Job Purpose

HR Officer will responsible for providing support in the various human resources and functions, which include recruitment, staffing, training and development, performance monitoring and employee counseling at different sites. Working with the HR Manager in creating, implementing and managing onboarding plans. Assist in performance management and employee evaluation. Maintaining employee records and paperwork

Summary of Key Responsibilities:

• Recruiting staff, writing job descriptions, checking application forms, creating candidate shortlists and conducting primary interviews
• Devising and implementing policies to select, develop and retain staff
• Overseeing staff welfare at different sites
• Working closely with the HR Manager and other departments to implement policies and procedures
• Overseeing health and safety policies
• Working closely with the HR Manager in the developing and implementing policies on issues like working conditions, performance management, equal opportunities, disciplinary procedures and absence management
• Advising on pay, promotion and benefits, including sick pay, paternity and maternity pay
• Carrying out salary reviews
• Negotiating with staff and their representatives (for example, trade union officials)
• Administering payroll
• Handling staff complaints, grievances and implementing disciplinary procedure

Required Skill and Competencies 

• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Attention to details
• Good problem-solving skills
• Sensitivity and understanding
• Excellent employee engagement skills
• Outstanding organizational and time-management skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Excellent  decision-making skills

Primary Areas of Accountability: