Human Resources Manager

Human Resources Manager – Kinshasa

Humanitarian Action for Africa (HAA) is recruiting a Human Resources Manager to lead the administrative and strategic management of the organization's human resources.

Under the supervision of the Country Director, the post holder will be responsible for managing staff, from recruitment to the end of the contract, including personnel administration, payroll, skills development, performance management and labor relations.

Position information

• Position: Human Resources Manager
• Type of recruitment: External
• Type of contract: Fixed-term contract
• Duration: 12 months, renewable subject to performance and availability of funding
• Number of positions: 1
• Duty station: Kinshasa (national headquarters)
• Mobility: Occasional missions to the provinces of intervention
• Line manager: Country Director
• Start date: As soon as possible
• Application deadline: 5 October 2026

About HAA

Humanitarian Action for Africa (HAA) is a national humanitarian organization committed to protecting vulnerable populations and improving access to essential services in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

HAA operates in contexts marked in particular by conflict, population displacement and climate shocks, placing dignity, inclusion, responsibility, transparency and accountability to communities at the heart of its action.

HAA applies a zero-tolerance policy against any form of exploitation, abuse, fraud, corruption and discrimination.

Purpose of the position

Under the supervision of the Country Director, the Human Resources Manager handles the administrative and strategic management of HAA's staff.

They ensure in particular the proper management of recruitment, contracts, payroll, skills development and labor relations, while guaranteeing compliance with Congolese labor law, HAA's internal procedures and the applicable donor requirements.

The position is full-time (100%).

Main responsibilities

The Human Resources Manager will in particular be responsible for:

• Developing, updating and ensuring the application of HAA's HR policies and procedures, in particular the staff handbook and internal rules;
• Leading the recruitment, selection and onboarding processes for national staff;
• Managing employment contracts, individual staff files, leave, absences and contract terminations;
• Preparing and checking payroll as well as social and tax declarations (CNSS, INPP, ONEM, IPR) in collaboration with the finance department;
• Ensuring compliance with the DRC Labor Code, the applicable regulations and donor requirements;
• Developing and monitoring the staff training and skills development plan;
• Supporting supervisors and managers in performance management, objective setting and annual appraisals;
• Managing labor relations and contributing to the prevention and handling of conflicts and disciplinary procedures;
• Keeping the organizational chart, job descriptions, salary scale and HR dashboards up to date;
• Contributing to the dissemination of, and compliance with, the protection, zero-tolerance and anti-harassment and anti-fraud policies;
• Guaranteeing the confidentiality and security of staff data;
• Contributing to any other activity necessary for the proper management of the organization's human resources.

Required profile

Education

Hold at least a university degree at Bachelor's level in human resources management, law, administrative sciences, occupational psychology, management or an equivalent field.

Professional experience

• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in human resources management, including at least 2 years in a position of responsibility;
• Proven experience in personnel administration, payroll management and social declarations in the DRC;
• Experience in a national or international NGO or in donor-funded projects is an asset;
• Experience in conducting recruitment processes and managing labor relations.

Skills and qualities

• Good command of the DRC Labor Code and of the applicable social and tax regulations;
• Good command of personnel management tools and procedures, in particular contracts, payroll, appraisals and training plans;
• Strong analytical skills and ability to advise managers;
• Excellent skills in drafting HR documents and correspondence;
• Good command of IT tools, in particular Word and advanced Excel, as well as payroll or HRIS software;
• Excellent interpersonal skills, listening skills, diplomacy and ability to handle sensitive situations;
• Fluency in French. Knowledge of English and Lingala is an asset;
• Integrity, confidentiality, rigor and sense of responsibility.

Application file

Interested candidates are invited to submit:

• A cover letter;
• A detailed CV of a maximum of 2 pages, including professional references;
• Copies of diplomas, certificates and an identity document;
• Any other relevant document that may support the application.

How to apply?

Applications must be sent exclusively by e-mail to: recrutement@h-action-africa.org

Email subject: Application – Human Resources Manager – Kinshasa

No hard-copy applications will be accepted.

The application deadline is 5 October 2026. Any application received after this date will not be considered.

HAA's recruitment process is entirely free of charge. No payment is required at any stage of the process. Any telephone canvassing or any attempt to influence the recruitment process is strictly prohibited and will result in the immediate disqualification of the application.

Equal opportunities

HAA promotes diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities in its recruitment processes. Applications from women are strongly encouraged.

HAA thanks all interested persons for their applications. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.