HR Specialist – Resourcing

HR Specialist Jobs in Lusaka: Join Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia

The Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ) invites applications for the position of HR Specialist – Resourcing based in Lusaka, Zambia. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to CIDRZ’s mission by ensuring a seamless recruitment process and exceptional candidate experience. As an HR specialist in resourcing, you will play a pivotal role in supporting hiring managers and aligning recruitment strategies with organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities for HR Specialist Jobs in Lusaka

• Implement and interpret HR policies and Zambian labour laws, providing expert guidance to project heads and managers on resourcing matters.
• Develop a thorough understanding of CIDRZ’s objectives to effectively plan and shape recruitment requirements.
• Act as the resourcing subject matter expert by anticipating and responding to CIDRZ’s staffing needs and staying informed on external labour market trends and best practices.
• Support job analysis and job evaluation to ensure accurate job grading and maintain up-to-date job descriptions and competency profiles.
• Lead and coordinate the full recruitment cycle, including interviews, selection, placement, and orientation to secure high-quality hires.
• Negotiate salaries and ensure correct salary placement for new staff members.
• Manage work permit applications for expatriate staff and liaise with immigration authorities as necessary.
• Collaborate on annual manpower planning and maintain the organizational establishment spreadsheet to optimize staffing levels.
• Prepare regular reports on staffing trends, turnover, and project-specific human resource data.
• Maintain confidential employee records for management and reporting purposes.

Qualifications and Experience

• Full Grade 12 Certificate.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management.
• Minimum of five years’ relevant experience in HR resourcing or recruitment.
• Strong working knowledge of Zambian labour laws.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with keen attention to detail.
• Training in job analysis and evaluation is advantageous.
• Valid practicing license from the Zambia Institute of Human Resource Management (ZIHRM) is mandatory.

Why Apply for HR Specialist Jobs in Lusaka at CIDRZ?

Joining CIDRZ means becoming part of a dynamic organization committed to impactful health research in Zambia. As an HR Specialist – Resourcing, you will influence talent acquisition strategies that directly support CIDRZ’s critical projects. The role offers a collaborative environment where your expertise will be valued and your contributions recognized.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the qualifications are encouraged to apply by visiting the CIDRZ careers page at
https://www.cidrz.org/jobs/.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.