Human Resources Officer

findojobs-za; Durban; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit environmental organization based in Durban is seeking a reliable HR Officer. The role involves maintaining employee records, providing recruitment support, and ensuring compliance with HR policies. Candidates are expected to have at least 2 years of administrative experience, preferably in HR, and possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail. This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to the mission of promoting environmental justice.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' administrative experience, preferably in HR.
• NGO sector experience will be an advantage.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate employee records in compliance with POPIA.
• Provide recruitment and onboarding support.
• Draft employment documentation for approval and issue by management.
• Process leave and benefits administration.
• Provide compliance and reporting support.
• Schedule performance review meetings and file records.
• Arrange HR-related meetings and training sessions.
• Manage and maintain the shared HR email inbox.

Skills

Strong administrative and organisational skills

Accuracy and attention to detail

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Education

HR or Business Administration diploma/qualification

Job description

Established in

groundWork, Friends of the Earth South Africa is a non‑profit environmental justice organisation working towards a just transition and open democracy in South Africa and beyond.

Its vision is that people live well with each other and with the earth.

To realise this vision, groundWork partners with affected communities to resist dirty energy and toxic production, building solidarity and local alliances that advocate for open debate and democratic control over resources such as energy, waste and health.

groundWork works through five key campaigns including Climate and Energy Justice, Coal and the Just Transition, Waste, Environmental Health and Environmental Justice Education.

About the Job

To support our operations, we are seeking a reliable and detail‑oriented HR Officer to strengthen our internal systems and provide efficient HR administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate employee records (electronic and physical) in compliance with POPIA.
• Provide recruitment and onboarding support including interview packs, communications and induction logistics.
• Draft employment documentation (contracts, forms, terms of references, job descriptions and checklists) for approval and issue by management.
• Process leave and benefits administration in line with the BCEA and organisational policies.
• Provide compliance and reporting support including preparation of standard HR letters and data collation for statutory, funder and audit reporting.
• Schedule performance review meetings, file and update records.
• Arrange HR‑related meetings and training sessions.
• Requisition employee payments for HR records.
• Update the organisation's organogram as required.
• Manage and maintain the shared HR email inbox.
• Provide HR office administration and general support to the Operations Director and HR functions.

Requirements

• Education: HR or Business Administration diploma/qualification (advantageous).
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years' administrative experience, preferably in HR. NGO sector experience will be an advantage.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Full‑time office‑based role in Durban.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Commitment to groundWork's mission and values.