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Human Resources Assistant

Category: HR/Org. Development

Job Description

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The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is seeking a Human Resources Assistant to provide HR support to the mission and other IOM entities. 

Job Responsibilities

  • Provides Human Resources support to the mission and to other IOM entities supported administratively by the mission.
  • Assist in coordinating the recruitment process for national staff including the preparation of the vacancy notice for new positions, advertisement, ongoing communication with applicants, receiving CVs, helping in shortlisting, and arranging interviews.
  • Answers to external inquiries regarding employment / internship opportunities in the Organization; participates in events and presents HR and employment opportunities in the mission.
  • Prepare all administrative requirements for newly recruited staff and consultants in Country Office, CR – contract, forms, medical examination etc.
  • Maintains the staff attendance records (attendance sheet, electronic key system, PRISM system), and ensures that supporting documents are accurate and filed properly.
  • Maintain a database on contract information, contract issuance and signature, monitoring contracts dates, separation requirements, Medical insurance cards, bank letters, etc. in coordination with the Country office in Costa Rica.
  • Follow up on the completion of the staff evaluation system (SES for the staff under National Office, CR).
  • Prepare and coordinate with the HR officer the staff separation clearance form and follow up on the separation entitlements and process for completion according to IOM policies.
  • Acts as a back-up of team members when and if necessary.
  • Maintains all structural information and personnel data in PRISM (OM, PA, Time and Attendance).
  • Maintains the Mission´s personnel files, in digital and hard copy.
  • In line with the IOM regulations, rules and polices, supports the organization of HR processes including handling of entry-on-duty or separation-from-service, preparation of contracts and/or terminations as required.
  • Assist in handling HR actions related to consultants in coordination with the requesting department.
  • In line with the IOM procedures and local regulations, reviews and implements changes based on the National Social Security Scheme, reviews changes of salary scale for local staff and calculates new IOM salary scales according to set procedures.
  • In coordination with the supervisor and unit managers, reviews and coordinates staff training requests.
  • Assists with the preparation and issuing of the Country Office payroll and prepares monthly/annual reports and calculations for relevant departments. Prepares any other HR related statistical reports as required by the CoM and/or donors.
  • Performs any other duties as assigned by the CoM and/or the immediate supervisor.

Other Educational Qualification

  • Bachelor’s degree in business or Public Administration with at least 2 years of relevant working experience.
  • OR Secondary School Diploma.

Skills

  • Experience with and knowledge of administrative/Human Resources management policies and procedures of a national and/or international non-governmental organization will be an added advantage.
  • Knowledge and understanding of HR administrative best practices and procedures;
  • Familiarity with Costa Rican Labour law and national procedures;
  • Previous work experience with national, regional or international public bodies would be an advantage;
  • High level of computer literacy in standard MS products with specific proficiency in MS Excel is required, knowledge about SAP/HR an advantage.
  • Written and verbal communication skills.
  • Positive attitude.
  • Flexibility.
  • Word processing skills.
  • Spreadsheet preparation and tracking skills.
  • Calendaring skills.
  • Presentation skills.
  • Organizational skills.
  • Conflict resolution.
  • Costumer service perspective.

Salary

  • Negotiable

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IOM - International Organization for Migration

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Job Summary

  • Salary: Negotiable
  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Job Location: San Jose, California, United States of America
  • Employment Type: Permanent
  • Experience: 4 to 5 Year (s)
  • Vacancy: 01
  • Job Level:Mid
  • Gender: Any
  • Published on:May 1, 2026
  • Application Deadline: June 2, 2026
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About the Company

  • Company Name: IOM - International Organization for Migration
  • Website: https://www.iom.int
  • International Organization for Migration (IOM) was established in 1951 and is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. With 166 member states, a further 8 states holding observer status and offices in over 100 countries, IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants. IOM works to help ensure the orderly and humane management of migration, to promote international cooperation on migration issues, to assist in the search for practical solutions to migration problems and to provide humanitarian assistance to migrants in need, including refugees and internally displaced people. The IOM Constitution recognizes the link between migration and economic, social and cultural development, as well as to the right of freedom of movement. IOM works in the four broad areas of migration management: Migration and development Facilitating migration Regulating migration Forced migration. IOM activities that cut across these areas include the promotion of international migration law, policy debate and guidance, protection of migrants' rights, migration health and the gender dimension of migration.


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