Job Type: Full-time

Join Aga Khan University in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Position: HR Associate

Hey there! Aga Khan University (AKU) is on the lookout for a friendly and skilled HR Associate to join their team in Dar es Salaam. This is your chance to make an impact on the employee journey at AKU. From hiring new team members to keeping HR records in check, you'll handle it all with a smile.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Lead Recruitment: Create standout job descriptions, post job ads, screen candidates, schedule interviews, and handle background checks.
  • Onboarding Support: Make new hires feel at home by organizing welcome programs, working with IT for their setup, and sorting out essential paperwork.
  • Go-To HR Contact: Be there for employees and managers, answering questions and solving issues about HR policies.
  • Handle Grievances: Manage conflicts and disciplinary cases fairly and smoothly.
  • Exit Interviews: Chat with departing employees for feedback and find ways to improve.
  • Manage Benefits: Oversee programs like medical insurance, leave, and pension plans, making sure everything runs smoothly.
  • Help with Benefits Enrollments: Guide employees on signing up for benefits, using them, and understanding any changes.
  • Keep Records Updated: Maintain both paper and digital records accurately.
  • Stay Compliant: Ensure everything meets Tanzanian labor laws.
  • Conduct Audits: Help check that HR processes are on point.
  • Support Performance Reviews: Help with academic staff evaluations and improvement plans.
  • Training Coordination: Work with the Learning and Development team to spot training needs and arrange sessions.
  • HR Reporting: Create reports on leave, medical usage, and other HR metrics.

What You Bring:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or similar.
  • Experience: 3+ years in HR admin, ideally in a big company with many locations.
  • Knowledge: Solid grasp of Tanzanian labor laws.
  • Skills: Great communication, interpersonal, and customer service abilities.
  • Tech Savvy: Comfortable using Microsoft Office.

Ready to Apply?

Think you’re the right fit? Send your application, including a cover letter and updated CV, to hr.tanzania@aku.edu. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For more details, check out aku.edu.

Application Deadline: 15th October 2024

Take this opportunity to grow your HR career with AKU and make a difference!