HR & Administration Consultant at Lightup Impact

The Position

• We are seeking a skilled and experienced HR & Administration Consultant to join our team on a part-time basis. The primary focus of this role is to support our organization in all HR and administrative functions, with a specific emphasis on recruitment, screening, and onboarding processes.

Main tasks

Recruitment and screening:

• Source, screen, and shortlist candidates using appropriate methods.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews with hiring managers and relevant stakeholders.
• Conduct initial interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate suitability.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of candidate information and recruitment activities.

Setting up recruiting and screening systems:

• Design and implement an effective recruiting and screening system tailored to the needs of the organization.
• Develop standardized processes and procedures for recruiting, screening, and evaluating candidates.
• Establish guidelines and metrics to measure the effectiveness of the recruitment process.

Onboarding and HR policy training:

• Facilitate the onboarding process for successful candidates, including preparing offer letters, contracts, and other relevant documentation.
• Conduct orientation sessions to familiarize new employees with organizational policies, procedures, and culture.
• Develop and deliver training sessions on HR policies, procedures, and best practices to employees and managers.

HR administration:

• Provide general administrative support to the organization, including maintaining employee records and updating databases.
• Assist in the review and implementation of HR policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Handle HR-related inquiries from employees and provide appropriate support and guidance.
• Set up and maintain a Human Resources Information System (HRIS).

Your profile

Essential:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Psychology, Sociology or related fields.
• Proven experience of at least 2-3 years working in HR and administration roles, preferably in the nonprofit sector or similar.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment and selection processes, including sourcing, screening, and interviewing techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Solid organizational and time-management abilities, with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Highly desirable:

• Experience in designing and implementing HR policies, procedures, and systems.
• Experience in working with a remote team and with digital program management software (e.g., Asana).
• Skilled in using HRIS and other relevant software applications.