HR Manager

As a Human Resources (HR) Manager / HR Officer, your role will involve overseeing various HR functions within the school. Here is a breakdown of your key responsibilities: - Recruitment & Staffing: - Coordinate recruitment processes for teaching and non-teaching staff, including advertising roles, shortlisting candidates, and scheduling interviews. - Assist the leadership team in making final hiring decisions. - Ensure completion of background checks, credential verification, and reference checks. - Maintain a recruitment database and talent pipeline. - Onboarding & Orientation: - Manage the onboarding process for new staff, including conducting orientation sessions, handling documentation, and facilitating benefits enrollment. - Provide support for international hires regarding visa processing, relocation assistance, and cultural integration. - Ensure that new staff members receive necessary materials such as staff handbooks, school policies, and IT access. - HR Administration & Records: - Maintain accurate and confidential HR records, staff files, and contracts. - Monitor staff leave balances, attendance records, and contract renewal dates. - Policy Implementation & Compliance: - Develop and implement HR policies in alignment with school values and local labor laws. - Ensure compliance with employment contracts, labor regulations, and workplace safety standards. - Stay updated on changes in employment law and HR best practices. - Staff Relations & Performance Management: - Support professional development initiatives and oversee appraisal/performance review processes. - Address staff concerns or grievances in a professional and confidential manner. - Foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful school culture. - Organize staff engagement events, well-being programs, and recognition initiatives. - HR Strategy & Reporting: - Contribute to strategic planning related to recruitment, retention, and workforce development. - Provide HR reports and data analysis for school leadership as needed. - Participate in HR audits and internal evaluations. Qualifications and Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. - 3+ years of HR experience, preferably in an educational or international setting. - Knowledge of local labor laws and HR best practices. - Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. - High degree of professionalism, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity. - Proficiency in HR software systems, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace. - Fluency in English (required); additional languages are a plus. Preferred Attributes: - Experience supporting expatriate staff with visas, onboarding, and relocation. - Familiarity with international school operations and staff lifecycle. - Conflict resolution and mediation skills. - Ability to multitask and work independently under pressure. Working Hours: - Full-time position with workdays from Monday to Saturday. - Occasional availability may be required for staff orientation, emergencies, or school events.,