Human Resource Assistant at Grassroots Lifesaving Outreach (LESGO)

Job Description

• We are looking for a skilled HR Assistant support the HR Officer in the discharge of duties, the ideal candidate will support, and develop talent through developing policies and managing procedures.
• He or She will be responsible for administrative tasks and contribute to making LESGO a better place to work.
• The goal will be to provide excellent assistance and support to employees and managers, support the development and implementation of HR initiatives and systems, deal with staff welfare and administration-centered activities, provide counseling on policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support all internal and external HR-related inquiries or requests.
• Maintain digital and electronic records of employees.
• Serve as point of contact with vendors and administrators.
• Assist with the recruitment process by identifying candidates, performing reference checks, and issuing employment contracts.
• Maintain calendars of the HR management team.
• Oversee the completion of compensation and benefit documentation.
• Assist with performance management procedures.
• Schedule meetings, interviews, HR events and maintain agendas.
• Coordinate training sessions and seminars.
• Perform orientations and update records of new staff.
• Produce and submit reports on general HR activity.
• Process payroll and resolve any payroll errors.
• Complete termination paperwork and exit interviews.
• Keep up to date with the latest HR trends and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Business, Communication, or a related field.
• Must have at least 2 years of experience as an HR Assistant
• Exposure to labor law and employment equity regulations.
• Effective HR administration and people management skills.
• Exposure to payroll practices.
• Full understanding of HR functions and best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Works well under pressure and meets tight deadlines.
• Highly computer literate with capability in email, MS Office, and related business and communication tools.
• Fantastic organizational and time management skills.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Success Factors:

• The successful candidate will be capable of multi-tasking, rapid decision-making, have initiative, drive and a lot of energy, as well as high emotional intelligence, constructive mentoring skills and proven experience with capacity building.
• S/he will be committed to long-term program sustainability and the delivery of high-impact activities at the community level. Successful LESGO team members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and challenging environments, and make effective written and verbal communication a priority.

Travel:

• The successful candidate will be willing to travel to field locations in the Northeast based on program needs.
• This will mean sometimes staying and working in stressful environments with very basic living conditions, strictly following security protocols, and sometimes working long and irregular hours.