JOB OPPORTUNITY AT ONE OF ZAMBIA’S LEADING AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION, ELEVATORS & ESCALATORS COMPANY.

Drake and Gorham Limited seeks the services of a qualified and experienced person to fill the following position;

HUMAN RESOURCES AND ADMINISTRATION OFFICER.

Employee’s core responsibilities shall be among others:

• Preparation of letters of offer for employment and employment contracts for Drake and Gorham (Lusaka and Ndola Branches)
• Support the development and implementation of HR initiatives and systems.
• Provide counselling on policies and procedures
• Be actively involved in recruitment by preparing job descriptions, posting ads and managing the hiring process
• Develop training and development programs
• Assist in performance management processes
• Support the management of disciplinary and grievance issues
• Maintain employee records (attendance, Belina system etc.) according to policy and legal requirements
• Review employment and working conditions to ensure legal compliance
• Processing of Work permits and Visas
• Handling the renewals of EIZ/ ERB licenses for both the company and the employees
• Site visits to ensure human capital effectiveness and commitment
• Carry out regular and random Breath Testing for Alcohol
• Managing and scheduling of leave for all company employees
• Assist in the monthly payroll inputs
• Provide guidance and support on the laws of Zambia with regards to employment
• Update the Invoice data sheet as may require and as per guidance by the Managers
• Prepare for weekly and Annual Management meetings.ie taking down of notes, distribution of key points taken down and ensure follow ups and being attended too.
• Manage and issue stationery and sundries from the Store room to various depts and per their requirements. Ensure that stationary is replenished on a timely manner as well.
• Assist with the distribution of circulars and documents to and from the Directors
• Assist with filing requirements inclusive of requirement for the C.E.O and Managing Director
• Drafting of various internal/ external letters
• Any other job assigned by the Seniors

Qualification and experience:

• Degree in Human Resources Management or any equivalent Degree.
• Not less than 4 years’ prior experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of the Zambian Labour Laws and Belina time and attendance system.
• Ability to solve complicated problems and see projects through to completion.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills
• Attentive to details.
• Ability to multitask and effectively prioritize numerous tasks at the same time