Junior HR Officer

Job Description

About Kavod Commercial:

Kavod Commercial is a leading real estate development company specializing in commercial properties. At Kavod, we are building more than spaces, we are creating landmarks that shape business growth and urban transformation. Driven by innovation, sustainability, and strategic partnerships, we are redefining the future of commercial real estate while creating opportunities for ambitious professionals to grow with us.

Job Summary:

Kavod Commercial Real Estate is hiring an Junior HR Officer that plays a pivotal role as the backbone of an organization's workforce management, overseeing the full lifecycle of employees from their initial recruitment through their eventual offboarding. They act as a strategic bridge between leadership and staff, ensuring that day-to-day administrative operations run smoothly while proactively resolving workplace concerns. By enforcing legal standards, streamlining HR processes, and fostering a supportive work environment, drive overall workforce productivity.

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll & Attendance

• Responsible for monitoring daily attendance logs, tracking leave requests, and verifying time records. Compiles monthly payroll data—including deductions, unpaid leave, and overtime. experience using ERP system is a plus.

Onboarding & Offboarding Management

• Own the onboarding experience for new joiners: preparation of documents, system access, induction scheduling, and ensuring a smooth exit process for departing employees.

Employee Records & Data Integrity

• Maintain accurate, up-to-date HR records – physical files, digital databases, contracts, personal data, and all confidential personnel documentation with full audit readiness.

HR Documentation & Policy Support

• Draft and issue employment letters, contracts, warnings, and policy documents. Ensure all HR correspondence meets internal standards and is properly archived.

Attendance, Leave & Workforce Reporting

• Oversee attendance tracking and leave management. Compile weekly and monthly HR reports covering headcount, turnover, leave utilization, and key people metrics.

Employee Relations & Engagement Support

• Serve as a first point of contact for employee queries. Support engagement programs, recognition initiatives, and internal communications across the organization.

HR Compliance & Process Improvement

• Ensure HR processes, filings, and submissions meet legal and internal compliance standards. Identify opportunities to improve administrative efficiency and documentation quality.

Salary & Benefits

• Monthly Net Salary of ETB 10,000 - 15,000

• Daily transport to & from work provided

• Full access to all tools needed to do great work

• Training & career growth programs

• Structured development opportunities

Job Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Management, Psychology, or a related field. Recent graduates with strong foundations are encouraged to apply.

HR Experience

• At least 1 - 2 years of relevant experience – in an HR, administrative, or people operations function.

English Proficiency

• Strong written and spoken English is non-negotiable. You must communicate clearly and professionally across all channels – email, documents, and in-person interactions.

Communication & People Skills

• Confident communicator who can engage professionally with candidates, employees, and management. You listen well, explain clearly, and follow up without being asked.

Organization & Attention to Detail

• You manage competing priorities without dropping the ball. Accurate in documentation, consistent in follow-through, and thorough in everything you produce.

Digital Competency

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Comfortable working with digital HR tools, shared drives, and online platforms for tracking and communication.

Confidentiality & Professionalism

• Proven ability to handle sensitive employee information with full discretion. You understand the responsibility that comes with being part of an HR function.

How To Apply

Interested applicants are invited to apply by submitting their application via email to kavodhr@kavodcommercial.com Please mention the position title you are applying for in the email subject line.

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• Deadline: September 15, 2026