Associate Officer-HR
Support HR functions including personnel file management, payroll, and logistics.
Overview
Support HR functions including personnel file management, payroll, and logistics.
You have:
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Human Resources/Public Administration/Management/Business Administration/other relevant field; Master’s will get preference.
- A minimum of two (02) years of progressively responsible professional experience in human resource management in an international organization and/or large corporation; experience of working in development sector will be a plus.
- Demonstrated experience of managing HR administrative things like personnel file management, leave management, timesheet management etc.
- Proficiency in managing large volume staff data in excel.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and Bangla.
- Proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel as well as G suite is must.
Description
iDE is an international NGO with over 40 years of experience in designing and delivering market-based anti-poverty programs in 11 countries. We are a world leader in making markets work for the poor as well as the longest-established market development specialist NGO in Bangladesh. iDE believes that markets can be a powerful force for improving smallholder prosperity by creating income and livelihood opportunities for poor rural households. iDE Bangladesh currently has eight projects in Agricultural Markets, Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), and Access to Finance with a focus on women’s economic empowerment and climate-smart technologies.
iDE Bangladesh is seeking a dynamic Associate Officer-HR to join our Human Resources team. This role will support personnel file management, leave and timesheet tracking, insurance claims, payroll, and logistical arrangements for HR events.
Number of Vacancies: 1 (One)
Job Location : Dhaka with field visits as needed
Contract Duration: 1 (One) Year
Roles and Responsibilities:
The responsibilities of the Associate Officer-HR will include but are not limited to the descriptions below-
Key Responsibilities
Timesheet Management:
- Send monthly allocation emails to shared staff.
- Track, collect, and ensure accurate documentation of timesheets.
Provide support to staff for preparing accurate and error-free timesheets.
Leave Management:
Track and maintain staff leave data.
- Prepare regular leave reports.
Insurance Claim Management:
- Track staff insurance claim for HR records.
- Process claim submissions to insurance companies weekly.
- Assist in preparing reports related to insurance inclusion and exclusion.
Personnel File and Staff Data Management:
- Open and maintain personnel files, ensuring confidentiality.
- Update and maintain the master database.
Payroll support:
- Assist in providing monthly payroll information to the finance team.
- Support payment processes for interns, vendors, and consultants.
Ensure timely disbursement of monthly pay slips.
Logistical Support:
Provide logistical support for organizing HR events.
Provide support in coordinating HR related purchase.
Other Responsibilities
Prepare experience certificates, NOCs, and resignation acceptances as needed.
- Support the HR team during audits.
- Assist in recruitment & selection as required.
- Undertake any other tasks assigned by the line supervisor.
Benefits
Application Deadline: 08 February 2025
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview
(Any personal persuasion will result in disqualification)
We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply early for priority consideration.
Women are actively encouraged to apply
iDE provides a women friendly work environment with flexible work arrangements, appropriate skill development opportunities, and good career development potential for high-performing individuals. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. Employee selection and related decisions are made without regard to gender, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.
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Requirements
A successful Associate Officer-HR will have the following skills and experience and will be comfortable with the following conditions.
Education
● Bachelor's degree, preferably in Human Resources/ Public Administration/ Management/ Business Administration/ other relevant field; Master’s will get preference.
Work Experience
● A minimum of two (02) years of progressively responsible professional experience in human resource management in an international organization and/or large corporation; experience of working in development sector will be a plus.
● Demonstrated experience of managing HR administrative things like personnel file management, leave management, time sheet management etc.
● Proven experience of staff data entry and managing staff master database
● Proficiency in managing large volume staff data in excel
● Hands on experience of coordinating with various units to get the job done
● Working knowledge of HR Information System is desirable
Personal Skills
● Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and Bangla;
● Demonstrated ability to convey messages through clear and concise way;
● Ability to strategies innovative approaches to address any HR issues;
● Flexibility to adapt to different work conditions and
● Proficiency in MS Word, power point, excel as well as G suite is must
● Excellent interpersonal communication skill and willingness to work for extended period
Potential interview questions
| Can you provide an example of how you managed a complex HR issue? | This question assesses your problem-solving skills and experience with HR challenges. | Provide a clear example, outlining the steps you took and the outcome. |
| How do you prioritize your tasks when managing timesheets and payroll? | The interviewer wants to understand your time management skills and ability to handle multiple responsibilities. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time you had to communicate a difficult message to a team member. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to maintain confidentiality in HR data management? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure accuracy in payroll processing? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |