The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) has announced a vacancy for a Human Resource and Administration Manager based in Kampala, Uganda. The opportunity offers experienced human resource professionals the chance to contribute to one of the world’s leading humanitarian organizations while supporting critical operations that serve refugees, internally displaced persons, and vulnerable communities.

The position is designed for a highly qualified HR professional capable of leading and managing the organization’s human resources and administrative functions across Uganda while ensuring compliance with organizational policies and national regulations.

Strategic Leadership Role in Human Resources

The Human Resource and Administration Manager will oversee the HR function for DRC Uganda and provide leadership to the Human Resources and Administration teams at the country office in Kampala. The successful candidate will also offer technical support and guidance to field offices throughout the country.

The role includes responsibility for:

• Leading and managing HR and administration teams

• Supporting workforce planning and staff development

• Coordinating with HR legal advisors

• Providing technical HR guidance to managers and employees

• Ensuring efficient support to field operations

• Developing and implementing HR strategies and work plans

• Supporting country-level organizational planning and decision-making

The position plays a key role in aligning human resource initiatives with DRC’s operational objectives and humanitarian mission.

Key Responsibilities Across the Employee Lifecycle

The successful candidate will oversee all major HR functions, ensuring effective people management throughout the employee lifecycle.

Recruitment and Talent Acquisition

The HR and Administration Manager will lead recruitment processes and ensure compliance with DRC hiring procedures.

Responsibilities include:

• Reviewing job descriptions and vacancy notices

• Coordinating job advertisements

• Supporting longlisting and shortlisting processes

• Organizing assessments and interviews

• Conducting reference checks

• Maintaining recruitment records

• Providing recruitment progress updates to senior management

The manager will also oversee onboarding and induction processes to ensure new employees are successfully integrated into the organization.

Contracts, Compensation, and Payroll

The role includes managing employment contracts and ensuring accurate compensation administration for national staff.

Key duties include:

• Managing employment contracts and extensions

• Processing contract amendments and resignations

• Supporting salary benchmarking exercises

• Administering payroll processes

• Maintaining secure employee records

• Ensuring systematic HR filing systems

These responsibilities help ensure compliance, transparency, and operational efficiency across the organization.

Supporting Performance and Staff Development

Employee growth and performance management form a significant component of the position.

The successful candidate will:

• Oversee annual performance reviews

• Monitor probation and appraisal processes

• Advise managers on performance-related issues

• Support disciplinary procedures

• Coordinate employee exits and exit interviews

• Develop staff training plans

• Strengthen learning and development initiatives

The role aims to foster a productive workplace culture while supporting professional growth among employees.

Promoting Employee Well-Being

The organization places significant emphasis on staff welfare and well-being.

The Human Resource and Administration Manager will be responsible for:

• Supporting implementation of staff well-being initiatives

• Managing communication related to staff insurance

• Providing guidance on welfare resources

• Supporting managers in employee engagement initiatives

• Leading workplace well-being programmes

The position contributes to creating a supportive and healthy work environment for both national and international staff.

Administrative Oversight and Operational Support

Beyond human resources, the role includes oversight of key administrative functions essential to daily operations.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing office administration systems and procedures

• Monitoring rental contracts and office facilities

• Overseeing issuance of office equipment and identification cards

• Managing office supplies and inventory

• Supporting expatriate staff arrivals and logistics

• Coordinating visa and travel arrangements

These functions are critical to maintaining efficient operations across DRC Uganda’s programmes.

Qualifications and Experience Required

The Danish Refugee Council is seeking candidates with substantial experience in humanitarian human resource management.

Required qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or Social Sciences specializing in Human Resources

• Minimum six years of HR experience within humanitarian organizations

• At least two years in a senior HR management position within an international NGO

• Strong knowledge of human resource principles and practices

• Excellent people management and advisory skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities

• Fluency in written and spoken English

Preferred qualifications include:

• Master’s Degree in a relevant field

• Experience supporting multicultural teams

• Strong facilitation and training skills

• Exceptional organizational and analytical capabilities

Demonstrating DRC Core Competencies

Applicants are expected to demonstrate the Danish Refugee Council’s five core competencies:

• Striving for Excellence

• Collaborating

• Taking the Lead

• Communicating

• Demonstrating Integrity

These competencies reflect the organization’s commitment to professionalism, accountability, ethical conduct, and humanitarian values.

Contract Details and Application Process

The position is based in Kampala, Uganda, under a national contract arrangement.

Position details include:

• Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

• Contract Length: Five Months

• Start Date: August 2026

• Employment Band: M F1

Interested candidates must submit:

• An updated CV of no more than four pages

• A cover letter in English

Applications submitted via email will not be considered.

Supporting Humanitarian Impact Through Effective People Management

As one of the world’s leading humanitarian organizations, DRC continues to support displaced populations across nearly 30 countries. The Human Resource and Administration Manager position offers an opportunity to contribute directly to this mission by ensuring effective workforce management and operational excellence.

Qualified professionals with extensive humanitarian HR experience are encouraged to apply before the application deadline of June 30, 2026.

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