MSF Eastern Africa is looking for a Rewards & Engagement Officer
Do your skills and experience not precisely match the requirements? MSF is an organization committed to promoting diversity and equity by providing equal access to professional opportunities. We understand that women, people of color, indigenous individuals, members of the LGTB+ community, and other underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply for employment if they don’t meet all the requirements. At MSF-EA, we strive to create a diverse, inclusive, and genuine workplace. Therefore, if you’re interested in this position but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the selection criteria, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the ideal candidate for this or other positions.
Introduction
Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) is an international independent medical humanitarian organisation that provides assistance to people affected by conflicts, epidemics, and natural or human-made disasters and excluded from healthcare. We provide this assistance without discrimination, irrespective of race, religion, creed or political affiliation.
About MSF Eastern Africa
MSF Eastern Africa is the regional institutional office of MSF. It focuses on representation and networking, recruiting and supporting staff from the region, communications and fundraising, as well as working on other dossiers of importance to MSF such as Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), Data Protection, mutualization, training, medical operational support and environmental health.
Rationale/Objective for Position
The Rewards and Engagement Officer is responsible for supporting the MSF EA’s compensation and rewards initiatives, driving employee engagement, and utilizing people analytics to inform decision-making.
The job holder is also responsible for contributing to job design and evaluation to ensure roles are effectively structured to align with organizational goals and meet employee needs.
This position will be hierarchically and functionally accountable to the Rewards and Grading Specialist.
Tasks & Responsibilities
Compensation and Rewards Management
- Support the development of pay structures and reward programs that align with MSF EA’s objectives.
- Maintain accurate records of all rewards data, ensuring consistency and compliance with internal policies.
- Provide guidance to employees on reward policies and practices.
Job Design and Evaluation:
- Collaborate with HR and department heads to design and update job descriptions that align with organization goals.
- Participate in job evaluation processes to determine appropriate grading and compensation levels for roles.
- Support organizational restructuring initiatives by reviewing and designing roles to meet future needs.
Employee Engagement
- Contribute to the development of recognition programs that celebrate employee achievements and enhance motivation.
- Assist in implementing initiatives that strengthen employee satisfaction and alignment with organizational values.
- Analyze feedback from engagement surveys and recommend actionable steps for improvement.
People Analytics and Reporting
- Gather, analyze, and interpret workforce data to inform decisions on rewards, engagement, and organizational effectiveness.
- Prepare regular reports on trends related to turnover, engagement, and compensation.
- Use data to identify gaps, opportunities, and areas for improvement in rewards and workforce design.
Policy and Compliance
- Provide insights on compliance with local labor laws and organizational policies for all rewards and job design activities.
- Regularly review the internal policies and advise Rewards and Grading Specialist on alignment with current trends and best practices.
- Act as a point of contact for employees seeking clarity on rewards or job-related concerns.
Other Responsibilities
- Proactively participate in the individual performance management process including objective setting, performance monitoring and performance evaluation.
Qualifications
Education
- A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Familiarity with job evaluation techniques and tools.
- Strong understanding of labor laws and compliance requirements.
Experience
- At least three (3) years of experience in rewards, job design, or HR analytics.
- Experience with engagement initiatives or workforce planning.
Competencies
- Technical Competencies
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present data effectively.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other HR tools for data analysis.
- Knowledge of job evaluation methodologies and compensation frameworks.
- Ability to design roles and rewards systems that align with business objectives and workforce needs.
- Behavioral/General Competencies
- Effective communication and collaboration skills for engaging with employees and stakeholders.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management abilities.
- Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrable strong commitment to delivering high-quality work and achieving measurable outcomes.
- Commitment to MSF’s Principles.
What We Offer:
- An open-ended full-time employment contract through MSF East Africa Section Office in Nairobi, Kenya.
- An annual salary of EUR 23,296 at HQ Level 7 based on a full-time appointment.
- Social benefits package; allowances ranging between EUR 188 to 295/month based on individual & administrative status.
- Other benefits include; 25 days of annual leave, Employer Pension contribution and medical insurance cover (staff and family) based on MSF EA terms/conditions.
How to Apply:
- If you recognize yourself in this profile, we welcome you to apply directly via this link (or from the MSF EA website, ReliefWeb, LinkedIn).
- Applicants are required to upload a Letter of Motivation + Curriculum Vitae (in English) in PDF format as one combined document.
- The selection process for the candidate shall occur on a rolling basis.
- The closing date for applications is on 7th February 2025.
