Human Resource Assistant at FAO (NGO) – Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Job Title. Human Resource Assistant
Company. NGO FAO The Food and Agriculture Organization’s
Location. Dar es salaam, Tanzania
Job Type full time
Organizational Setting
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment and a better life, leaving no one behind.
FAO is a specialized agency of the UN that leads international efforts to defeat hunger. FAO's goal is to achieve food security for all and ensure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives. With 195 Members (194 countries and the European Union), FAO works in over 130 countries worldwide.
FAO Tanzania office is working under overall corporate guidance and in line with the Strategic Framework, offer policy advice and supports the country in the mandated areas of FAO, facilitating through partnerships, resources and an active country programme providing technical assistance, developing capacities and delivering core services while fully observing international standards of accountability to establish leadership and strengthen impact at the country level.
Reporting Lines
The Human Resources Assistant will work under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative and the direct supervision of the Assistant FAO Representative (Administration), with overall guidance from the Representation Human Resources Specialist. The Human Resources Assistant will collaborate closely with colleagues within the Representation office as well as colleagues from other FAO offices, to provide and coordinate human resources management support.
Technical Focus
The Human Resources Assistant coordinates and performs the full range of human resources support functions. He/she ensures quality, transparency and consistency of data and processes within his/her area of responsibility and contributes to the smooth functioning of human resources operations.
Tasks And Responsibilities
Support the overall hiring plan for hiring of national and international affiliate workforce.
Develop and/or review Terms of Reference of affiliate workforce and ensure compliance with current standards and regulations.
Coordinate and manage the publication of calls to attract candidates for vacancies related to national and international affiliate workforce, ensuring proper dissemination to attract qualified talent.
Organize and facilitate the selection process, including coordinating interviews with the selection panel and preparing reports on evaluated candidates.
Manage the complete cycle of contracts for national and international affiliate workforce in the Global Resource Management System (GRMS), ensuring the collection and verification of required documentation.
Supervise the validity of contracts for national and international affiliate workforce in and take appropriate measures in coordination with supervisors for renewal or termination as necessary.
Provide administrative support, including recording worked hours for the payment of fees to national and international consultants and other related tasks.
Collaborate in implementing actions to promote a respectful and harmonious work environment, aligned with the organization's values and commitments.
Facilitate knowledge exchange and best practices within the office, promoting collaboration, continuous learning, and innovation.
Assist in the performance evaluation process of national and international consultants, providing logistical and administrative support for the preparation and recording of their performance evaluation reports (QAR).
Ensure strict confidentiality in the handling of personnel records, contractual information, and other sensitive organizational data.
Perform additional duties as assigned in support of HR operations and office priorities.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
University degree in Human resources management, Business Administration or any other related field
Four years of relevant experience in administrative and/or human resources support work, with at least two years in HR management.
Working knowledge (proficient - level C) of English and Swahili.
National of the United Republic of Tanzania or resident of the country with a valid work permit.
FAO Core Competencies
Results Focus
Teamwork
Communication
Building Effective Relationships
Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
Very good knowledge of the MS Office applications, Internet and office technology equipment
Very good knowledge of the essential elements of human resources activities and transactions, including corporate policies, rules and procedures related to recruitment and selection of staff.
Very good knowledge of ERP corporate computerized administrative systems.
Good knowledge of the communication and documentation standards.
Ability to draft all types of communications, documents and reports in line with the corporate standards and required protocols and to verbally communicate with internal clients and external partners.
Selection Criteria
Ability to work under pressure ensuring the precisions of deliveries.
Ability to plan, establish priorities and coordinate support activities at corporate level.
Job Posting
27/Mar/2026
Closure Date
13/Apr/2026, 4:59:00 PM
Organizational Unit
FRURT - FAO Representation in Tanzania
Job Type
Non-staff opportunities
Type of Requisition
PSA (Personal Services Agreement)
Grade Level
N/A
Primary Location
Tanzania, United Republic of-Dar Es Salaam
Duration
11 months (with possibility of extension)
Post Number
N/A
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FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.
FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture
Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values
FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination
All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization.
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