HR Officer Volunteer NGO Job Kikwetu Foundation

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Role Description :

The Human Resources Officer contributes to the accomplishment of Human Resources practices and objectives that promote a collaborative, employee-focused, high-performance culture and the recruitment and ongoing development of a diverse and inclusive workforce. The HR Officer will serve as the focal point in areas of recruitment, onboarding/off boarding, HR compliance and the HRIS. The HR Officer will also be responsible for the administrative coordination and support of several HR areas. The HR Officer will play a vital role in helping to develop and maintain a positive organizational culture, championing diversity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives that contribute to a positive and consistent employment experience for all employees in a hybrid working environment.

Responsibilities :

• Support all aspects of the recruitment process: posting and managing job descriptions, researching relevant job boards, screening resumes, liaising with candidates, and arranging phone screens and interviews; corresponding with hiring managers and providing support and guidance to managers throughout the hiring process.
• Facilitate employment verification and background check screenings for applicable candidates.
• Oversee the onboarding process for all new hires; work closely with hiring managers and other departments (IT/Finance).
• Help design and implement the new hire orientation and onboarding program and procedures.
• Oversee the off-boarding process for all staff exiting the organization, including conducting exit interviews.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date HR-related vendor contracts/agreements (including consulting firms, third-party administrators, etc.).
• Provide excellent customer service via email, phone, or in person; answer questions from employees and the public regarding human resources issues.
• Research best practices and support HR-related projects, including performance management, compliance audits, and open enrollment.
• Serve as the focal point in HR-related areas and ensure compliance with all HR regulations.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management or a related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant HR work experience.
• Knowledge of various HR functions.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage cross-organizational relationships and balance employee needs with organizational policies.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage time and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong commitment to the mission of fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

How To Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV and cover letter in English, merged into one PDF file, via email hr@kikwetufoundation.org