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International Clinical Laboratories (ICL) is one of the largest of independent clinical diagnostic centers on the African continent. ICL has opened its door for service in 2004 with the aim of “contributing to the maintenance and enhancement of the quality of life throughout Ethiopia” by encompassing a system of human and physical resources designed to meet the changing healthcare needs of the population it serves.

It is the only laboratory accredited by the USA based Joint Commission International (JCI) for five times in a row. The laboratory provides more than 3000 tests in collaboration with its referral laboratories.

ICL would like to fill the following vacant positions under Business Development Department by inviting all qualified and competent applicants:

Role Purpose:

To ensure people management practices of a high quality and support the aims and values of the ICL through providing professional HR advice and guidance to line managers. Ensure compliance on all employment related policies and procedures in line with legislation and best practice through coaching and supporting line managers. To proactively contribute to the delivery of key objectives of the HR team and regularly participate and lead on HR projects when required.

Reports to: HR Director

Terms of employment: Permanent (After successful 60 days probation period)

Key accountabilities:

• To provide advice and information on ICL policies and procedures including terms and conditions. To work proactively with managers on:
• Conduct management briefings linked to HR initiatives and policies.
• Co-ordination, planning and delivery of the HR induction for new staff along with any other training needs identified.
• To be responsible for the planning and leading on all recruitment and selection processes for designated posts. Negotiating with recruitment advertisers and agencies to ensure the organisation’s recruitment in cost effective and in accordance with best practice.
• Attend and provide HR advice on formal employment related panels such as disciplinary, grievance, capability and absence management, ensuring managers are briefed and follow the correct process.
• To advise managers on all employment related matters in line with current legislation and best practice.
• Note taking at disciplinary and grievance hearings.
• To collate exit interview, statistical data and to identify trends and issues raising concerns with the HR Director
• To make an active contribution to the development, review, implementation and updating of HR policies and procedures and other HR-related policies.
• To be responsible for the preparation of statistical information to support the organisation in workforce planning, contribute to the production of KPIs and produce statistical reports as required and contribute to budget preparation…
• To work on the administration of the payroll provision ensuring deadlines are met.
• To manage and maintain accurate and up to date employee records in the HR (Oracle) system.
• Advise on pay and other remuneration issues, including promotion and benefits.
• To deputise in the absence of the HR Director.
• To take opportunities to actively participate in organisational wide activities on behalf of the HR Department.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Educated to BA degree level or equivalent
• Proven experience as a HR generalist or more.
• Proven experience of managing complex employee relations
• Proven experience of producing and analyzing statistical information and reports in a timely and accurate manner
• Demonstrable experience of using HR database systems, especially Oracle System proactively

Skills, knowledge and abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish effective working relationships with internal and external customers
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (English language) including presentation skills
• Excellent IT skills, Microsoft Office including Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent planning and organization skills with proven ability to priorities and meet deadlines
• Knowledge of current employment law and best practices
• Excellent note taking skills
• Ability to make sound judgments based on analysis of relevant facts

Personal qualities:

• A high level of personal integrity and professionalism
• Highly motivated with a flexible approach
• A collaborative approach to team working
• Understanding of the importance of confidentiality