Human Resources Assistant- QITABI 3

Organization Summary    

RTI International is an independent, nonprofit research institute dedicated to improving the human condition.  Our staff of nearly 6,000 works in more than 75 countries—tackling hundreds of projects each year to address complex social and scientific challenges on behalf of governments, businesses, foundations, universities, and other clients and partners. Through independent research and science-based programs, we are making positive impacts on people and communities around the world. Our diverse team embraces challenges in an inclusive atmosphere that values work-life balance and creates global opportunities for career development. If you’re looking for a dynamic workplace culture, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to grow, join our team and discover the RTI Difference.    

Division Summary    

RTI International is supporting education development around the world by strengthening education policy, management and practice to achieve measurable improvement in teaching and learning. From our well-established reputation in education system strengthening, to innovative work in early grade assessment and learning, RTI is improving education quality, relevance and efficiency through implementation of projects funded by USAID, DFID and other donors and clients.      

Project Summary 

USAID/Lebanon has recently awarded RTI a $97 million USD, five-year Cooperative Agreement to build on nearly a decade of investments in the education system under Quality Instruction Towards Access and Basic Education (QITABI) 1 and 2. The purpose of QITABI 3 is to further strengthen education service government systems to yield student learning improvements across all of Lebanon’s public schools (first and second shifts) and in select low cost private schools that are vulnerable and economically disadvantaged. The activity will target an estimated 350,000 girls and boys in over a thousand of Lebanon’s public schools and vulnerable, economically disadvantaged low-cost private schools and will support the education system’s overall capacity to plan, budget, deliver, monitor, evaluate and institutionalize quality educational services by providing in-depth technical assistance to the Center for Educational Research and Development (CERD) and the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MEHE). 

Position Description  

RTI is seeking a Human Resources Assistant in Lebanon. The HR Assistant will be responsible for the administration, coordination and facilitation of HR programs, processes, and operational support services. 

• Place of work: Beirut, Lebanon 
• Supervisor: Human Resources Manager 

Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:  

• Provide HR operations support to the project including compensation and benefits management, HR information management, performance management, conflict resolution, HR communications, and personnel file compliance. Supports employment and recruitment-related activities for national and regional staff.  
• Contribute to in-country recruitment by drawing on RTI’s database of technical experts and by leveraging recruitment networks.   
• Support processing of documentation for onboarding full-time positions, STTA contracts, regulatory filings, etc.    
• Provide support in developing job descriptions, keeping them updated with evolving requirements, and posting job requisitions.   
• Review incoming applications and screen shortlisted candidates and arrange the interview schedule and ensure all interview feedback is available.     
• Contribute to preparing offers for selected candidates after ensuring proper approval.   
• Facilitate and arrange the on-boarding process for new hires.   
• Provide administrative and logistics support to various activities.  
• Deliver and support employee engagement and motivation activities.  
• Support benchmarking of compensation.  

Required Skills and Qualifications:  

• Highschool diploma and 3 years of experience, Bachelor’s degree preferred  
• Working knowledge of and experience in local labor and employment laws and legal resources.  
• Familiarity with international development systems and policies. USAID experience preferred.  
• High degree of professionalism, discretion, and cultural sensitivity.   
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.     
• Strong writing and presentation skills with ability to communicate well within and across diverse groups and perspectives.  
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills with ability to be flexible and work well under pressure in a multi-tasking environment.  
• Excellent knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and HR systems.   
• Proficiency in English is required.