Human Resources Clerk

Recruiter:	American Embassy	Updated on:	2011-12-23 00:00:00
AA/EE:	Not Applicable	Contract	Permanent
Location:	Pretoria	Available:	Immediately
Category:	Human Resources	Offer:	Basic Salary: R129,233 – R180,922 per annum

Introduction

The U.S. Embassy in Pretoria is seeking an individual for the position of Human Resources Clerk in the Human Resource Office (HRO). The position is full-time and closes January 9, 2012.

Minimum Requirements

NOTE: ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT APPLICANTS WHO ARE NOT SOUTH AFRICAN CITIZENS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR PERMANENT RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION. Qualifications Required: NOTE: ALL APPLICANTS MUST ADDRESS EACH SELECTION CRITERION DETAILED BELOW WITH SPECIFIC AND COMPREHENSIVE INFORMATION SUPPORTING EACH ITEM. Items 1- 6 are ALL REQUIRED 1. Completion of secondary (high) school is required. 2. A minimum of one year progressively responsible office experience in a demanding and high-profile customer-service or human resources office is required. 3. English level III (good working knowledge) reading/writing/speaking is required. 4. Knowledge of standard office management procedures, use of office machines and a good understanding of host government procedures as it pertains to accreditation and visa processing is required. Familiarity with host country prevailing practices and customs as they apply to non-SA citizens, particularly diplomats. 5. Strong interpersonal, communication and customer service skills in order to deal effectively with a broad range of individuals is required. 6. Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Suite 2007. (This will be tested)

Job Specification

Basic Function of Position:

The incumbent provides support and clerical assistance on the American portfolio. The incumbent maintains responsibility for the processing, verification, and maintenance of personnel-related documentation and provides general office management support for the HR Officer, EFM Professional Associate and Senior HR Assistant.