Human Resource & Administration Officer

Job description

Job Purpose: The Human Resource and Administration Officer will be in charge of organizing the company’s HR initiatives to guarantee that its employees are hired, trained, inspired, and retained in an effective and efficient manner.

Duties and responsibilities include:

Finding, attracting, and employing competent applicants for a range of positions inside the organization.
Writing job descriptions, publishing job openings, going over applicants, doing interviews, and choosing the most qualified candidates for the positions.
Creating and carrying out training initiatives to improve staff members’ abilities, skills, and knowledge.
Determining training needs, creating training materials, and setting up workshops to make sure staff members have the abilities needed for their positions.
Managing employee relations by resolving internal grievances, disputes, and concerns.
Maintain a positive work atmosphere and arbitrate conflicts between management and staff.
Designing and managing the company’s compensation and benefits packages.
Managing employee benefits such as health insurance and retirement plans, and ensuring the company remains competitive in terms of compensation.
Developing and implementing performance appraisal systems to assess employee performance, provide feedback, and set goals for improvement.
Ensure that performance evaluations are conducted fairly and consistently.
Overseeing the implementation and maintenance of HR software and systems that streamline various HR processes, such as payroll, employee records, performance evaluations and attendance tracking.
Focus on identifying and nurturing high-potential employees within the company.
Designing and implementing initiatives to promote diversity and inclusion within the workplace.
Creating an environment where employees of all backgrounds feel respected and valued.
Working closely with specific departments or business units to align HR strategies with overall business goals.
Bridge between HR and the rest of the company, providing HR support and expertise to managers and employees.
Focus on improving the overall effectiveness and performance of the company.
Ensure that the workplace is safe and complies with health and safety regulations.
Developing and implementing safety policies, conduct safety training, and address any hazards or incidents that may arise.

Experience and Qualifications

Grade 12 certificate
Diploma in Human Resource Management, Business Administration or its equivalent
2 years proven work experience
Member of Zambia Institute of Human Resource Management (ZIHRM)
Practical working knowledge of employment law

Desired Competencies

Sober minded
Good management skills
Attention to detail
Great sense of urgency
Ability to work under pressure and ability to embrace change.
High level of integrity and confidentiality.