Human Resources Assistant (Damascus)

About the role

The Human Resources Assistant will support the Field Human Resources Department in Damascus, handling HR records, recruitment, payroll and staff queries. The position is a daily paid assignment with the possibility of extension.

Key responsibilities

• Verify and update HR records, forms and certificates in the HRM system.
• Draft routine correspondence, complete Personnel Action Forms and prepare statistical reports.
• Assist in recruitment activities, including job ads, screening, test administration and interview support.
• Process complementary contracts, verify approvals, enter data and review payroll results.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail, document scanning, filing of personnel records and briefing of new staff.
• Enter payroll, entitlement and movement data into the HRM system.
• Support performance management by assisting staff and supervisors with the electronic system and generating related reports.
• Provide backup for other HR team members and perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Required profile

• Successful completion of secondary education and a two‑year post‑secondary diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field.
• At least four years of relevant experience in HR management or administrative duties.
• Knowledge of UNRWA Staff Rules and Regulations is desirable.
• Fluency in English (UN Level II) and Arabic (UN Level I) – reading, writing, listening and speaking.

Required skills

• Demonstrated computer skills, including proficiency with databases and spreadsheets.
• Experience using HR information systems (HRM System) for data entry and reporting.

What we offer

• Daily rate of $27.12 (Grade 10) with the possibility of a reduced work schedule.
• One day of annual leave and one day of sick leave for each completed month of service.