About Us:

Peony-Bloom Ventures Company Limited is a forward-thinking company with a rapidly expanding footprint in Zambia. Specializing in Construction, Education, and Healthcare.

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Role Overview:

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR Officer to work on managing recruitment, employee relations, compliance, and administrative operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Human Resources:

– Recruitment & Onboarding: Lead end-to-end recruitment processes, including job description review, applicant screening, interviews, reference checks, and salary determination. Design and coordinate onboarding programs for new hires.

– Employee Relations: Advise staff and supervisors on HR policies, resolve workplace conflicts, and ensure compliance with Zambian labor laws. Address grievances and disciplinary issues to mitigate litigation risks.

– Compliance & Records: Maintain up-to-date employee records (electronic and physical), ensure confidentiality, and oversee compliance with labor regulations. Draft and process employment contracts, technical service agreements (TSAs), and memoranda of understanding (MoUs).

– Payroll & Benefits: Prepare payroll, administer staff benefits (e.g., medical insurance), and manage terminal calculations for end-of-contract payments.

– Performance Management: Support the implementation of appraisal systems, track completion, and provide feedback to department heads.

– Training & Development: Identify skill gaps and organize training programs to enhance employee performance.

Qualifications and Experience:

– Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

– 5 years relevant experience

– In-depth knowledge of Zambian labor laws and HR best practices.

– Proficiency in HR software (e.g., SAP HR, Oracle HCM) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

– Strong organizational, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.

– High integrity, cultural sensitivity, and ability to handle confidential matters discreetly.

– **Preferred:**

– Membership with the Zambia Institute of Human Resources (ZIHR).

– Some proficiency in Mandarin (to liaise with Chinese stakeholders).