Assistant Human Resources Officer

About the role

A full-time Assistant Human Resources position is open in Lusaka, Zambia. The role covers recruitment support, employee health and safety records, general clerical work and administrative services such as timesheets and leave management.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain adequate staff levels by setting up a proper recruitment process to meet organisational labour needs
• Issue personal protective equipment (PPE) to employees and update the PPE tracker so it is issued on time
• Maintain and update the silicosis examination database and ensure employees attend their exams
• Perform general office clerk duties, maintain supply inventory and prepare related reports
• Create, maintain and enter NHIMA, NAPSA and similar information in the database
• Keep communication channels open so information reaches everyone in the organisation
• Handle administrative tasks such as completing and issuing timesheets, leave forms, sick notes, pay queries and updating the leave register

Required profile

• Grade 12 school certificate
• Diploma or equivalent in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field
• 3 years of working experience in HR functions

Required skills

• Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and data entry experience
• Working knowledge of general office equipment