The human resources officer will be mainly be responsible for employee relations and professional development functions; which includes data management on HR systems and reports generating in addition to providing support to other HR areas as needed. In general, the human resource officer shall help achieving the HR department goals by ensuring maintaining updated information, providing quality HR services to all employees / students and improving overall productivity throughout the university

General Duties and Responsibilities:

Answer employees queries and advise employees on the university’s policies and procedures to ensure they are fully aware of their statutory entitlements, obligations, as well as amenities and services provided by the university.

Provide prompt and clear communications and support to all employees on any matters related to compensation, benefits, HR system, etc.

Ensure timely preparation of personnel files and proper maintenance of systems and records.

Recommend, implement and monitor progress of the annual professional development plans to achieve full attendance, successful completion and maximum return on investment.

Suggest new initiatives and activities to enhance employees’ satisfaction, engagement and retention.

Act as HR system(s) administrator via maintaining updated information, accurate leaves balances and implementing leaves cycles as per policy.

Process all HR system requests including salary certificates, expense claims, business cards, loans and all other requests / transactions.

Calculate rates and prepare the annual air-fares reports for faculty and admin staff.

Ensure accurate and timely preparation of all administrative details related to employees exit.

Recommend, implement and monitor progress of the annual professional development plans to achieve full attendance, successful completion and maximum return on investment.

Perform any other related tasks as assigned / needed.

Job Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or equivalent

CIPD certification is an advantage

Minimum of 5 years of diversified HR solid experience with at least 2 years in a similar role, experience in higher education field is a plus

Advanced commutation skills (spoken, read and written) in English and Arabic

Proven track record interpreting policies and providing consultations to employees and managers

Advanced knowledge required to analyze, design, develop, implement and evaluate professional development (training) programs for a large organization

Solid knowledge on organization / grading structures, pay schemes and job evaluations

Strong presentation, and interpersonal skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to unravel complex issues and devise solutions

Ability to work under pressure, multi-tasking and meet deadlines

Accuracy and attention to details

Self-driven, motivated, supportive, team player and transparent.

Application Process:

Subject line must include the source, your name and position you are applying for; e.g.: RIT Website –Name – Human Resources Officer

Resume or curriculum vitae

Contact information

A cover letter detailing your technical/professional, teaching, and scholarship qualifications and achievements, and how these address the required and preferred qualifications for the position.

Names, addresses and phone numbers of three references