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Samanu Proudly Ethiopian
Business
Human Resource Management
Addis Ababa
3 years
1 Position
2025-04-12
to
2025-04-26
evaluate employees work
motivate employees
calculate employee benefits
Business Administration
Human Resource Management
Full Time
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Job Description
The Senior Compensation, Benefits & Employee Engagement Officer is responsible for overseeing all aspects of employee compensation and benefits programs, ensuring they are competitive and aligned with the organization’s goals. Additionally, this role is responsible for creating and managing employee engagement strategies to enhance job satisfaction, productivity, and retention.
Develop and manage competitive compensation structures for all employee levels, aligning pay with organizational goals, industry benchmarks, and employee expectations.
Conduct regular salary benchmarking and market analysis to ensure compensation remains competitive, equitable, and fair across the organization.
Administer employee benefits programs, such as health insurance, retirement plans, bonuses, and perks, ensuring offerings meet employee needs and comply with legal requirements.
Oversee payroll processing, ensuring accurate and timely salary payments, resolving any discrepancies, and working closely with finance to maintain compliance with tax and labor laws.
Manage the annual compensation review process, collaborating with leadership to assess employee performance, market conditions, and make recommendations for salary adjustments or bonuses.
Design and implement employee engagement programs to enhance job satisfaction, morale, and retention, fostering a supportive and motivated workforce.
Conduct regular employee surveys to measure engagement, gather feedback on compensation and benefits, and identify areas for improvement.
Collaborate with HR leadership to create and implement initiatives that promote a positive work culture, focusing on inclusivity, well-being, and professional development.
Develop and manage recognition programs to acknowledge outstanding performance, ensuring employees feel valued for their contributions.
Serve as a key resource for employees on all compensation, benefits, and engagement-related matters, providing clarity and resolving issues efficiently.
Ensure compliance with local and international labor laws regarding compensation, benefits, and leave entitlements, and update policies as necessary to adhere to new regulations.
Stay informed about legal and market trends, integrating best practices into the organization's policies to maintain competitiveness and compliance.
Administer employee leave policies (e.g., annual, sick, maternity/paternity) ensuring they align with company policy and comply with labor regulations.
Track and manage leave balances, providing employees with clear information on their entitlements and encouraging healthy work-life balance.
Resolve employee queries regarding leave entitlements or discrepancies, ensuring a smooth process for both employees and management.
Prepare detailed reports on compensation trends, benefits utilization, employee engagement, and leave balances, supporting leadership in decision-making. This includes generating leave reports to assist with staffing, resource planning, and making recommendations for optimizing leave policies to improve employee retention
COMPETENCIES: -
Functional competency
In-depth knowledge of compensation strategies, benefits programs, and employee engagement practices.
Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret compensation data.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to develop and implement programs that support employee motivation and retention.
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Proficiency in HR software and Excel for reporting and data analysis.
Other competencies
Passion
Teamwork
Knowledge and Skills
Integrity
Ownership
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience:
Minimum of +3 years of experience in compensation, benefits, and employee engagement.
Application instruction
Candidates meeting the above-required qualifications are invited to send their CVs through “careers@samanu.com”
Applications from female candidates are highly encouraged and will be given preferential consideration, as we value diversity and inclusivity in our workforce.
Please title your application with the subject line: -
“Senior Compensation, Benefits & Employee Engagement Officer”
Application deadline: April 24, 2025
Fields Of Study
Business Administration
Human Resource Management
Skills Required
evaluate employees work
motivate employees
calculate employee benefits
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