Reports to: Principal Investigator
Gross Salary: Competitive
Job Purpose: Employment is a five months maternity reliever contract. The HR Project officer will be responsible for coordinating HR functions which include recruitment, performance management, training and development and employee welfare.
Responsibilities:
Interpreting and implementing human resource policies, procedures, rules and regulations;
Providing guidance in matters related to human resource planning, recruitment, selection, placement, induction, appointments, promotions and confirmation of staff;
Compensation and benefits management;
Coordinating performance management and staff welfare;
Overseeing maintenance of staff records;
Determining HR requirements and career planning;
Identifying training needs among the staff and recommending suitable training programmes;
Overseeing payroll administration and management of staff medical insurance;
Advising on Succession Management and Human Resource Planning;
Provide information and assistance to staff and supervisors on human resource and work related issues;
Handling employee relations and disciplinary cases;
Updating job requirements and job descriptions for all positions;
Coordinating project tasks with other stakeholders, facilitating or leading aspects of implementation;
Coordinating and participating in cross-functional activities as required;
Support planning and implementation of change management strategies;
Research HR topics, develop options and recommend solutions, draft and/ or policies as required;
Staff Leave and Time Management;
HR Planning and budgeting;
Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or any other qualification from a recognized university/institution with at least five (5) years’ experience;
Must be a registered member of IHRM with a valid practicing license;
Must include copies of academic and professional certificates.
Must attach a copy of certificate of good conduct
Skills and Competencies
A high degree of integrity, responsibility and confidentiality;
Demonstrated supervisory and managerial skills, conversant with labour laws and regulations;
Good interpersonal skills;
Leadership skills;
Problem solving skills;
Strong analytical, planning, negotiation, communications skills
Must be a team player and motivator
Computer skills including the ability to operate spreadsheets and word processing programs;
Excellent command of the English language, both verbal and written, including the ability to conceptualize issues, develop options, write and present reports to a high standard for various audiences;
