About The Job
In preparation for Samasource’s next phase of growth, we are searching for a seasoned and HR Specialist-Employee Relations & Organization Effectiveness.
This role will provide day-to-day advice on employee relations and performance management matters to staff and center management in accordance with the Employment laws & legislations and internal policies and procedures. Functions as a liaison between Employees and Center Management. He or She will take the lead in investigations; provides guidance and recommendations for problem resolution and act on resolutions made.
This position is focused on the resolution of employee issues, HR communication, staff satisfaction and other related HR initiatives.
You will serve as a key partner to the Director of Human Resource and reporting directly to this role.
Key Responsibilities
Provide advice and counsel to the HR Team and Center Management on all employee relations issues. Specifically, ensure optimal decisions are made through influencing, coaching, and providing subject matter expertise.
Ensure ER issues and concerns are handled fairly, consistently, transparently, in a timely fashion, and in line with Samasource values, policies, and appropriate local laws.
Track various service requests of employees and the implementation of the approved decision, including but not limited to probation completion, extended medical leave,performance improvement programs and other ad-hoc requests and process these requests in a timely manner.
Contribute to the preparation and processing of all types of documents related to employee relations, including promotions, lateral transfers, salary certificates and salary adjustments in compliance with approved guidelines and policies in a timely manner.
Take lead in the development, implementation and review of human resource policies, procedures and systems in relation to disciplinary procedures and performance management.
Ensure proper documentation of e-files related to employee relations like Memos, Directives etc. to retrieve them as needed.
Develop response specifications, reviews output and finalize submission of the employee relations queries raised and provide a unified (system-wide) response to their queries.
Assists with the identification and development of an employee relations database that will provide policy, performance, and compliance reports and metrics to improve the Employee Services function
Support in conducting exit interviews for departing Employees to ensure that the valid reasons are captured through the process.
Carry out annual Employee satisfaction surveys and develop reports that inform and guide leadership in decision making about employee engagement.
Study and follow up absenteeism and attendance reports for review and action by the HR Director
Advise and act on disciplinary matters in accordance with the Employment laws and established policies and procedures including Termination of Appointment.
Supporting in developing materials for the effective management of employees for Managers
Interrelate with line managers with a view to settling employee grievances and conflicts.
Visit Employees at their workplaces, take note of their concerns and act accordingly.
Performs other related duties as assigned by the line manager.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Humanities, Sociology or a related field plus Diploma in Human Resources.
4+ Years’ experience in a Sr.HR Officer role.
Demonstrated knowledge of HR practices in employee relations and performance management
Good understanding of employment legislation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Robust business and HR acumen.
Sound knowledge of HR best practices.
Technologically proficient in use of technology to communicate effectively & professionally.
Excellent analytical and data management skills.
Results oriented and strong attention to details.
Passionate, highly self – motivated, energetic and enthusiastic team player.
Preferred Qualifications
Working with HRMIS.
Qualification in Higher National Diploma in HR is desired.
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