People and Culture Support Practitioner

NRF/SARAO - South African Radio Astronomy Observatory; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An organization focused on astronomy is seeking a People Support Practitioner responsible for providing administrative and operational support to the People & Culture team. The role involves assisting with recruitment, onboarding, managing employee records, and ensuring policy compliance. A diploma in Human Resources or a related field is required, along with strong administrative skills and knowledge of People and Culture processes.

Qualifications

• Must have a diploma in Human Resources or a related field.
• Experience in administrative support for employee lifecycle processes.
• Knowledge of People and Culture policies and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Maintain accurate People records and documentation.
• Expedite coordination of employee queries and concerns.

Skills

Administrative support

Employee lifecycle management

Compliance knowledge

Data management

Education

Diploma in Human Resources or related field

Job description

People Support Practitioner role is responsible for providing administrative and operational support to the People & Culture team ensuring smooth and efficient People and Culture operations. This role involves assisting with various People & Culture functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee records management, and ensuring compliance with People & Culture policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

* Provide administrative support throughout the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding.

* Filing of all People and Culture documentation as per legislation requirements and operating procedures.

* Expedite the coordination of employee queries and concerns, providing guidance on relevant P&C policies and procedures.

* Maintaining accurate People records and documentation

* Support divisional People and Culture projects and initiatives as assigned by the Business Partners and Manager: People & Culture

* Training and Development administration

* Minute taking

* Effective and accurate People data management and reporting activities as needed

* Ensure awareness, compliance and implementation of all legislative and compliance issues

Key Requirements:

Qualification:

Diploma in Human Resources or related field.

Closing Date: 01 August 2025