Peace Parks Foundation
SIMALAHA COMMUNITY CONSERVANCY, MWANDI, ZAMBIA
HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
The role of Human Resources Officer at Simalaha Community Conservancy (SCC) will involve close collaboration with various members of the CMU, fostering a strong working relationship. The role will provide professional backstopping support and advice to the human resources and administration function/department and other parts of the SCC. Additionally, the HRO will be required to maintain a close and effective working connection with the PPF Human Resources and Administration Manager stationed in Livingstone.
Reporting to the Conservancy Manager, the person appointed to this fixed-term contract will:
- Develop and review HR policies and procedures.
- Monitor and respond to queries and provide advice, guidance and support to both supervisors and employees across all aspects of the employee lifecycle, escalating to the next level where appropriate
- Participate in administering and supporting the implementation of changes or modifications to HR systems and processes to ensure they are fit for purpose
- Coordinate the production and alignment of information for the purpose of producing HR reports and metrics used by the HR team
- Undertake auditing of employee files for the purpose of accuracy and correctness against standard processes, delegations and organisational requirements
- Ensure consistent and sound records management processes and practices that maintain reliability and authenticity of file records from their creation, through their effective use, to disposal or preservation as archives
- Conduct end-to-end recruitment processes
- Coordinate administration processes for probation reviews, performance development reviews, employment permits and visas, police clearances and reference checks
- Participate in organising learning, capacity development and training sessions as required.
- Monitor compliance around professional registrations for all staff requiring registrations with professional bodies.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations, including NAPSA, NHIMA, Workers Compensation, as well as service standards and contractual obligations
- Coordinate the staff disciplinary and grievance handling procedures when need arises.
- Maintain office management systems, office environment and assets.
Candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Degree in Human Resource Management or any related field.
- At least 4 years’ work experience in a similar role
- Be a member of the Zambia Institute of Human Resource Management (ZIHRM)
- Experience working with office systems, e.g. Microsoft Office, HRIS and Enterprise Resource Systems
- A demonstrated commitment to enhancing team culture and working environment
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment dedicated to conservation efforts and community empowerment. If you are passionate about making a positive impact, we welcome you to apply and be part of our team at Simalaha Community Conservancy Association.
Remuneration:
A competitive salary package will be negotiated, based on qualifications and experience
Please find the advert and detailed terms of reference on the Peace Parks Foundation website: www.peaceparks.org
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter detailing their interest in and suitability for the position, as well as a curriculum vitae in English and contact details of three references by 19 July 2024 to [email protected]
Only SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES will be contacted to attend an interview.