War Child International is seeking an experienced Roving HR Manager to spearhead the establishment of new Human Resources departments in Kenya and Chad. This full-time, six-month contract role, starting in January 2027, involves designing organizational structures, developing policies, and implementing HR systems from the ground up in these two countries.
The successful candidate will report to the Senior HR Business Partners and play a crucial role in building the organization's people strategy, ensuring legal compliance, and creating operational workflows. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on an international NGO dedicated to supporting children affected by armed conflict.
Quick Facts
| Opportunity | Job |
|---|---|
| Institution | War Child International |
| Department | null |
| Location | null, Global / Remote |
| Region | Global / Remote |
| Open to | International applicants |
| Funding | Not specified |
| Stipend / Salary | null |
| Duration | 6 months |
| Start date | January 2027 |
| Application deadline | 23 November 2026 |
About the Position
The Roving HR Manager will act as an architect for new HR departments in Kenya and Chad. Key responsibilities include designing master organizational charts, conducting job analyses, and establishing transparent salary structures. The role also involves forecasting hiring needs, developing talent acquisition strategies, and ensuring full compliance with national employment and labor laws by drafting comprehensive HR policies and an employee handbook. Furthermore, the manager will set up standardized personnel filing systems, create essential HR forms and templates, and design competitive compensation and benefits frameworks for both expatriate and national staff.
Eligibility
- Relevant degree in Human Resources Management, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Relevant progressive HR experience with a proven track record in setting up an HR department from scratch.
- Deep familiarity with local labor laws, compensation benchmarking, HR tech implementation, and change management.
- Strong interpersonal, policy-writing, coaching, and stakeholder management skills.
- Familiarity with child rights organization setups and the ability to work with remote teams.
- Fluency in English is mandatory; French is an asset.
Benefits
- Meaningful impact: Contribute directly to improving the lives of children and families affected by conflict.
- Professional growth: Opportunities for capacity building and growth through War Child’s global network.
- Global reach: Play a key role in scaling a groundbreaking program across multiple conflict-affected contexts worldwide.
- Collaborative & inclusive culture: Work alongside passionate, mission-driven colleagues in a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace.
Documents Required
- CV
- Cover letter
How to Apply
- Submit your CV and cover letter through the official application channel only.
- Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submission is encouraged.
Source: ReliefWeb Jobs.
Details can change – always confirm eligibility and deadline on the official listing before applying.
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