HR Officer
As a HR Officer, your key responsibilities will include:
- Recruitment & Onboarding: Manage recruitment, candidate screening, interviews, selection, and onboarding.
- Employee Relations: Address employee concerns and grievances confidentially and promptly.
- Performance Management: Administer appraisals, identify training needs, and coordinate development programs.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with employment laws and maintain HR records on Monday.com.
- Policy Development: Assist in developing and implementing HR policies, ensuring adherence.
- Health & Safety: Support health and safety initiatives and compliance.
Joining Children with Voices as an HR Officer will provide you with a unique and rewarding experience that offers both personal and professional growth opportunities. As a volunteer, you will gain:
- Hands-On Experience: Direct involvement in all aspects of human resources management within a dynamic charity, enhancing your skills in recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, compliance, and policy development.
- Professional Development: Opportunities to develop your HR expertise and leadership skills, working closely with a dedicated team and learning from experienced professionals in the field.
- Impactful Contribution: A chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people by supporting the smooth operation and success of programs that empower and nurture their development. - Networking Opportunities: Build valuable connections with professionals, volunteers, and community members, expanding your network within the charity and non-profit sector.
- Personal Fulfilment: Experience the satisfaction of contributing to a mission-driven organization and witnessing the positive outcomes of your efforts on the community.
- Training and Support: Access to ongoing training and support to ensure you feel confident and equipped to excel in your role, including proficiency in HR software and best practices.
- Flexible Working Environment: Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely or in our Hackney, London office, accommodating your personal and professional commitments.
We are committed to supporting our volunteers and ensuring they have a fulfilling and enriching experience while contributing to our mission. Your involvement will not only help us achieve our goals but also provide you with invaluable skills and experiences that will benefit your future career endeavours.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Proven experience in an HR Officer role or similar position.
- Strong understanding of UK employment laws and HR best practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- CIPD qualification or equivalent is desirable.
- Passion for working within the charity sector and supporting the welfare of children and young people.
- Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to handle challenging situations with diplomacy.