People and Culture HR Officer

Time Personnel; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

An international NGO based in Cape Town seeks a People & Culture HR Officer to manage HR operations, ensure compliance with South African law, and support cross-cultural collaboration. Ideal candidates will have 3+ years of HR experience and strong interpersonal skills. This role includes both in-office and remote work options.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in HR role required.
• Knowledge of UK Law advantageous.
• Commitment to building a supportive culture.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR advice on various topics.
• Ensure HR practices comply with South African law.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment process.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

HR best practices

Knowledge of South African Labour Law

Education

Relevant diploma or degree in Human Resources

Job description

People and Culture HR Officer required in Cape Town.

Looking to make a meaningful impact in a people-focused HR role supporting UK operations? An international NGO, with offices located at the Cape Town Waterfront, is seeking a People & Culture HR Officer to support day-to-day HR operations in collaboration with its UK team.

You will be responsible for managing HR documentation, coordinating payroll changes, and contributing to a positive and well-organised workplace environment.

A solid foundation in HR best practices, along with a proactive, reliable, and professional approach, is essential. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your HR career while making a real difference in a values-driven, international organisation.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric, or similar qualification
• A relevant diploma or degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a related field is a bonus
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar HR role
• Knowledge of South African Labour Law
• Knowledge of UK Law – Advantageous
• A genuine empathy and strong interpersonal skills, with a commitment to building a positive and supportive workplace culture
• Experience with cross-cultural collaboration is also an advantage
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely to all levels of the organisation
• Hybrid working – 2 days in office, 3 days remote | Hours: 09:00 – 17:30

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Act as the first point of contact for employee and manager queries, providing frontline HR advice on a wide range of topics, including performance management, disciplinary matters, grievances, and conflict resolution
• Ensure all HR practices, policies, and procedures comply with South African labour law
• Conducting an annual review of employee benefits and reviewing policies to ensure they are current and legally compliant
• Recruitment and Onboarding
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, from drafting job ads and supporting the selection process to preparing employment contracts and supporting induction plans
• Responsible for mandatory onboarding, including safeguarding and cybersecurity training
• Data and Systems Management
• Gather employee analytics for initial review and assist in collecting feedback for system items
• Managing the company HRIS programmes
• Draft internal communications and manage culture-building activities like sending out birthday cards and shoutouts
• You will also assist in scheduling deep-dive surveys and collecting feedback from teams
• Administrative and Executive Support
• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the People Partner and CEO, including efficient diary management, scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and drafting correspondence.
• Compliance and Safety: Oversee all cybersecurity policies and ensure staff right-to-work and DBS compliance
• Salary and Benefits: Assist with the annual salary benchmarking and annual employee benefits review