Vacant position: Head of Human Resources Section, Institutional Management Directorate

About INJ

The National Institute of Justice is a public institution specialized in initial and continuing professional training in the field of justice. We are looking for a results-oriented HR leader with integrity and rigor to ensure the governance and development of the HR function at the institutional level.

Purpose of the post

Plans, coordinates and controls the work of the Human Resources Section, ensuring the consistent implementation of personnel policies, according to labor law and internal regulations of INJ, for a work environment based on performance, ethics and responsibility.

Main roles

• Coordinates and exercises control over the work of the Human Resources Section, ensuring the implementation of the Institute's personnel policies and strategies.
• Checks compliance with procedures for recruitment, selection, evaluation and promotion of personnel, in accordance with labor law and internal regulations.
• It monitors the correct application of normative acts regarding personnel records, payroll, work discipline, vacations and professional training.
• Ensures the development and updating of job descriptions, internal regulations and documentation related to human resources management.
• Contributes to the development of a balanced organizational climate based on performance, integrity and professional responsibility.

Complementary Essential Duties

• Develops/updates HR policies and procedures (recruitment, onboarding, evaluation, development, compensation, discipline) and ensures their communication within the institution.
• Plans staffing needs, manages organizational chart and tracks efficiency indicators (time to work, retention, recruitment cost, compliance rate).
• Provides support for payroll operations, in collaboration with the Financial-Accounting Section;
• Coordinate performance evaluation processes and professional development programs; proposes annual training plans, in collaboration with the other department heads of the Institute.
• Oversees management of personnel files, HR/HRIS databases, and internal and external reporting.
• Provides legal-procedural advice to managers and employees on issues of labor law, ethics and integrity.
• Represents the institution in the relationship with authorities/partners on human resources topics; coordinates profile checks and audits.
• Identifies compliance risks and proposes corrective and preventive measures.

Eligibility Requirements

• Education: Graduated (preferably in law, public administration, management/psychology or related fields). Studies in the field of human resources management are an advantage.
• Experience: minimum 5 years in human resources, of which at least 2 years in coordination/leadership positions.
• Legislative knowledge: the applicable framework of labor legislation, data protection rules and internal regulations specific to public institutions.
• Digital skills: advanced MS Office operation; experience with HRIS/personnel record systems.
• Languages: Romanian – advanced level (written/spoken); knowledge of an international language is an advantage.

Key Competences

• Leadership and team management; ability to plan and prioritize.
• Integrity, confidentiality and rigor in the application of procedures.
• Clear communication, influence and orientation towards quality internal services.
• Analytical thinking, attention to detail, problem solving and data-driven decision making.
• Skills to facilitate and manage organizational change.

What we offer

• A strategic position in the institutional architecture of INJ and the opportunity to modernize the HR function.
• Benefits package according to the legal framework and internal policies; access to training programs; possible performance bonus.
• Professional work environment with high standards of ethics and transparency.
• Position salary: 13330 lei (gross).

Competition file (in copy/requested format)

• Application for participation in the competition according to Appendix no. 1;
• Cover letter and updated CV (with contact details);
• Copy of the identity document;
• Copy(s) of the document(s) of studies and certificates of participation in professional development and/or specialization courses;
• Proof of work experience (passbook/certificates) and, where applicable, managerial experience;
• Two professional reference contacts;
• Declaration on personal responsibility regarding the veracity of the data and the agreement for the processing of personal data.

How to apply:

Interested persons can submit the application for participation in the competition in electronic format to the address: [email protected], in a single file with the job title for which you apply and name, surname.

Deadline for submitting files: March 9, 2026, 5 p.m.

Additional information on tel. 022 233119.

After the examination of the files and the conditions for participation in the competition, the information on the date, time and place of the tests will be placed on the INJ web page (www.inj.md) and will be made known to each admitted candidate.

Note: The original documents can be requested at the interview/employment stage.

Stages of selection

1. Preselection of files (eligibility).
2. Written test/case study on coordination/institutional management and compliance.
3. Interview with the competition committee (skills, motivation, integrity).
4. Reference check and final decision.

Equality principles and data protection

INJ promotes equal opportunities and non-discrimination at all stages of recruitment. Personal data are processed exclusively for the purpose of conducting the contest, according to the applicable data protection legislation.

Thank you for your interest in the National Institute of Justice!
Only pre-selected candidates will be contacted for the next stages of the competition.