HR Officer
- Kingston
- Accepting Applications
- Jun 30th 2026
- Jun 30th 2026
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- Key Details
- Salary Amount: Negotiable
- Salary Type: Annual
- Gender: Male or Female
- Experience: 3 years
- Career Level: Mid Level
- Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree
- Job Overview
The Human Resource Officer serves as in a generalist capacity and will extend to all areas of Human Resource. He/she will assist the Human Resource Manager in planning and implementing HR activities to achieve our client’s objectives.
- Responsibilities/Duties
- Interpret, assist and advise staff on Human Resource Management Policies and Regulations
- Participate in all levels of the employee life cycle – recruitment, onboarding, performance management, discipline, coaching, termination etc.
- Participates in the full cycle recruitment process.
- Conduct training analysis and utilize data gleaned to assist with the creation of the annual training plan.
- Assist with creating learning and development programs and initiatives that provide development opportunities for employees.
- Conduct disciplinary hearings and investigations, coordinate with department management and advise on the process for employee coaching and corrective actions.
- Assist with writing and updating policies, procedures, methods and guidelines while communicating and enforcing organizational values.
- Assist with the planning and coordination of wellness and staff engagement programs.
- Coordinate the performance review process and assist with the implementation of appropriate performance improvement measures to improve talent.
- Provide guidance to supervisors/managers on performance evaluations and effective coaching methods for employees.
- Safeguard the integrity of the employee files and database- HRM
- Coordinating the preparation and distribution of letters to employees (Promotion, NHT, Confirmation, Acting etc.)
- Computing salary increases and updating/preparing payroll information to reflect changes in employee status, earnings and deduction for submission to payroll
- Keep Human Resource Manager apprised of relevant employee communications/morale issues, trends, needs and/or developments.
- Visit locations and departments on a regular basis to stay current on employee issues, success of initiatives, and to keep familiar with operational processes and procedures.
- Performs other related duties that may from time to time be assigned
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPI):
- Employee records are up to date and properly filed
- Performance management programs are completed as per agreed standard and schedule.
- Disciplinary matters are managed in accordance with the relevant IR laws and good HR practice thereby limiting exposure to the business
- Design and implement at least two engagement programs per year resulting in year over year improvement in engagement levels and employee morale.
- Design and implement at least two (2) training programs per year
KEY COMPETENCIES:
- Sound knowledge of Jamaica’s Labour Laws,
- Strong knowledge of Human Resource Management principles and practices;
- Strong knowledge of HR staffing/recruitment policies and procedures
- Strong interpersonal skills with well-developed conflict management and negotiating skills;
- Sound judgement and excellent administration skills
- Strong presentation, written, oral and communication skills;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and must be highly confidential
- Excellent interpretative and analytical skills
- Excellent time management and organization skills
- The ability to work on own initiative and under pressure
- The ability to work in a unionized environment
- The ability to pay keen attention to details and perform in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
- Skills & Certifications
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- First Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Management or related studies
- Three (3) years related experience
- Experience supervising a team (a definite advantage)
- Training and certification in industrial relations
- Experience developing and delivering training content
- Experience with talent acquisition and management
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and flexibility to quickly adapt to changing conditions
- Working Conditions
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