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Human Resources Officer job at Ifakara Health Institute (IHI) | Apply Now
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Full Time
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About the Organisation
Ifakara Health Institute (IHI) is a leading African research organization with a strong history of developing, testing, and validating innovations in health. With a core strategic mandate for research, training, and services, IHI's work covers biomedical and ecological sciences, intervention studies, health systems research, service delivery, and policy translation.
Job Title
Human Resources Officer job at Ifakara Health Institute (IHI)
Ifakara Health Institute (IHI)
Job Description
Ifakara Health Institute seeks a qualified and experienced Human Resources Officer to join its team in Dar es Salaam. The Officer will manage HR operations including recruitment, talent management, compensation and benefits, employee relations, work permit acquisition, and performance management. This role requires working in a dynamic environment, handling multiple tasks, and meeting tight deadlines. The Officer will also contribute to refining HR systems and maintaining a healthy organizational culture aligned with IHI’s strategic goals.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Collaborate with department heads to identify staffing needs and develop recruitment strategies.
Implement sourcing methods to attract diverse talent pools while ensuring compliance with guidelines.
Lead candidate sourcing, screening, selection, interviews, onboarding, and documentation processes.
Support the design and execution of training and development initiatives.
Analyze HR metrics, generate reports, and provide insights for talent management decision-making.
Monitor compensation and benefits programs to ensure competitiveness and compliance.
Administer employee benefits and communicate related policies.
Serve as a primary contact for employee grievances and workplace issues.
Advise managers on performance-related matters, including disciplinary actions.
Promote employee engagement and a positive organizational culture.
Supervise and mentor HR Assistants.
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RESIDENTIAL
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Academic Qualification:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or a related field.
A master’s degree or professional certifications (advantageous).
Experience:
Minimum 5 years’ experience as an HR Generalist, including 2 years at a supervisory level.
Experience in recruitment, selection, compensation, benefits management, and employee relations.
Experience in work permit acquisition.
Experience with performance management and goal-setting techniques.
Skills and Competencies:
Strong leadership skills and ability to maintain productive relationships with colleagues and government.
Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills (English and Kiswahili).
Commitment to IHI core values: Integrity, Initiative, Equity, Excellence, and Accountability.
How to Apply
ONLINE APPLICATION ONLY!
Interested candidates should send their application letters, detailed CVs (with contact information), and copies of academic and professional certificates to:
Email: recruitment@ihi.or.tz
Subject Line: HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER – RETENTION
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Senior Human Resources and Administration Manager
Ifakara Health Institute
Plot 463 Mikocheni
P.O. Box 78,373
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
