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AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH COUNCIL (ARC) - HUMAN RESOURCES (HR) ADMINISTRATOR
AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH COUNCIL (ARC)
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) is a premier science institution that conducts research with partners, develops human capital and fosters innovation in support of the agricultural sector. It provides diagnostic, laboratory, analytical, agricultural engineering services, post-harvest technology development, agrochemical evaluation, consultation and advisory services, food processing technology services as well as various surveys and training interventions. Through its wider network of research campuses and experimental farms, the ARC provides a strong scientific base and a broadly distributed technology transfer capacity to the entire agricultural industry in South Africa.
The ARC-Natural Resources and Engineering (ARC-NRE) seeks to appoint a highly experienced and dynamic person to the following position in Arcadia and Silverton, Pretoria:
HUMAN RESOURCES (HR) ADMINISTRATOR
Key Performance Areas:
Recruitment and Selection:
• Implementation of HR policies and procedures in line with relevant legislation,
• Provide support and advice on recruitment and selection procedures to line managers,
• Administering of recruitment and selection procedures (including, but not limited to, assisting new employees with appointment documentation and preparing payroll advices).
Administration of Employee Conditions of Service:
• Appointment and termination of employees,
• Liaise with Provident and Pension Funds to ensure that employees receive their benefits,
• Administration of leave in the Employee Self-Service (ESS) system,
• Attend to all HR and ESS related enquiries and assisting employees with info slips,
• Render and maintain a quality HR administrative service that conforms to personnel needs and those of the organization,
• Filing and keeping records of all personnel documents.
Personnel Training and Development:
• Coordinate application processes relating to all formal and informal training requests,
• Coordinate performance management processes and derive campus training plans,
• Compile and submit monthly, quarterly and annual training reports,
• Maintain records for all types of training and liaise with the ARC Corporate HR Development division.
Performance Management and Development System (PMDS):
• Management of employee probation,
• Ensuring that annual performance contracts are submitted on time and facilitating the performance assessment process.
Labour Relations:
• Ensure that labour related policies are adhered to at all times,
• Facilitate the disciplinary and grievance process and act as Secretary during the disciplinary process where necessary.
Requirements:
• National Diploma or Degree in HR Management or HR Development,
• 2 years’ experience in HR Management or related area,
• Confidentiality,
• Good organizational and verbal communication skills,
• Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office suite,
• Valid driver’s licence (code 08/EB).
Key Performance Areas:
Recruitment and Selection:
• Implementation of HR policies and procedures in line with relevant legislation,
• Provide support and advice on recruitment and selection procedures to line managers,
• Administering of recruitment and selection procedures (including, but not limited to, assisting new employees with appointment documentation and preparing payroll advices).
Administration of Employee Conditions of Service:
• Appointment and termination of employees,
• Liaise with Provident and Pension Funds to ensure that employees receive their benefits,
• Administration of leave in the Employee Self-Service (ESS) system,
• Attend to all HR and ESS related enquiries and assisting employees with info slips,
• Render and maintain a quality HR administrative service that conforms to personnel needs and those of the organization,
• Filing and keeping records of all personnel documents.
Personnel Training and Development:
• Coordinate application processes relating to all formal and informal training requests,
• Coordinate performance management processes and derive campus training plans,
• Compile and submit monthly, quarterly and annual training reports,
• Maintain records for all types of training and liaise with the ARC Corporate HR Development division.
Performance Management and Development System (PMDS):
• Management of employee probation,
• Ensuring that annual performance contracts are submitted on time and facilitating the performance assessment process.
Labour Relations:
• Ensure that labour related policies are adhered to at all times,
• Facilitate the disciplinary and grievance process and act as Secretary during the disciplinary process where necessary.
Requirements:
• National Diploma or Degree in HR Management or HR Development,
• 2 years’ experience in HR Management or related area,
• Confidentiality,
• Good organizational and verbal communication skills,
• Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office suite,
• Valid driver’s licence (code 08/EB).
Enquiries: Mr MO Pula, Tel 012 310 2500
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 16 FEBRUARY 2022
A competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance and preference will be given to South African citizens.
Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (including certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s licence and nationality - N.B. non-RSA citizens / work permit holders must attach certified copies), as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees, must be e-mailed to ISCWCV@arc.agric.za
A SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response within four (4) weeks of the closing date should regard their applications as unsuccessful.
The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity. The company has the right not to appoint.