Human Resources Officer

Job Description



• Recruiting new staff

• Making sure that staff get paid correctly and on time

• Managing pensions and benefits administration

• Approving job descriptions and advertisements

• Looking after the health, safety and welfare of all employees

• Organizing staff training

• Monitoring staff performance and attendance

• Advising line managers and other employees on employment law and the employer's own employment policies and procedures

• Verifying that candidates have the right to work at the organization

• Advising on disciplinary and employee performance problems

• Negotiating salaries, contracts, working conditions and redundancy packages with staff and trade union representatives.

• 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 counselling 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



• Degree in Labour Relations or any Social Science course

• 3 - 5 years’ experience in similar role recommended.

• Ability to perform in fast-paced environments.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• HR certification – is an added advantage

• Experience as a Skills Development Facilitator and performance management – 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.