HR & Immigration Transaction Assistant

About the role

Assala Gabon, an oil and gas exploration and production company, is looking for an HR Operations and Immigration Assistant based on site in Port-Gentil. You will support the delivery of HR services and employee support, keeping accurate employee records and helping with immigration, benefits and employee welfare processes.

Key responsibilities

• Respond to employee queries and requests with accurate, timely and professional support.
• Maintain the accuracy, integrity and confidentiality of employee data in HR information systems and personnel records.
• Provide administrative support for employee benefits, company policies, school assistance, employee loans and HR documentation.
• Support onboarding by preparing new starter documentation, sharing onboarding packs and explaining company policies.
• Coordinate the transportation and shipment of employees' personal effects and the distribution of internal mail and documents.
• Assist with immigration and work authorisation processes and process loan insurance requests.
• Keep personnel medical records up to date and help plan employee engagement initiatives and corporate events.
• Support HR projects, initiatives and continuous improvement, and carry out other HR and administrative duties as assigned.

Required profile

• Diploma in Administrative/HR Management or equivalent qualification in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in an HR, personnel administration or similar support role.
• Fluent in French and English, written and spoken.
• Sound knowledge of labour legislation and HR administrative processes.
• Good communication, organisational and time-management skills, and the ability to adapt to change.

Required skills

• Competent PC, desktop and network user.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).