HR Officer

About the role

The HR Officer supports the HR Manager and Coordinators in delivering day‑to‑day HR operations for the University of Puthisastra. The role involves managing personnel records, recruitment logistics, onboarding, attendance, payroll support, statutory compliance and staff engagement across all faculties and departments.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain accurate physical and digital employee files in the UPERP/HRIS system, ensuring confidentiality.
• Coordinate job postings, screen applications, schedule interviews and manage pre‑employment documentation.
• Support onboarding activities, including orientation sessions, IT/facilities setup and visa/work permit processing.
• Monitor monthly attendance, leave and overtime data and provide verified information to the C&B/Payroll team.
• Assist with statutory compliance such as Cambodian Employment Cards, work permits, NSSF registration and health‑insurance enrollment.
• Organise staff engagement events, training logistics and ESG‑related initiatives.

Required profile

• 1–2 years of experience in HR administration or operational support; higher‑education experience is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, English or a related field.
• Strong organizational, time‑management and attention‑to‑detail abilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and Khmer and handle confidential information with discretion.

Required skills

• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with HR databases / ERP systems (e.g., UPERP, HRIS).
• Basic knowledge of Cambodian employment law and statutory HR requirements.