Global Human Resources Officer

How to Apply
To apply please use the link: https://lutheranworld.hire.trakstar.com/jobs/fk0pnny?cjb_hash=O_QoEd34&apply_now=true

You will need to answer some questions, and submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your motivation and relevant experience by May 31, 2025. The recruitment may be closed earlier if the right candidate is found.

Location Prague, Czech Republic
Work time 100%, Full time job
Contract type National employment contract (Czech work authorization required)
Contract duration Two to three years
Start date as soon as possible
Application deadline 31 May, 2025

About Us
We are Lutheran World Federation Prague z.s. (LWF Prague), a local NGO in the Czech Republic providing global-level technical and advisory support to LWF World Service and its Country Programs, and promoting intercultural dialogue and local initiatives within Czechia. For more information about LWF Prague, please check: Prague | The Lutheran World Federation World Service
The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) World Service is the humanitarian and development arm of the Lutheran World Federation, working in over 20 countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, and Europe. Our mission is people-centered and rights-based, with a commitment to justice, peace, and dignity for all. It is particularly known for its timely, compassionate, and professional humanitarian work, and for field presence in hard-to-reach areas. For more information about LWF World Service, please check: LWF World Service | The Lutheran World Federation World Service

About the Role
We are looking for Global HR Officer, who will provide day-to-day HR support to international staff and decentralized staff members of LWF World Service. This includes recruitment coordination, contract administration, onboarding support and global HR data management.

Main Duties

1. HR Administration and Support
o Prepare employment contracts and related documentation for international field staff, decentralized staff members and consultants of LWF World Service and its Country Programs
o Support onboarding and offboarding processes, including medical clearances, insurance enrollment, travel arrangements and exit documentation
o Coordinate and process HR-related payments, including electronic payment vouchers (ePVs), , and reimbursements
o Support monthly payroll preparation by collecting and verifying staff data
o Provide guidance to international staff on HR policies and procedures in coordination with the Global HR Manager
o Maintain staff records and draft work attestations or certificates as needed

2. Recruitment and Hiring
o Coordinate full recruitment cycle
o Prepare contract offers and assist with travel logistics for selected candidates
o Liaise with external service providers (e.g., medical clearance, travel agents) during recruitment and end of assignment
o Collects the references including the safeguarding references through the Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS)
o Support recruitment processes in Country Programs upon request

3. Information, Reporting, and Data Management
o Maintain and update HR data systems to ensure timely and accurate reporting
o Support the collection of HR metrics and contribute to internal statistics and compliance reports (e.g., MDS updates, HR statistics)
o Provide support to HR focal points in Country Programs in using the online recruitment platform
o Facilitate knowledge sharing and updates within the HR Community of Practice (CoP), including minute-taking as needed
o Ensure the secure filing, archiving, and confidentiality of personnel data

We are looking for:
o University degree in Human Resources, Administration, Law or related field
o Minimum 3 years' experience in HR administration and recruitment (preferably in an international or NGO setting)
o Experience working with HR information systems and online recruitment tools. Preferably also experience in a role of functional foc