Human Resources Assistant

The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center, known by its Spanish acronym, CIMMYT®, is a not-for-profit research and training organization with partners in over 100 countries. Please refer to our website for more information: http://www.cimmyt.org

We are seeking skilled and motivated candidates to fill the position below and this position is based in our Southern Africa Office in Harare, Zimbabwe. The position is open to all Zimbabweans with excellent academic records.

Objective of the post

The staff will be responsible for handling administrative duties in the HR department which include but are not limited to recruitment, maintaining personnel records, and managing HR documents.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in the recruitment and selection process including preparing selection committee reports on candidate interviews, performing background checks, and issuing employment contracts.
• Compiles and maintains employee files.
• Uploads NSSA returns and updating of employee records on the NSSA portal.
• Maintain and ensure staff database in Microsoft Dynamics has up to date accurate information which matches with personal files.
• Supports internal and external inquiries and requests related to the HR department.
• Assists in the planning and coordination of training programs, workshops, and seminars.

Compiles monthly statutory returns and keeps a record of the same.

Updates and maintains the staff database in Microsoft Dynamics

Processes the monthly payroll for seasonal employees.

Requirements

Required academic qualifications, skills, and attitudes:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources management/ management from a well-recognized university.
• Conversant with the Zimbabwean Labor laws and labour relations
• Experience with processing employee’s payroll and benefits. Knowledge of Belina Payroll is a requirement.
• The selected candidate must be able to demonstrate the following competencies: Interpersonal skills, teamwork, communication, client orientation, and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.

At least two years’ work experience in human resources within an international organization

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Work From Home
• Training & Development

Apply for this job

How to apply
Kindly fill and submit the online form under each position no later than Monday, 29th May 2023.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

CIMMYT is an equal opportunity employer. It fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender equality. Women candidates are encouraged to apply.