GOAL works in Haiti mainly in vulnerable neighbourhoods in the metropolitan area of Port-au-Prince, and in Jérémie. Since its arrival in Haiti in 2010, GOAL has been helping the most vulnerable people affected by disasters. Today, GOAL is in a phase of strategic transition between emergencies, rehabilitation and development. In all its programmes, GOAL adopts an approach based on community mobilization and participation. All the programmes implemented by GOAL have the common objective of increasing the resilience of communities to risks and disasters by creating a safer environment where access to economic resources is facilitated. Since 2018, GOAL has been implementing projects aimed at strengthening urban resilience, local governance, and the fisheries sector. With the financial support of the European Union, the Irish Government (IA), the US Government (OFDA). Since 2019, with the support of the Irish government, GOAL has been working in coastal communities to strengthen the fishing industry.

JOB SUMMARY
The HR Manager is responsible for leading and managing all human resources functions within GOAL Haiti. This role ensures alignment of HR strategies with organisational goals, compliance with national labour laws, and the development of a high-performing, inclusive, and supportive work environment.


KEY REPONSIBILITIES
1. HR Strategy and Management
• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the overall country program strategy.
• Provide strategic HR advice to the Country Director and senior management team regarding:
o workforce planning;
o risk management;
o organizational development;
• Collaborate with managers to ensure each team has appropriate staffing levels based on operational needs and funding availability;
• Develop and support the implementation of new HR policies and procedures in line with organizational and donor standards;
• Support the Country Director in strengthening HR structures and organizational clarity.

2. HR Compliance and Administration
• Monitor and ensure compliance with employment procedures and policies in accordance with GOAL standards and evolving national labour laws;
• Ensure effective and timely personnel administration, including:
o contract management;
o promotions and role changes;
o leave management;
o terminations and exit procedures.
• Supervise attendance and leave management systems.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of employee data, ensuring compliance with data protection standards.

3. Recruitment and Staff Development
• Lead and oversee recruitment processes to ensure efficiency, transparency, and compliance with organizational policies and national labour laws;
• Strengthen the capacity of the HR team to deliver consistent and high-quality HR services;
• Identify training and development needs across the organisation.
• Promote professional staff development, career progression, and succession planning;
• Provide coaching and guidance on people management.

4. Performance Management
• Lead the implementation of the performance management system;
• Ensure timely and effective completion of performance reviews;
• Advise management on:
o employee performance;
o disciplinary matters;
o development plans;
• Support the development of corrective action plans and performance improvement processes.

5. Payroll and Benefits
• Oversee salary and benefits administration;
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll data preparation;
• Verify alignment between HR records and payroll processes in collaboration with the Finance team.
• Ensure compliance with donor requirements, including proper documentation (e.g., timesheets).

6. Employee Relations and Well-being
• Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture aligned with GOAL values.
• Provide guidance on employee relations issues and conflict resolution.
• Lead grievance and disciplinary processes in a fair and legally compliant manner.
• Support staff well-being initiatives and engagement activities.
• Participate in and facilitate staff meetings where required.
• Conduct regular field visits to project locations.

7. Team Management
• Lead and supervise the HR team.
• Ensure effective delegation, performance monitoring, and professional development of team members.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by the Country Director

KEY COMPETENCIES
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Sound knowledge of labour law and HR best practices
• High ethical standards, integrity, and confidentiality
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strategic thinking and decision-making ability
• Emotional intelligence and cultural awareness
• Ability to influence and advise senior management

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Experience in training and capacity building
• Ability to work in diverse and multicultural environments
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to interpret legal and technical documents
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic environment

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field (required);
• Master’s degree in a related field. (preferred).
• Degree in Law (strongly preferred);
• Minimum 5–10 years’ experience in HR management (required).
• Experience with international NGO’s (strongly preferred).

LANGUAGES
• Fluency in English and French (required).
• Proficiency in Haitian Creole (preferred).

Subject: HR Manager

The deadline for submitting applications is June 26, 2026, at 15:00 p.m. (Haiti time). No applications will be accepted after this date.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

GOAL supports gender equality. Applications from local residents, as well as female candidates, are strongly encouraged.

Resume, copies of diplomas/license and cover letter.

hrhaiti@ht.goal.ie

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This Job Description only serves as a guide for the position available. GOAL reserves the right to change, revise, omit, add in part/in whole this document any time without giving any reason thereof.

GOAL has a Staff Code of Conduct and a Child Protection Policy, which have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants and children from exploitation. GOAL also has a confidentiality policy ensuring the non-disclosure of any information whatsoever relating to the practices and business of GOAL, acquired in the course of duty, to any other person or organization without authority, except in the normal execution of duty. Any candidate offered a job with GOAL will be expected to adhere to these policies and any job offer made is also subject to police clearance. GOAL is an equal opportunities employer.
This Job Description only serves as a guide for the position available. GOAL reserves the right to change this document. Any published closing dates are estimated. Due to the nature of GOAL’s work, we aim to fill vacancies as quickly as possible. This means that we will close adverts as soon as we have found the right candidate, and this may be before the published closing date. We would therefore advise interested applicants to apply as early as possible.