Human Resources Officer

at GroundWork
Published October 3, 2025
Expires October 16, 2025
Location Durban, South Africa
Category Human Resource  
Job Type Full-Time  

Description

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) fir 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 an 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.

Skills & Competencies

Strong administrative and organisational skills.

Accuracy and attention to detail.

Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Other Requirements

Full-time office-based role in Durban.

Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Commitment to groundWork’s mission and values.

Please send your resume/CV

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