Human Resources Officer

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – OYDC ZAMBIA

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OYDC Zambia – Sports Development Centre provides sport and community development opportunities for young people and under-served segments of the population from the surrounding communities. It is based on beliefs and experiences that sport and its related facets, when harnessed well in an enabling environment, has the power to bring hope and development. A high-quality sport environment provides, motivates and breeds high quality athletes and sports leaders. The Centre is seeking highly motivated, result-oriented, well-qualified and experienced professionals to fill the following vacant positions:

HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER

Job Purpose

Reporting to the CEO, the Human Resources Officer will support the effective delivery of OYDC Zambia’s human resource function by implementing HR policies, managing employee relations, supporting recruitment and performance management, and ensuring compliance with labour laws and organisational procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate and support recruitment, selection, onboarding, and induction processes for staff. Career Guides Zambia

Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date employee records, personnel files and HR databases.

Support the implementation of HR policies, procedures, and disciplinary and grievance processes in line with labour legislation.

Administer employee benefits, leave management, contracts and confirmations.

Support performance management processes, including goal setting, reviews and documentation.

Coordinate training and staff development initiatives, including tracking learning and development activities.

Provide guidance to management and staff on HR policies, employee relations and workplace conduct.

Support health, safety, and wellness initiatives in collaboration with management and relevant committees.

Prepare and submit HR reports, statutory returns, and management information as required.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

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Degree in Human Resources Management, Public Administration or a related field.
Must be a member of the Zambia Institute of Human Resource Management (ZIHRM).
Minimum of 2 – 4 years’ relevant experience in a Human Resources or administrative role.
Experience in recruitment, employee relations, HR administration, and policy implementation.
Experience working in a sports organization or an NGO will be an added advantage.
Strong HR administration and records management skills.
Good knowledge of labour laws and HR best practices.
Excellent interpersonal and  communication skills, both written and verbal.
High level of confidentiality, integrity and professionalism.
Strong organisational, time‑management and multitasking abilities.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
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Only candidates who meet the above role specifications and competencies should apply. Interested candidates are required to submit a detailed Curriculum Vitae and relevant qualifications. Please ensure that only copies of relevant professional qualifications are attached to your application letter and Curriculum Vitae, combined in a single PDF file clearly labelled with your name and the position applied for.

Applications should be submitted no later than 22nd April, 2026 to the following email address: info@oydc.org.zm.