Human Resources Officer

We are seeking to hire an HR officer with exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, who possesses a thorough understanding of employment legislation and demonstrates strategic and commercial insight into the labor process. The ideal candidate should be adept at negotiating with diplomacy.

In order to excel in this role, the HR officer must exhibit outstanding organizational skills, effective time management, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. A standout HR officer should also showcase remarkable conflict management and decision-making skills to ensure employee compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Preparing job descriptions, advertising vacant positions, and managing the employment process.
• Orientating new employees and training existing employees.
• Monitoring employee performance.
• Ensuring that all employees are organized and satisfied in their work environment.
• Overseeing the health and safety of all employees.
• Implementing systematic staff development procedures.
• Providing counseling on policies and procedures.
• Ensuring meticulous implementation of payroll and benefits administration.
• Communicating with staff about issues affecting their performance.
• Ensuring accurate and proper record-keeping of employee information in electronic and digital format.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in human resources.
• Additional training/certification in Payroll Management – may be advantageous.
• Labor Relations certification – may be advantageous.
• Experience as a Skills Development Facilitator – may be advantageous.
• Able to engage in meaningful negotiation and resolution.
• Knowledge of employment legislation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Protecting the interests of all employees.
• Full understanding of HR functions and best practices.