MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION:

a. Education: A minimum of Bachelor’s degree in a field of study closely related to human resources, personnel administration and management is required.

b. Prior Work Experience: Minimum of four years of progressively responsible experience in the field of Personnel Management and human resources development is required, including experience leading personnel operations in Government, Non-Government, Private sector and/or international organization.

c. Language Proficiency: Level IV (Fluent) Speaking/Reading/Writing English and Nepali is required.

d. Job Knowledge: A thorough knowledge of the concepts, techniques and practices of Human Resources Development and Personnel Management is required. The Specialist must be able to develop through coaching and training an in-depth knowledge of applicable laws and agency regulations and instructions, related to management and personnel programs. Must have a sound knowledge of basic managerial principles and the ability to apply these principles/practices when applicable, the ability to provide effective leadership and ability to provide appropriate counseling. The Specialist must be able to develop and demonstrate thorough knowledge of AID & USG regulations relating to management, personnel and contracting including FAR, AID Handbooks standardized regulations and FAM. The job holder is required to have some familiarity with local labor law as it relates to employment under contracts.

e. Skills and Abilities: The Specialist must demonstrate an ability to plan, develop, manage, and supervise a full range of personnel operations. The ability to establish and maintain contacts with senior level USAID officials, Embassy personnel and among professional counterparts within the business community is essential. Demonstrated capacity to inspire confidence of both local employees and U.S. personnel at all levels to facilitate effective working relationships is required. The Specialist must be able to develop creative approaches to dealing with problems or matters for which there is little precedent. An ability to work under pressure and under difficult situations is a characteristic of the job. The Specialist must be able to handle sensitive personnel issues and concerns tactfully and diplomatically, while maintaining confidentiality and trust.  The Specialist must be a good team player and complement the team’s strengths as well as be able to independently complete tasks and activities when needed.

The Specialist must be able to promote a work environment that fosters respect for each other, equity, diversity, and inclusion and that does not tolerate harassment, exclusion, and inequality. The Specialist must develop an understanding and appreciation for diversity and inclusion and actively participate in enhancing work force diversity through USAID/Nepal recruitment efforts.

Foreign Service National Security Certification and medical clearance: The ability to obtain the required foreign national security certification and medical clearances for the position is considered a minimum qualification. See section V below.

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