Job Purpose

The HR Volunteer will support the Human Resources Department in daily administrative and operational tasks related to HR processes, including recruitment, staff data management, documentation, and employee support. The role is designed to provide hands-on experience in HR functions within a humanitarian and development organization, contributing to efficient HR operations across Syrian Forum offices.

Key Responsibilities

1. Recruitment and Selection Support

• Assist in posting job advertisements, screening applications, and scheduling interviews.
• Support HR staff during interview arrangements and documentation.
• Ensure candidate files and recruitment documentation are properly organized and archived.
• Maintain and update personnel files (soft and hard copies) in line with SF HR policies.
• Support in collecting and verifying staff documents and ensuring completeness of HR records.
• Assist in preparing HR correspondence, letters, and memos when required.
• Help with onboarding new employees, including preparing orientation materials and welcoming packages.
• Support the HR team in maintaining and updating the HR database and tracking systems.
• Assist in collecting and inputting HR-related data such as attendance, leave records, and training participation.
• Help generate simple reports and summaries when needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the HR Coordinator or HR Manager.

Qualifications (Education/Work Experience)

• Basic understanding of HR functions and procedures.
• Excellent computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Good English Skills

Core Competencies

• Communication – Effectively conveys information and listens actively.
• Teamwork – Works collaboratively with others to achieve shared goals.
• Accountability – Takes responsibility for actions and outcomes.
• Planning and Organizing – Manages time and resources efficiently.
• Commitment to Learning – Demonstrates eagerness to develop new skills and knowledge.
• Integrity – Maintains high ethical standards and confidentiality.

Syrian Forum is committed to protecting our staff and the communities we work with from abuse and harm, including sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, and sexual harassment.

All staff and volunteers are expected to abide by our Code of Conduct and the IASC 6 core principles.

Syrian Forum has a zero-tolerance policy towards any behavior that violates its code of conduct, including sexual harassment, exploitation, abuse, as well as lack of integrity, corruption, and fraud. Syrian Forum also adheres to strict safeguarding principles.