Position: HR and Administration Assistant
Location: Arusha

Looking for a fresh job opportunity in Tanzania? If you’re an organized and proactive HR professional, this might be the role for you! Bongoremix, one of Tanzania’s top job sites, is featuring this exciting position from Thomson Safaris, who’s on the hunt for a Human Resource and Administration Assistant. This role is based in Arusha and offers the chance to be a key part of their HR and administration team.

What You’ll Be Doing

As the HR and Administration Assistant, you’ll help keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes. You’ll be a go-between for the management and employees, handling a variety of HR tasks, from recruitment to employee records, ensuring everything is up to date and in line with Tanzanian labor laws.

Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll do:

  • Liaison Duties: Be the go-to person between the management and staff. You’ll help address employee concerns, deal with grievances, and provide decision support when needed.
  • Compliance: Keep the company on track with labor laws, HR policies, and legal requirements.
  • Recruitment Support: Assist with hiring new talent, including staff development, training, and managing performance appraisals.
  • Positive Work Environment: Promote a healthy, inclusive work culture where everyone gets equal opportunities.
  • Employee Records: Maintain detailed employee files and ensure all HR documentation is organized and up-to-date.
  • HR Systems: Help develop and monitor strategies, systems, and procedures that align with HR goals.
  • Payroll: Support the payroll process and respond to any payroll-related queries from employees.
  • Leave & Disciplinary Management: Handle employee leave, resignations, terminations, and disciplinary actions, all while staying compliant with Tanzanian labor laws.
  • Negotiations: Represent the company in discussions between management, staff, and trade unions if necessary.
  • Health & Safety: Ensure that the company is compliant with health and safety regulations. This includes supporting initiatives aimed at boosting employee welfare.
  • Onboarding: Help new hires settle in by preparing orientation materials and organizing induction sessions.
  • Legal Compliance: Make sure the company follows laws related to OSHA, WCF, Fire Services, and TBS.
  • Employee Support: Be there to answer employee questions about HR policies, benefits, and procedures.
  • General Admin: Help with general office duties, like organizing events, filing paperwork, handling correspondence, and scheduling meetings.
  • Event Coordination: Plan and organize team-building activities, training sessions, and company events.

What You Need

To be successful in this role, here’s what we’re looking for:

  • Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field.
  • HR Knowledge: Solid understanding of HR practices, principles, and Tanzanian labor laws.
  • Organizational Skills: You’re good at juggling tasks, staying organized, and managing your time efficiently.
  • Communication Skills: You know how to talk to people, listen well, and handle conversations with ease.
  • Confidentiality: You’re trusted to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
  • Teamwork: Able to work independently but also a great team player when needed.

Working Hours

  • Monday to Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

How to Apply

Interested? Here’s how you can throw your hat in the ring:

Send your CV, copies of academic certificates, and a cover letter detailing your experience and qualifications to recruitment@thomsonsafaris.co.tz. Be sure to include “HR & Administration Assistant” in the email subject line. The deadline to apply is September 15th, 2024.

Why Thomson Safaris?

Thomson Safaris is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply. If you’re someone who wants to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic team, this is your chance.