Head, Human Resources

About the Company

Sudan's Policy Advisory Group (SPAG) is an independent, voluntary-based, and non-partisan group of Sudanese experts providing practitioner perspectives on emerging social, political, and development contexts. Sudan Vision 2030 is a policy-based project aiming to transform Sudan into a leading country in Africa by the year 2030.

Responsibilities

  • Define the vision and strategic direction of human resources management
  • Manage recruitment processes including job descriptions, screening, and interview facilitation
  • Provide workforce trend reporting and insights to senior management
  • Identify risks and ensure quality assurance for people processes and systems
  • Support business process mapping and development of internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Develop and manage candidate rosters and talent pools
  • Implement recruitment marketing approaches and staffing initiatives

Requirements

  • Experience in results-based project implementation and management
  • Experience managing teams and capacity development
  • Prior experience with international development, non-profits, or start-up environments
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • First-level degree in environmental studies, development, programme management, or meteorology
  • Fluency in spoken and written Arabic and English

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to manage complex tasks and prioritize competing demands
  • Proven ability to work independently and take initiative
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