FIXED-TERM JOB VACANCY OPERATIONS ASSOCIATE
Please apply immediately or by 11:59 PM EST on 5 December 2017 by visiting our online job portal at https://careers.hrw.org/opportunities/show/?jobid=1535
No calls or email inquiries, please. Only complete applications will be reviewed and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application submission, please email [email protected]
Due to the large response, application submissions via email will not be accepted and inquiries regarding the status of applications will go unanswered.
Applicants for this position must possess current Lebanese work authorization valid for the entirety of the job period.
Human Rights Watch is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in its hiring practices and, in order to build the strongest possible workforce, actively seeks a diverse applicant pool.
Human Rights Watch is an international human rights monitoring and advocacy organization known for its in-depth investigations, its incisive and timely reporting, its innovative and high-profile advocacy campaigns, and its success in changing the human rights-related policies and practices of influential governments and international institutions.
FIXED-TERM JOB VACANCY
OPERATIONS ASSOCIATE
Operations Department
Beirut Office
Application Deadline: December 5, 2017
Human Rights Watch (“HRW”) is seeking an Operations Associate to be responsible for providing day-to-day operational support in finance, human resources, facilities, administration and IT to ensure the smooth and efficient running of HRW’s Beirut office. The position is based in Beirut and reports to the Associate Director of Financial Operations, based in New York. This is a full-time (40 hours per week), fixed-term position from approximately January to June 2018.
Responsibilities:
Finance
- Act as the local Finance representative and assist with the implementation of Finance policies locally;
- Manage the bank accounts and cash flows;
- Process financial transactions including bill payments, expense reimbursements and disbursements;
Human Resources
- Act as the local HR representative and assist with the implementation of HR policies locally;
- Liaise with local government offices, insurance and pension providers, and other HR service providers;
- Assist with the recruitment, on-boarding and departure of local staff, fellows, consultants and interns;
- Administer and process local employee payroll, pensions, health benefits and insurance;
Facilities and Administration
- Maintain the smooth and effective functioning of the office;
- Handle general office maintenance and facilities issues;
- Liaise with suppliers and providers and negotiate commercial and services contracts in a cost-effective manner;
Information Technology
- Liaise with IT/Helpdesk to troubleshoot computer problems and back up and update network files as necessary;
- Liaise with IT or local phone service and internet provider to troubleshoot phone and internet problems; and
Carry out other duties as necessary.
Related Skills and Knowledge:
- Excellent organizational, administrative, financial, and analytical skills are required.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Arabic are required.
- Strong computer knowledge including advanced ability with Microsoft Excel and Word is required.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail are required.
- Self-motivation and the ability to take initiative, prioritize with minimal supervision, problem solve, and work independently as well as function as a member of a team with staff in multiple locations globally are required.
- Ability to work well under pressure while juggling multiple tasks simultaneously and working effectively toward deadlines is required.
- Good judgment, discretion and the ability to maintain confidentiality are essential.
- Experience with finance and human resources databases is highly desirable
Salary and Benefits: HRW seeks exceptional applicants and offers competitive compensation and employer-paid benefits.
NOTE:
Daleel Madani, the civil society network, serves as a platform for organisations to post their professional opportunities, but is not involved in the recruitment process. The hiring organisation is solely responsible for the job and candidate selection.
