The Role Purpose

The People & Culture Officer will be responsible in ensuring that staff access timely and quality support across various facets of the Human Resources function. They will provide solutions to basic employees and management queries and directing them to subject matter experts within the team as required. The incumbent will ensure prompt delivery and adhering to best HR practices according to Plan International policies on matters, staff welfare, employee pay and benefits administration, filing among others. This role will also be responsible for administering and maintaining the HR Information System and compliance.

This role will require an individual who is able to work effectively with limited supervision as well as someone who demonstrates excellence in managing different stakeholders.

Requirements

Qualification/ experience essential: 

• A Bachelor’s degree in HR in a related field with a Higher Diploma in HR Management.
• Membership with IHRM.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in the HR field preferably in INGO
• Minimal supervision experience
• Conversant with HR online systems.
• Strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to negotiate, all levels of the Regional office and outside of line management relationships.
• Strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships and networks quickly at every level within the Regional office.
• Listening, coaching and counselling skills.
• Ability to support and manage change effectively.

Desired  

• Certification as a Human Resource Practitioner (CHRP).

Languages required 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English