Republic of Yemen Economic Opportunities Fund (EOF) Presidency of Council of Ministers The Government of Yemen, represented by the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation (MOPIC), has received a Grant from IFAD and the European Commission as well a co-finance from the Islamic Bank for Development and Yemen government for the establishment of the Economic Opportunities Fund (EOF) The Economic Opportunities Fund has been be created by Government decree No. 183-2010 as a public-private partnership working to improve the economic status of poor women and men in rural areas. Accordingly, its structure is based on three core pillars, namely value chain development, economic infrastructure, and rural financial services; and the EOF constitutes an institutional arrangement that allows the application of several principles: Cost recovery & sustainability, Multi-sectoral approach, Private sector orientation, Social agenda, and Equity investments. The EOF is the key institution for the management, implementation and supervision of the Economic Opportunities Programme, the Fisheries Investment Project and Rural Employment Programmes (REP).
Rural Employment Programmes (REP): The ‘YemenInvest’ Rural Employment Programme’s (REP) goal is to improve the economic status of poor rural households through creation of sustainable and diversified employment opportunities. In particular, the programme will invest in value chain development in sectors viz. (i) natural stones, (ii) textile; (iii) herbal, medicinal and aromatic plants as well as on several micro-, small and medium activities such as furniture and handicraft. Also, with regard to the above, the programmes will focus on rural investment financing; export promotion; rural labour market intermediation; and policy and partnerships. The project is national in scope and initially will focus on seven governorates: Abyan, Shabwa, Dhamar, Hajjah, Hodeidah, Lahej and Taiz. REP’s main target groups are unemployed and underemployed young women and men in rural areas below the poverty line. Specific focus is placed on young women and men entering rural labor market, and decent work compliance will be considered to the extent feasible. It is estimated that the project will directly benefit 50,000 households in the rural areas Currently, under the ‘YemenInvest-Rural Employment Programme’, EOF seeks qualified Yemeni candidates to fulfill the following post HR/Administrative Assistant The incumbent will be responsible for performing a variety of human resource support duties. Assist in maintaining the human resource database and all employee records and files. Handle payroll processing and tracks and reports payroll information. Complete assigned reporting functions involving attendance statistics, termination, hire and transfer data, and other information assigned. Provide recommendations regarding the development and administration of human resource policies and programs. Assist in informing new employees of human resource policies and programs as needed. Performs general office support functions and assists area personnel as necessary. He /She will act under the supervision of the EOF Admin Manager. The HR / Admin Assistant will be responsible for:
Duties and Responsibilities: • Answering phone calls, dealing with enquiries and provide general information to job applicants regarding HR procedures.
• Preparing and issuing employment contracts to new employees.
• Making sure that all employee records are accurate and well maintained.
• Organizing induction ceremonies and training for new staff.
• Compiling the following data about employees: payroll - such as hours worked, taxes, pension contributions and also timesheets.
• Setting up and maintaining the employee’s personnel files.
• Updating both manual and electronic personnel records when the employees personal details change.
• Involved in the performance review of staff.
• Gather personnel records from other departments and/ or employees.
• Authorizing and issuing pay-slips.
• Finalizing paperwork for when a member of staff leaves employment.
• Researching employee's references and academic qualifications.
• Assisting with the recruitment and selection process.
• Checking all records to ensure they conform to the requirements of the data protection act.
• Reading all correspondence including inquiry letters, job applications and CVs that are sent in.
• Screening telephone calls for the senior recruitment managers.
• Writing job adverts and posting them on newspaper and online job boards.
• Managing a employees sickness records and paperwork.
• Attending exit interviews.
• Present when disciplinary hearings are held.
• Involved in the disciplinary and grievance procedure.
• Due to nature of fund’s activities, above mentioned tasks are indicative only and are subject to change. Others/additional
tasks may be delegated to meet fund’s objectives.
• Perform and Assist with any other duties as required by Supervisor. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE; The combatant should have relevant experiences in internationally financed programmes systems, with or a closely related field with 3 years experience in HR, S/he will demonstrate ability to manage processes and maintain accurate records and has the ability to work independently and to maintain flexibility in working hours. S/he should demonstrate the ability to coordinate tasks in order to meet deadlines S/he should have a good interpersonal skills; ability to work in a multi-cultural, and maintain effective work relationships with counterparts, in particular should have,
a) University degree in social sciences, public or business administration and or other related area.
b) S/he should have a relevant experience, of which preferably; experience in providing assistance in project/programme implementation and Should be fluent in written and spoken English, and Arabic with Computer literacy as an essential. Application Process: Interested qualified candidates are encouraged to apply for these positions by sending the detailed CV and a cover letter clearly mentioning the position applying for in the email/letter subject line to the following email address: [email protected].
EOF is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified female candidates and people with disabilities, and minorities are highly encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with strictest confidence.
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