HR Generalist

The institute has a job opening for a **HR Generalist **within our **HR** department. The purpose of the role is to provide comprehensive HR-related support and services to employees.

**Position Duties & Responsibilities**
- Recruitment and Onboarding:_
- Collaborate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and develop job descriptions.
- Conduct reference checks and background screenings.
- Facilitate the onboarding process for new hires, including onboarding processes, records and employee training.
- Employee Relations:_
- Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries and provide guidance on HR policies and procedures.
- Address employee concerns, conflicts, and grievances, and initiate appropriate resolutions.
- Conduct investigations into employee complaints and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
- Provide counselling and support to employees on various HR matters.
- Performance Management:_
- Assist in the development and implementation of performance management processes, including goal-setting, performance evaluations, and feedback.
- Support employees in conducting performance discussions with their managers and ensure compliance when implementing performance improvement plans.
- Provide training and guidance on performance management best practices.
- Provide guidance on disciplinary actions.
- HR Administration and Record Keeping:_
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records.
- Training and Development:_
- Coordinate employee training programs when needs have been identified.
- Assist in the development and delivery of HR-related training sessions.
- Support the implementation of employee development initiatives and career progression programs.
- HR Projects and Initiatives:_
- Participate in HR projects and initiatives, such as process improvement and employee engagement programs.
- Stay updated on industry trends and changes in employment legislation to ensure HR practices remain compliant and effective.

**Application Requirements**:

- Minimum of a Diploma or equivalent qualification related to Human Resources or Industrial Psychology.
- 2 years’ experience in a similar role performing similar functions.
- Sound understanding of the recruitment cycle.
- Ability to withstand pressure and manage multiple tasks.
- Working knowledge of relevant legislation: BCEA, EEA, SDA, OHSA, COIDA.
- Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office 365 in particular) and the ability to learn new technology.
- Meticulous recordkeeping skills and attention to detail.
- Above average decision-making and problem-solving skills.

The following attributes are linked to the Code of Conduct for general staff. These points indicate the kind of behaviour that is expected:

- Cross-functional awareness / organisational understanding.
- Customer service orientation.
- Conceptual thinking.
- Ability to decide on a comprehensive sound course of action, and commit to a definite course of action.
- Team leadership in respect of utilising expertise of manager / supporting staff members.
- People Centricity - Respectful and helpful nature when dealing with clients, peers and colleagues.
- Urgency - The position requires decisiveness, quick response and fast action.
- Self-Control - The ability to govern one’s emotions and reactions is a key part of customer service
- Maintain high ethical standards personally and professionally.

**Why work at AIE**:
**Vision and Mission**:To deliver demand-driven education, built upon the principal of quality education through innovation and technology.

**Working Environment**:A hybrid-working environment where we combine working remotely and on-campus.

**Our Values**:At our core, we practice Empathy, Fairness, Respect, Accountability and Humility. In perpetuity, our drive remains to be industry revolutionaries of a company proud of its people, its customers, and its products.

**Excellent Work / Life balance**:21 days’ annual leave per year and 10 days’ staff development leave.

**We promote continuous self-development**:The main benefit of an academic institution is that our core consists of education and further developing individuals and the same applies to our employees. We employ passionate individuals who want to further their skills and studies and provide competitive financial assistance whether you choose to complete your studies internally or externally.

**What we do best**:At the heart of our organization, we have a bold vision of transforming the way we operate through automation, empowering our employees to unleash their true potential. We are more than just an education provider that is systems-driven; we are pioneers in pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the education industry. Join us on this exhilarating journey as we embark on exciting projects that include expanding our campus, redefining the educational landscape, creating unforgettable experiences for our stakeholders, and recognizing and rewarding exceptional efforts. This i