The People Practice helps startups scale, and accelerate impact by providing bespoke people-centred solutions. The People Practice helps people access employment opportunities by exposing them to relevant knowledge and practical skills.
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We are looking to hire a People Generalist (emphasis on "Generalist") to join us for a short-term engagement of a couple of months with a possibility of extension.
You will need to have a good working knowledge of Employee Relations (ER) and employee experience.
Responsibilities
HR policies and procedures: Ensure continuous improvement of HR systems and policies in line with current best practice and changing US legislation and regulations
Staffing and recruitment: Lead and facilitate the recruitment process and ensure that all hiring is in accordance with best practices, compliance, organizational budgetary guidelines and ensuring people with the right skills, experiences and attitudes are appointed in all positions
On-boarding: Develop and implement a comprehensive on-boarding process for employees during their first month of employment, and for the management and support of employees during their probation period; and throughout the entire employee life cycle
HR Strategy and organizational culture: Work with the CEO to develop an HR Strategy and to ensure that AKF (US) is resourced to deliver on its strategic objectives; ensure that all aspects of the HR function promote an organizational culture of teamwork and service, high quality, transparency and accountability, innovation and inclusiveness
Improving performance: Ensure the effective and timely implementation of the appraisal process, including mid and end of year reviews and support of the ongoing monthly meetings
Employee Experience: Managing what employees encounter and observe over the course of their tenure at an organization.
Qualifications
Degree in Human Resources or related field
1-3 years relevant experience as a People Generalist
Experience in HR Strategy and organizational culture, staffing & Recruitment, performance, onboarding are essential.
Demonstrable experience with Human Resources metrics
Knowledge of HR systems and databases
In-depth knowledge of labor law and HR best practices
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