Officer, People Operations at Room to Read
Room to Read | Officer, People Operations at Room to Read
Dar es Salaam
Position Overview:
The People Operations Officer will play a crucial role in administering hiring, retention, staff development, termination, personnel records, legal compliance, compensation, benefits, and providing day-to-day administrative and logistical support to the People Operations department and country staff. Reporting to the Manager, People Operations, this position holds key responsibilities in ensuring the smooth functioning of HR processes.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Provide general HR administrative support to the Manager, People Operations.
- Assist in Personnel Annual Planning & Budgeting.
- Update employee data into the Workday system and ensure monthly data quality checks.
- Manage employment documentation, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy.
- Provide data and prepare management information reports.
- Consolidate monthly payroll inputs and ensure proper filing and document management.
- Contribute to annual HR initiatives such as goal setting, performance management, and staff satisfaction surveys.
- Support staff in understanding Room to Read People Operations policies and procedures.
- Coordinate interviews, prepare training packs, and facilitate HR workshops/trainings.
- Collaborate on DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) initiatives.
- Address People Operations related issues in a timely manner.
- Oversee the management and general administration of employee leave processes.
- Facilitate staff separation as per internal policies and procedures, including exit interviews.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, industrial relations/psychology, or a related field.
- Minimum 3-5 years of professional experience in HR Operations.
- Experience in the NGO environment is advantageous.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to multi-task and well-organized.
- Understanding of relevant labor legislations.
Preferred:
- Positive attitude towards work and others.
- Passion for the mission and a strong desire to impact a dynamic nonprofit organization.
- Innovative and creative thinker.
- High level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness.
- Strong work ethic requiring minimal direction.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Thrive in a fast-paced and fun environment.
Compensation Statement:
Room to Read offers competitive pay with excellent benefits. The organization provides a unique opportunity to be part of an innovative, meaningful, and rapidly growing nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of millions of children in developing countries through a focus on literacy and gender equality in education.
Room to Read is an equal opportunity employer committed to identifying and developing the skills and leadership of people from diverse backgrounds. It operates as a child-safe organization, with all personnel expected to adhere to Room to Read’s Child Protection Policy and Child Protection Code of Conduct.
Location(s): Tanzania – Main – Dar Es Salaam
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