Human Resources Officer at Jhpiego Tanzania – August 2026

Human Resources Officer at Jhpiego Tanzania – August 2026

Human Resources Officer

Job Details

• Job Title: Human Resources Officer

• Job ID: 141033

• Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

• Organization: Jhpiego Tanzania (Johns Hopkins University Affiliate)

• Vacancies: 1 position (Open to both genders)

• Application Deadline: August 18, 2026

About Jhpiego

Jhpiego, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins University, is a global health organization committed to creating transformative healthcare solutions. Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package.

Job Purpose

Reporting directly to the Human Resource Director, the HR Officer will support strategic HR priorities and provide ongoing HR support across Jhpiego offices in Tanzania. The role covers recruitment, performance management, employee relations, compliance with Tanzanian labor laws, staff welfare, and administrative support.

Key Responsibilities

1. Recruitment, Onboarding & Offboarding

• Lead recruitment processes in collaboration with the HR Director (requisition forms, advertising, screening, interviewing, selection, and reference checks).

• Plan and oversee staff onboarding, orientation, transitions, and exit processes.

• Oversee the engagement and database management for consultants and specific task agreement personnel in compliance with established policies.

2. Performance, Records & HR Systems

• Monitor performance management processes and follow up with staff/managers on required periodic HR documentation (updated CVs, bio-data forms, etc.).

• Maintain complete, up-to-date, and confidential employee electronic and physical records.

• Support and utilize HR online platforms, including JEMS and iCIMS.

3. Employee Relations, Welfare & Administration

• Administer HR policies, address staff grievances, and support the handling of disciplinary issues.

• Oversee staff medical insurance, group life insurance, and benefit administration.

• Support staff welfare initiatives and coordinate organizational events such as retreats and general meetings.

• Assist the HR Director in providing overall HR department oversight for smooth operations, along with other assigned duties.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience

• Education: Undergraduate Degree in Human Resources Management or Business Administration (HRM).

• Experience: Minimum of 5 to 6 years of post-qualification experience in an HR management position within a reputable NGO or development agency.

Knowledge & Competencies

• Strong working knowledge of Tanzanian labor laws.

• Proficiency with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) and Microsoft Office products.

• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and strong organizational/multitasking abilities.

• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills across diverse cultures and organizational levels.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit a single document containing their cover letter, resume, and references online via the official portal:

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

• Deadline: August 18, 2026

Fraud Warning: Jhpiego will never ask for a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. All legitimate communications originate from official .org email addresses.