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Title: HR Officer
Job Family: Development & Admin
Duration: One year fixed term contract
Reporting to: HR Manager
The Irish Red Cross Society (IRC) is part of the world's largest independent humanitarian network, the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
The IRC is committed to and bound by its Fundamental Principles of Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity and Universality.
The vision of the Irish Red Cross is to be a leading humanitarian organisation, providing impartial services and support to vulnerable communities both at home and abroad.
Our mission is to identify and deliver humanitarian assistance to those who are most in need.
SUMMARY OF ROLE
The HR Officer will play a key role in supporting HR Manager to deliver efficient, compliant, and people-focused HR services.
This role encompasses recruitment, onboarding and HR systems administration.
The HR Officer will be the first point of contact for HR queries.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensure accurate employee and recruitment records are maintained.
Oversee and support the recruitment process; job descriptions, job adverts, shortlisting, interviews, and contracts etc.
Manage employee queries and concerns, ensuring timely resolution or escalation where appropriate.
Coordinate onboarding and induction programmes to ensure a seamless employee experience.
Assist in offboarding processes, ensuring compliance and professionalism throughout.
Manage workload effectively with a strong attention to detail.
Assist in coordinating mandatory and developmental training programmes.
Undertake training and development as required.
Abide by and uphold the Principles of the International Red Cross Red Crescent Movement.
Undertake any other reasonable work-related duties and responsibilities assigned by the relevant line manager that are consistent with the nature of the job and level of responsibility.
ROLE REQUIREMENTS
Essential Criteria
A minimum of 2 years HR experience.
All levels of education will be considered.
However, good communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
Strong reporting & IT skills – including MS Office.
Strong administrative and organisational skills.
Experience of and knowledge of formal HR processes.
Ability to speak and write fluent English with an ability to create HR communications appropriate for the audience.
Experience with Human Resources Information Systems (HR Locker preferred).
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Ability to respond to a varying workload in a busy environment.
Desirable Criteria
Experience of dealing with sensitive information in a discreet manner.
Flexibility and adaptability and a willingness to take on additional duties.
A keen interest and understanding of the not-for-profit sector.
Committed interest in the work & principles of the Irish Red Cross.
FURTHER INFORMATION
The Irish Red Cross is an equal opportunities employer.
We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in our workforce.
We welcome applications for people from all sections of the community, irrespective of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, race or membership of the Traveller community.
This role requires applicants to have the right to work in Ireland.
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