The HR Officer will be responsible for assisting with the administration of various human resources functions, including payroll, leave management, benefits administration, recruitment assistance, employee wellness programs, compiling HR reports related to leave and time & attendance, performance management, staff surveys, and compliance reporting. This role requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual who can handle multiple tasks efficiently and effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll Management:

• Oversee the full payroll function, ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll.
• Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
• Address payroll-related queries and discrepancies.

Leave Management:

• Administer and manage employee leave records.
• Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of leave balances.
• Assist employees with leave-related inquiries and applications

Benefit Management:

• Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other perks.
• Ensure accurate enrolment and maintenance of benefit records.
• Provide information and support to employees regarding their benefits.

Recruitment Assistance:

• Assist with the recruitment process, including screening candidates, and coordinating interviews.
• Support onboarding and orientation of new employees.

Employee Wellness:

• Assist with development and implement employee wellness programs and initiatives.
• Organize wellness activities and events.

HR Reports Compilation:

• Compile and analyze HR reports related to leave and time & attendance.
• Assist with accurate and timely reporting of HR metrics.

Performance Management:

• Assist with the performance management process, including performance reviews and appraisals.
• Track and report on performance management metrics.

Staff Surveys:

• Administer staff surveys to gather feedback on various aspects of the workplace.

Compliance Reporting:

• Prepare and submit compliance reports as required.
• Maintain accurate records of compliance activities.

Administration of IOD:

• Ensure timeous administration of all IOD incidences

IR:

• Support Head of HR & management team

Qualifications:

• Diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Degree in Human resources or related field an advantage
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in similar.
• Proficiency in payroll software – SAGE 300.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Experience with CCMA