Human Resources Officer

Position Title: Human Resources Officer

Reports To: HR and Operations Manager

Location: Dar es Salaam

Job summary

The Human Resources Officer will be supporting the HR and Operations Manager and the department in managing key HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, and ensuring compliance with labor laws and organizational policies. The HR Officer plays a vital role in coordinating staff training and development initiatives, processing staff benefits, and assisting in the implementation of HR strategies to enhance employee engagement and performance while promoting a positive workplace culture.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Recruitment and Onboarding:

• Assist in drafting job descriptions, posting vacancies, and coordinating the recruitment process.
• Screen applications and schedule interviews in collaboration with hiring managers.
• Conduct orientation and onboarding sessions for new hires.
• Perform reference and background checks for new hires and discuss results with hiring managers.

Employee Records and Documentation:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, including contracts, personal information, and performance evaluations as per CIHEB Tanzania, Donor and Labour Law.
• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations.

Compliance and Policy Implementation:

• Ensure HR practices comply with local labor laws and organizational policies.
• Assist in developing, updating, and implementing HR policies and procedures.

Employee Relations:

• Address employee queries and provide guidance on HR policies and procedures.
• Support conflict resolution and disciplinary processes.

Performance Management and Training:

• Ensure all phases of the performance management system are implemented according to CIHEB Tanzania guidance, i.e. performance and development planning, coaching, assessment and mentoring

• Organize training sessions and professional development initiatives for staff.

Payroll and Benefits Administration:

• Collect and verify payroll data, including attendance and leave records.
• Assist in managing employee benefits programs, including health insurance and pensions.

HR Projects and Reporting:

• Support HR initiatives such as employee engagement surveys, wellness programs, and team-building activities.
• Generate reports on HR metrics such as turnover, absenteeism, and training.

• Manage staff separation process including exit interviews, separation letters, clearance, ensuring policies and procedures as well as local labor laws have been followed.

• Perform any other related work as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Qualifications and Work Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management, Business/Public Administration or related field required.
• Minimum of 4 years relevant work experience, preferably with recognized NGO

Knowledge and Skills:

• Excellent knowledge of HR management best practices as an HR Generalist, including organizational development
• Sound knowledge of local labor laws and ability to understand and interpret legislative and policy issues
• Good coaching and mentoring skills
• Good planning, monitoring and organizing skills and experience
• Able to maintain confidential information
• Results-oriented and ability to work with minimum supervision
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Ability to use MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Web Conferencing Applications, HRIS

Instructions for Submitting Applications:

• All applications should be submitted electronically to: HR@cihebtanzania.org
• All applications should include a cover letter that details one’s suitability for the job highlighting key functional areas, expected qualifications, and experiences.
• Candidates should attach a CV/Resume that highlights one’s key achievements in areas relevant to the job.
• Job-related qualifications and experience are the basic minimum requirements that each applicant must meet to be considered for interviewing.
• Applications should include 3 references that are familiar with applicant’s work experience. References should include contact information including daytime phone, and e-mail address.
• All applicants should include daytime phone and email contact information.
• The deadline for application is 23^rd December 2024 at 5:00PM EAT. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

CIHEB Tanzania is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified persons to apply regardless of gender, religion, ethnicity, or any other status variable.

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