Human Resources Coordinator – Pemba, Mozambique

About the role

The Human Resources Coordinator provides operational HR support across the Country Office and Area Offices in Mozambique. Working under the HR Manager, the role ensures consistent, efficient and employee‑focused delivery of HR services, complying with NRC standards and local labour legislation.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment processes, from attraction to hiring, in line with NRC policies.
• Maintain accurate personnel records, contracts and HR databases throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Manage onboarding logistics, work permits, visas and accommodation for new staff.
• Monitor probation periods, contract renewals, staff movements and separations.
• Facilitate staff induction, mandatory training and learning‑and‑development activities.
• Support performance management, goal setting and employee development initiatives.
• Provide guidance on HR policies, benefits, leave administration and workplace practices.
• Prepare HR reports, workforce statistics and data analysis for decision‑making.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Organizational Psychology, Law or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in an NGO or humanitarian context.
• Strong knowledge of Mozambican labour legislation and NGO HR standards.
• Fluency in English and Portuguese, both written and verbal.
• Commitment to humanitarian principles, professional ethics and confidentiality.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Experience with HR Information Systems (HRIS) and employee records management.
• Recruitment and talent acquisition processes.
• Training facilitation and capacity‑building experience.
• Work permit, immigration and visa support procedures.