HR Officer

The HR Officer is responsible for overseeing multiple HR functions, including recruitment, payroll, employee engagement, employee relations, and internship management.

Responsibilities

RECRUITMENT

  • Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, from job postings to candidate onboarding.
  • Screen, interview, and shortlist candidates in collaboration with managers.

ONBOARDING AND OFFBOARDING

  • Create and execute a smooth onboarding process for new hires, ensuring they integrate seamlessly into the team.
  • Provide orientation sessions to familiarize new employees with the agency’s mission, values, and operations.
  • Ensure a smooth exit for employees by initiating exit interviews, clearance orientations, and processing of final pay.

EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT

  • Foster a positive work culture that promotes creativity, collaboration, and well-being.
  • Organize activities and initiatives to boost morale and engagement.

PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

  • Develop and implement performance evaluation systems to assess employee contributions effectively.
  • Facilitate regular performance reviews and feedback sessions with managers and employees.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

  • Administer and manage payroll and timekeeping, ensuring timely and accurate salary disbursements.
  • Propose, design, implement and oversee competitive benefits packages, including health insurance, leave policies, and incentives.
  • Monitor changes in labor laws, government policies, and mandated benefits (e.g., SSS, PhilHealth, PAG-IBIG).
  • Inform and assist employees with government benefits, as needed.
  • Conduct market research to benchmark salary ranges and adjust compensation strategies.

EMPLOYEE RELATIONS

  • Enforce agency policies and address violations with a fair and structured disciplinary process.
  • Manage grievances and disputes, ensuring resolutions are in line with legal and agency standards.
  • Liaise with legal consultants to handle employee-related legal matters.
  • Maintain detailed records of disciplinary actions to ensure transparency and compliance.
  • Ensure compliance with labor laws and maintain necessary documentation and reporting requirements.

REPORTING AND DOCUMENTATION

  • Maintain accurate HR records, including employee data, contracts, and performance reviews.
  • Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly HR reports for management.
  • Process budget requests, liquidations, and other documentation required by finance.
  • Update the employee manual and propose ways to improve the process.

OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT

  • Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety standards.
  • Manage employee work tools, assets, and accountabilities.

INTERNSHIP MANAGEMENT

  • Develop and oversee the internship program, ensuring meaningful learning experiences for interns.
  • Partner with academic institutions to source qualified intern candidates and expand recruitment pipelines.
  • Coordinate with department leads to assign intern projects, track progress, and facilitate performance evaluations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 2+ years of experience in an HR generalist role.
  • Strong knowledge of HR functions, including recruitment, payroll, employee engagement, employee relations, and internship management.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
  • Proficiency in HR software and project management systems.
  • Problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to HR challenges