Human Resources Officer
FHI 360 Lesotho Human Resources (HR) Officer
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FHI 360 is a non-profit human development organization dedicated to advancing equity, health and wellbeing through data-driven, locally led solutions — so that humanity thrives. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology; creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. FHI 360 Lesotho is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Human Resources (HR) Officer. Supervised by HR Manager, the position will be based in Maseru, Lesotho.
SECURE Project Description:
The USAID Sustaining Epidemic Control through Unified Prevention (SECURE) program is a five-year activity that seeks to build on this positive momentum by providing USAID a flexible, locally led response differentiated by target population and built on our record of success in Lesotho, existing presence across the target geography, and FHI 360’s deep bench of technical expertise. Our approach seeks to strengthen the system that provides integrated primary health care (PHC), health promotion, health systems strengthening and preventive services and transitions leadership to key government-led services and local implementers. Our partners offer complementary expertise and trusted relationships with the Government of Lesotho (GOL), stakeholders, and communities. Our team will serve as mentors, trainers, advisors, and facilitators to bolster local partner and government capacity, skills, and tools to lead the HIV prevention response toward reaching, maintaining, and sustaining HIV epidemic control.
Job Description:
Provide operational support to implement effective functional Human Resources (HR) processes for FHI 360 Lesotho in team functional areas, including recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, compensation, HRIS and training.
Key Responsibility Areas:
- Serves as an experienced resource to the HR team and employees in multiple areas to include: HRIS, compensation, benefits, recruiting, payroll, and training & development.
- Functions as initial point of contact for employees with HR-related questions.
- Processes forms and system updates related to new employees, change-of- status, performance evaluations, benefits changes, separations, merit increases, etc.
- Manages and maintains accurate employees’ data in HRIS.
- Assists with training and development programs as needed.
- Collates monthly payroll documentation in line with the set deadlines and submit for payroll input onto payroll system.Co-ordinates new hires and separation forms submissions to different offices
- Keeps personnel files up to date in line with FHI 360 requirements.
- Administers Recruitment Management System, Workday by supporting full recruitment cycle.
- Support new hire orientation and ensure all relevant documents are included on orientation package.
- Follows-up on employee timesheets and leave management in liaison with the HR Manager.
- Supports employee performance management processes in-country.
- Ensures that contracts of permanent and temporary staff are prepared and filed.
- Maintains up to date staff details for the Country Office.
- Conducts exit interviews with exiting staff and loads data on workday.
Core Role Competencies:
- Ability to deal with confidential and or sensitive information and situations in a diplomatic way.
- Strong understanding of local labor laws/legislations.
- The ability to operate, in an environment of cultural diversity, build and sustain a culture that allows critical reflection, transparency, dignity, mutual recognition and support.
- Manage time and resources with prudence further displaying organizational abilities
- Ability to take initiative and execute tasks to completion.
- Ability to pay attention to details.
Required Qualifications, Experience/Skills:
- Degree in Human Resources or recognized related fields.
- 3-5 years of experience providing HR support in an office setting.
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) and HRIS / Payroll systems.
- Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO).
- Ability to handle oral and written communications independently.
- Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with all levels of staff, individuals from diverse cultures, and the public.
- Handles routine administrative projects for HR office.
- Ability to recognize situations that deviate from accepted practice.
Travel Requirements:
- Less than 10%
This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
The position will ideally be based in Maseru, Lesotho and work out of the FHI 360 office. This is a local position.
This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
Our values and commitments to safeguarding:FHI 360 is committed to preventing any type of abuse, exploitation and harassment in our work environments and programs, including sexual abuse, exploitation and harassment. FHI 360 takes steps to safeguard the welfare of everyone who engages with our organization and programs and requires that all personnel, including staff members and volunteers, share this commitment and sign our code of conduct. All offers of employment will be subject to appropriate screening checks, including reference, criminal record and terrorism finance checks. FHI 360 also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS), facilitated by the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response. In line with the MDS, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any substantiated findings of sexual abuse, exploitation and/or harassment during the applicant’s tenure with previous employers. By applying, job applicants confirm their understanding of these recruitment procedures and consent to these screening checks.
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