HR and Recruitment Jobs in Addis Ababa

Company: SARIA Consultancy PLC
Job Title: Talent & People Officer
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Job Category: Human Resources / Talent Acquisition / Administration
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reporting To: Human Resource and Administration Manager
Reference No.: 3224
Vacancies: 5
Closing Date: 29th Dec 2026

Job Overview

Find Companies is seeking a proactive and experienced Talent & People Officer to join its Human Resource team in Addis Ababa. This role is ideal for HR professionals passionate about recruitment, employee engagement, talent acquisition, and human resource operations within fast-paced and labor-intensive work environments.

Reporting directly to the Human Resource and Administration Manager, the successful candidate will support end-to-end recruitment processes, employee relations, compensation administration, staff wellbeing, and HR operations while helping strengthen organizational culture and workforce performance.

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Job Description (JD)

The Talent & People Officer will play a key role in supporting workforce planning, recruitment strategies, employee experience, and HR administration while ensuring compliance with internal procedures and labor regulations.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

1. Talent Acquisition & Recruitment

• Source highly qualified candidates using job platforms, recruitment tools, professional networks, and innovative sourcing methods.
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for current and future staffing needs.
• Partner with hiring managers to advise, guide, and support recruitment and talent acquisition strategies.
• Ensure an excellent candidate experience throughout recruitment and onboarding stages.
• Conduct screening, interview coordination, and recruitment follow-up activities.
• Provide recruitment performance reports and updates to management.
• Continuously improve recruitment systems and talent acquisition processes.

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2. Human Resource Operations

The Talent & People Officer will support daily HR functions, including:

• Supporting the implementation and maintenance of HR policies, procedures, and programs.
• Maintaining accurate and updated employee records and personnel files.
• Coordinating performance management activities with departmental leaders.
• Supporting employee benefits administration, including:
  • Medical insurance
  • Pension schemes
  • Workplace health and safety initiatives
• Managing employee leave schedules and ensuring proper leave utilization.
• Supporting employee separation processes such as resignations and terminations.
• Assisting with disciplinary procedures and employee relations matters.
• Preparing and maintaining:
  • Staff meeting records
  • Monthly HR reports
  • Disciplinary documentation
  • Internal communication records
• Supporting compensation management, including:
  • Salary administration
  • Job evaluations
  • Salary reviews and adjustments

3. Employee Experience & Workplace Culture

• Prepare onboarding and orientation materials for newly hired employees.
• Organize and coordinate induction programs for new staff.
• Work with department heads to identify training and development needs.
• Source suitable training providers and monitor employee development outcomes.
• Promote employee wellbeing through workplace welfare, safety, and health initiatives.
• Foster a positive organizational culture built on engagement, collaboration, openness, and teamwork.

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Education Requirements

Applicants should possess:

• Bachelor’s Degree in:
  • Human Resource Management
  • Management
  • Business Administration
  • Industrial Psychology
  • Or another relevant field from a recognized institution.

Professional HR certifications will be considered an added advantage.

Experience Requirements

Ideal candidates should have:

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in:
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Recruitment
  • Human Resources
  • Employee Relations
  • HR Administration
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is mandatory.
• Experience working within labor-intensive operational setups.
• Strong exposure to labor management and workforce handling issues.
• Experience in fast-moving and evolving work environments.

Required Skills & Competencies

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

• Strong recruitment and talent sourcing capabilities.
• Knowledge of HR operations and labor relations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Employee engagement and people management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in dynamic environments.
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution capabilities.
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism.

Technical Skills

Preferred technical expertise includes:

• HR information systems and employee databases.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Recruitment and applicant tracking platforms.
• HR reporting and documentation systems.
• Understanding of labor laws and workplace compliance.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: Competitive and based on qualifications and relevant work experience (not disclosed by employer).

Potential employee benefits may include:

• Medical insurance coverage.
• Pension contributions.
• Paid annual leave and employee welfare benefits.
• Professional development and training support.
• Career growth opportunities within HR leadership.

Training & Development

The selected candidate may receive training in:

• Advanced recruitment and talent acquisition strategies.
• Employee relations and workplace conflict management.
• Compensation and performance management systems.
• Leadership, people management, and HR analytics.
• Workplace health, safety, and employee wellbeing programs.

Working Environment

This role is suited for professionals who thrive in fast-paced, evolving, and labor-intensive environments where adaptability and proactive problem-solving are essential.

The Talent & People Officer will work closely with departmental leaders, employees, and HR teams to build a productive and positive workplace culture.

Application Process

Qualified applicants with strong recruitment, HR operations, and employee engagement experience are encouraged to apply before the stated deadline. Candidates with industrial or manufacturing HR experience will have a significant advantage during the selection process.