Kelem International School (KIS) is a newly established Pre-KG to Grade 10 international school that was originally founded under the Swedish Embassy in 1946, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The school has been redefined as an independent not-for-profit school since July 1st, 2019. We are currently seeking a Human Resource Manager. 

KIS’s vision is to become a collaborative center of learning in Ethiopia, where each and every child becomes a confident and self-realized global citizen. Our mission is to facilitate the realization of every child’s full potential and develop resilient, curious, open-minded, and reflective students who are able to express themselves fully and effectively. 

We teach to enable our students to think critically, analyze and creatively solve problems to be adaptive in a rapidly changing world. Our school fosters in the minds of our students that learning is a life-long endeavor, setting the example through the continued professional development of our teachers and staff. 

We aim to produce responsible and compassionate global citizens, with respect and recognition of the rich heritage of our host country, Ethiopia. 

Currently, the student body of 200 represents 28 different nationalities. KIS follows the Finnish curriculum blended with international standards for G1-10 and International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) for KG.  We are a fully accredited international School by Cognia Global Commission. 

Job Summary

The HR Manager will plan for new staff, interview, and hire accordingly to cultivate a healthy work environment where everyone can thrive. As well as consulting on strategic decisions affecting all levels to create sustainable change within the organization.

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

•  Manages all HR functions including recruitment, performance management, employee relations, benefits, and compensation

• Develops and maintains the School’s employee policies and procedures, employee handbook and employee forms

• Manages the recruitment process including posting, recruiting, interviewing, and hiring for open positions

• Supports the Leadership Team in the recruitment of Local and Foreign Staff

• Prepares and maintains accurate job descriptions and classifications for Staff members

• Oversees employee onboarding, orientation, exit processes and document completion

• Advises and consults with Assistant Principal and relevant leadership team members to resolve and/or diffuse employee relations issues; oversees and directly engages in the resolution of delicate employee matters and seeks to protect the School’s best interest

• Monitors and facilitates insurance claims related to employee benefits

• Oversees administration of leaves and vacation tracking

• Develops, implements and maintains effective compliance with all requirements for employee training

• Leads annual performance management process for staff

• Leads professional development initiatives for staff

• Supervise Support-Staff of the school and facilitate the day-to-day activities

• Take any disciplinary action towards staff members who do not comply with the school’s rules and regulations and the Ethiopian Labor Law Proclamations

• Create and implement effective onboarding plans

• Assist in performance management processes

• Support the management of disciplinary and grievance issues

• Maintain employee records (attendance, Employment etc.) and files according to policy and legal requirements

• Review employment and working conditions to ensure legal compliance

• Maintain and update company databases

• Organize a filing system for important and confidential company documents

• Answer queries by employees and clients

• Update office policies as needed

• Maintain a company calendar and schedule appointments

• Book meeting rooms as required; and coordinate

• Distribute and store correspondence (e.g. letters, emails and packages)

• Prepare reports and presentations with statistical data, as assigned

• Schedule in-house and external events

Other duties

•  Collaborate with appropriate personnel

• Support with the development and revision of policies and handbooks

• Input into school policy making where appropriate.

• Attend school functions and meetings when required

• Board meetings and retreats when necessary (and any other related duties assigned by the Board and principal).

Working Hours: Monday - Thursday (7:30 am - 4:30 pm) and Fridays (from 7:30 am - 3:30 pm).

Reports to: Finance and Operations Manager

Coordinates with: Principal, Team Leaders, Teachers, Administration, Department Heads, Support Staff

Job Requirements

•  First Degree in Human Resource, or related discipline.

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, preferably in an international or community school. 

How to Apply

 Interested applicants are asked to apply by submitting their most recent CV as well as a letter of no more than two sides of A4 outlining their suitability for the post and motivation in making the application. The CV must include names and full contact details of three professional referees, one of whom must be the candidate’s most recent supervisor/ line manager. Referees will not be contacted without prior permission.

Applications may be submitted in person at the school address below or send by email to hr@scsaddis.com. In addition to interaction with candidates’ professional referees a variety of background checks will be required prior to final appointment.

Please note that Kelem International School is committed to all aspects of safeguarding and safer recruitment practices to ensure that the school provides a safe and secure environment for all.

School address:The HR office 

The Former Swedish Community School Parents Charitable Organization (FSCSPCO)

Dar Sahara street, Kazanchis, 

House # 9999