Africa University - AU

Human Resources Assistant

Human Resources, Hr Jobs
Salary
TBA

Job Description

Africa university, a Pan-African institution, a member of the Association of African Universities, a member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities, a United Methodist Church-related institution invites applications from suitably quali-fied and well experienced persons to fill the following strategic position:
HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT (HRA) Reporting to the Assistant Registrar-Human Resources and Administration, the Human Resources Assistant is expected to contribute to the dynamism of the Human Resources and Administration Unit in addressing the recruitment needs of the University, staff wellness and staff experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Producing Human Resources and administrative statistical reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Assisting with the day-to-day functions of the Human Resources Unit
• Providing clerical and administrative support to the Assistant Registrar — HR and Administration
• Compiling and updating employee records
• Process documentation and preparing reports relating to personnel activities (staffing, recruitment, training, grievances, performance evaluations etc.)
• Coordinating Human Resource projects (meetings, trainings, surveys, staff welfare and wellness activities etc.)
• Dealing with staff requests regarding human resources issues, policies, rules, and regulations
• Handling queries raised by staff • Conduct initial orientation to newly hired staff
• Payroll administration
• Assisting in the human resourcing process — coordinating communication with candidates and scheduling interviews

Qualifications and Experience

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALITIES
• Degree in Human Resources or related field
• At least 5 years proven experience in a similar position or Human Resources
• Basic knowledge of Zimbabwean labour laws
• Knowledge of the operation of payroll systems
• Experience in a private, faith-based organisation will be an added advantage
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong communications skills
• Computer literacy in a number of packages
• IPMZ membership

How to Apply

TO APPLY Applications together with Curriculum vitae, certified copies of certificates, academic transcripts and at least three names of referees with their e-mail, phone numbers and postal addresses should be forwarded to:
careers@africau.edu
The closing date for applications is 30 September 2022 NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.