Description:
Job Purpose:
The HR Officer support business units to drive operational effectiveness through the implementation of Human Resource best practice. Coordinate the performance management process with the HR Manager. Build and maintain key stakeholder relationships with HR Leadership, Business Leadership, wider HR community and Employees.

Key Responsibilities:

Work closely with the HR Manager to Coordinate the performance management process
Build and maintain key stakeholder relationships with HR Leadership, Business Leadership, wider HR community and Employees
Compile the managed staff protective clothing and equipment schedule for submission to the requesting officer as the set deadline including issuance as per prescribed period.
Coordinate the staff recruitment and selection process at the assigned branch office and ensure the whole process is done in accordance with the Company’s recruitment policy and that vacancies are filled within a reasonable timeframe.
Help to plan, organize, direct, control or coordinate the personnel, training, or labour relations activities of the organisation
Establish a talent scouting and recruitment strategy by sourcing and building relationships with candidates
Work with the HR Manager to come up with initiatives aimed at boosting the organization’s brand and visibility cooperating with key departments (e.g. Human Resources, Learning and Development)
Help the HR Manager to evaluate employee performance and create improvement plans with team leaders
Explore potential hiring needs and build long-term recruitment and succession plans
Research and consult on compensation and benefits
Skills and Attributes
Approachable
Attention to detail
Good negotiating and influencing skills in implementing HR policies.
Good Interpersonal Skills
Negotiating Skills
Problem-solving Skills
Attention to detail
Good Listener

Primary Areas of Accountability:

Qualifications and Experience

Degree or Advanced Diploma in HR Management, Business Administration or Social Sciences
Must have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Human Resources in the same or similar capacity in a well-established organization
HR Work experience with a Transport and Logistics Company will be a plus
Familiarity with performance management software will be plus
Proven experience in organizing and delivering training programs
Must be well revised with Zambian labour laws & Employee Statutory Contributions
Must be a Member of ZIHRM with a valid practising certificate