR systems
  • Administer leave records and guide staff through request and approval processes
  • Prepare separation, classification, promotion and disciplinary documentation
  • Maintain personnel, recruitment and policy records and produce HR reports
  • Monitor performance-evaluation compliance and advise staff on the system
  • Organise staff-development activities and train new and junior colleagues

Requirements

  • Secondary-school diploma with five years of relevant experience, or a bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, psychology or a related field with three years of experience
  • Knowledge of human-resources administrative policies, procedures and processes
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and human-resources information systems
  • Ability to maintain accuracy and confidentiality and prioritise work to deadlines
  • Fluency in written and spoken French

Skills

Recruitment AdministrationEmployee OnboardingPersonnel AdministrationLeave AdministrationHR Information SystemsPerformance ManagementRecords ManagementEmployee SupportContract AdministrationHR ReportingStaff Training

Tools

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft OutlookSAP

Additional info

  • The offer is subject to funding confirmation
  • Recommended candidates may remain eligible for similar positions for 24 months
  • Appointment is subject to medical, accreditation, residency, visa and security clearances