The Human Resource Officer will support and manage the full employee lifecycle for SIHA’s Sudan country program. This includes recruitment, onboarding, performance management, contracts and payroll, staff development, welfare, and compliance with Sudan labor laws. The role requires a strong understanding of HR practices within the Sudan context and the ability to deliver efficient and people-centered HR services while maintaining high standards of confidentiality, professionalism, and gender sensitivity. 

The HR Officer plays a key role in supporting SIHA’s mission by fostering a safe, inclusive, and empowering work environment that aligns with feminist principles and strengthens the organization's ability to advance women's rights across Sudan. 

Recruitment & Onboarding:

• Lead end-to-end recruitment processes, including job posting, shortlisting, interviewing, reference checks, and offer preparation. 
• Ensure timely preparation of employment contracts in alignment with SIHA policies and Sudan labor laws. 
• Conduct comprehensive onboarding and orientation sessions to integrate new staff into SIHA’s culture and operational systems. 

 Employee Experience & HR Administration 

• Maintain complete and updated HR personnel files (hard and soft copies), personnel records, and HR databases. 
• Manage staff timesheets, leave tracking, and monthly attendance records. 
• Ensure consistent communication of HR policies and updates to staff across all field locations. 
• Support the implementation of a positive, inclusive, and gender-sensitive work environment. 

Performance Management & Staff Development 

• Coordinate the performance appraisal cycle, ensuring timely goal setting, mid-term reviews, and annual evaluations. 
• Support line managers in addressing performance issues and providing coaching or improvement plans where necessary. 
• Assist in identifying training needs and coordinating staff learning and development initiatives. 

Payroll Processing & Compensation Management 

• Prepare monthly payroll inputs including allowances, deductions, overtime, and leave balances. 
• Collaborate with finance to ensure accurate and timely salary processing. 
• Ensure compliance with statutory deductions in alignment with Sudanese labor legislation. 

Compliance, Policies & Labor Law 

• Ensure all HR practices comply with Sudan labor laws, organizational policies, and donor requirements. 
• Monitor contract renewals, probation evaluations, and documentation for staff movements. 
• Support policy development, staff sensitization, and implementation of HR-related SOPs. 

Staff Relations, Wellbeing & Offboarding 

• Serve as a focal point for staff HR inquiries, welfare concerns, and conflict resolution in consultation with the Operations Manager. 
• Promote a respectful and safe work environment aligned with SIHA’s feminist values. 
• Lead offboarding processes including exit interviews, clearance, and final payments. 
• Monitor workplace grievances and ensure timely, confidential handling in line with SIHA guidelines. 

Education 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field. 
• Professional HR certification is an added advantage. 

Experience 

• Minimum 3–5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably with an INGO or civil society organization in Sudan. 
• Strong understanding of Sudan labor laws and HR practices within the local humanitarian/development sector. 
• Prior experience working with organizations focused on women’s rights, empowerment, or gender justice is a strong advantage. 

Technical Skills 

• Proven ability to manage end-to-end HR processes (recruitment to exit). 
• Strong understanding of payroll processing, timesheet systems, and HR documentation. 
• Familiarity with performance management systems and staff development frameworks. 
• Proficiency in MS Office and HR information management tools. 

Soft Skills 

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving abilities. 
• High integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism. 
• Ability to work in a multicultural team and in a fast-paced, evolving environment. 
• Demonstrated sensitivity to gender, diversity, and power dynamics. 

Key Competencies: 

• Recruitment & Talent Management: Ability to lead full-cycle recruitment, maintaining a talent pipeline and onboarding efficiently. 
• HR Operations & Compliance: Strong command of Sudan labor laws, HR administration, and record-keeping. 
• Performance & Staff Development: Skilled in supporting evaluations, feedback processes, and training initiatives. 
• Payroll & Compensation Management: Competence in preparing payroll inputs and maintaining accurate staff data. 
• Employee Relations & Wellbeing: Ability to handle staff concerns with fairness, confidentiality, and emotional intelligence. 
• Communication & Adaptability: Clear communication in English and Arabic and strong ability to manage competing priorities  

Qualified and motivated candidates should submit their application materials that include a cover letter and latest CV via the link https://airtable.com/appZiq6ztxzJszaiJ/shr8plxyswSj7kYOu not later than February 2, 2026 5pm (EAT). Shortlisting will be on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.