HR Officer at TAF Africa

Purpose

• The Human Resource Officer is responsible for managing the organization’s human resource functions, ensuring compliance with labour laws, and implementing safeguarding measures.
• The officeholder supports staff welfare, recruitment, training, and development while fostering a safe and inclusive workplace.
• The role requires excellent organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, along with a commitment to safeguarding principles.

Responsibilities
Human Resource Management:

• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and induction processes.
• Maintain and update employee records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Administer payroll and benefits, ensuring timely processing and compliance.
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in line with legal requirements.
• Facilitate performance appraisal processes and provide guidance to staff.
• Manage employee relations, resolving conflicts and addressing grievances.
• Support learning and development initiatives, including training sessions and workshops.
• Ensure compliance with labour laws and organizational policies.

Safeguarding Responsibilities:

• Implement safeguarding policies to protect staff, beneficiaries, and stakeholders from harm.
• Train staff on safeguarding principles, reporting procedures, and best practices.
• Act as the safeguarding focal point, ensuring incidents are reported and addressed appropriately.
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify and mitigate safeguarding risks.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure safeguarding compliance.
• Promote a culture of accountability and respect within the organization.

Administrative Support:

• Maintain and organize the organization’s HR databases and filing systems.
• Respond to HR-related queries from staff.
• Assist the accounts department in processing payments, invoices, and receipts related to HR functions.
• Support general office operations to ensure a productive work environment.
• Coordinate with vendors, partners, and other stakeholders as needed.
• Implement and monitor workplace health and safety protocols.
• Undertake any other responsibilities assigned by the Chief Executive Officer.
• Any other duties assigned.

Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Experience)

• Proven work experience as a Human Resource Officer or similar role.
• Solid knowledge of HR processes, labour laws, and office procedures.
• A degree or diploma in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proficiency with HR management software and office tools.
• Strong organizational skills with a proactive problem-solving attitude.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Commitment to safeguarding principles and best practices.
• Experience in implementing safeguarding policies and practices.
• Certification in HR or safeguarding-related fields.
• Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a dynamic environment.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

Key Relationships

• Internal: All Staff
• External:
  • Vendors
  • Partners