Description

The Human Resources Manager supports the mission of Dakar Academy by fostering an environment that encourages Christian faith and service among staff and students. This role serves as a key liaison between staff and administration, and between the school and partnering sending agencies.

The HR Manager oversees staff data management, recruitment processes, on-boarding and orientation, and the overall support and coaching of staff throughout their transition and employment. The HR Manager also participates as a member of various administrative and management teams.

Objectives of the Role
Serve as a liaison among school staff, administration, and sending agencies, ensuring clear communication and strong partnership.

• Lead the recruitment and retention of highly qualified staff.
• Strengthen staff longevity through effective coaching and support.
• Provide resources, policies, benefits and procedures that promote fairness, clarity, and consistency in daily operations.
• Oversee the accuracy and security of staff data.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities

Staff Support

• Serve as a point of contact for staff concerns, applying Biblical principles in coaching and problem-solving.
• Regularly assess staffing needs through notices of intent, surveys, and ongoing conversations with the Director, Principals, and Recruitment department.
• Schedule and conduct initial interviews with qualified candidates and exit interviews with departing staff.
• Collaborate with Recruiting and department heads to determine appropriate placement for new staff.
• Work closely with Admin to ensure effective communication and provide support as needed.
• Oversee compliance with accreditation requirements, credentials, and staff documentation.
• Provide coaching to support staff in their emotional and spiritual growth.

Data Management

• Safeguard personal information of current staff and applicants.
• Maintain an updated database of approved job descriptions.
• Review annual bonus reports and monitor employee absences and leave.
• Assist with the submission and review of mid-year commitment contracts for returning staff.
• Support the continual updating of DA policies and procedures and contribute to new policy creation when needed.

Orientation & On-boarding

• Work with the HR Office to prepare pre-field orientation materials for new staff and their sending agencies once appointments are confirmed.
• Collaborate with Admin and HR team members to plan and execute on-site new staff orientation programs, including condensed sessions for mid-year hires.
• Conduct annual reviews of orientation materials and revise as needed.
• Provide support to ensure successful cross-cultural and overseas transitions for staff.

Adjunct HR Staff Management

• Supervise HR team and other assigned staff; conduct annual performance evaluations.

Sending Agency Relationships
Maintain communication and updated agreements with each sending agency regarding:

• Position openings
• Posting agreements
• Volunteer agreements
• Home Ministry Assignment (leave of absence) schedules
• Termination of service when necessary

The HR Manager will perform other duties as assigned by the Director.

Requirements

Skills and Qualifications

• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of administrative experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience or training in cross-cultural transition preferred.
• Agreement to abide by the decisions of the Board and Administration of Dakar Academy.