Human Resources Specialist

Location:	Baghdad (Bagdad), Iraq, Middle East
Job Type:	Contract
Posted:	23rd Oct 2007
Closing Date:	5th Nov 2007
Posted By:	International Resources Group (IRG)
Details:
Human Resources Specialist International Resources Group (IRG) is seeking a Senior Human Resources Specialist for a one (1) year assignment in Baghdad, Iraq under a current contract funded by USAID. The HR Specialist is responsible for planning, developing, and implementing a full range of American, Third Country National and Foreign National personnel services to support the USAID Iraq program. Under the general guidance and direction of the Executive Officer, services provided and overseen include position classification, recruitment, and hiring, as well as oversight of mission systems for evaluation, counseling, and training. The HR Specialist advises mission management on personnel policies and issues, and services as the primary Mission point of contact with the Embassy on matters pertaining to post-specific regulations and guidelines affecting American, third and host country employees. IRG's international development staff includes world-renowned specialists who have pioneered many of the analytical techniques used in their fields. IRG's ability to provide management, economic, and technical advice is further enhanced by the diversity, cross-cultural experience, foreign language skills, and management capabilities of staff based in the Washington, DC headquarters, corporate and representational offices in India, Indonesia, Peru and the Philippines, and 20 project dedicated offices around the world. Qualifications: * Sole U.S. Citizenship required and eligibility to qualify for Secret security clearance. * At least 5 years of responsible experience in personnel/human resource management is required. Work experience in a stressful and hostile environment is an asset. * Good knowledge of US Government Personnel Regulations is necessary. * A good knowledge of basic accounting principles to develop sound budgets for PSCs, POs and other complex financial worksheets. Demonstrated analytical ability and sound judgment in effectively interpreting and applying appropriate grade/salary rates in recruiting employees. Overseas experience is preferred. * Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Social Sciences. Courses in recruitment, position classification, personnel administration or closely related subjects are highly desirable. * Previous experience working with federal sector, especially within USAID or the Department of State, is preferred. * Preference given for knowledge and work experience in Arab countries, and for Arabic language skills. International Resources Group (IRG) is an international professional services firm that helps governments, the private sector, communities, and households manage critical resources to build a cleaner, safer, and more prosperous world. Since its inception in 1978, IRG has completed over 750 contracts in 137 countries, delivering high-quality, cost-effective services that promote positive economic growth, institutional and social change, and intelligent use of resources-human, physical, environmental, and financial. Please visit our website to learn more about IRG.

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