Asistente de Recursos Humanos – Guatemala

About the role

The Human Resources Assistant will provide administrative and office support to the HR team at CRS Guatemala. This role ensures smooth processing of employee documentation, assists with recruitment activities, and delivers high‑quality service to staff on HR matters.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, digitize, photocopy and scan employee documents such as contracts, termination letters, salary adjustment notices, and training materials.
• Provide attentive, high‑quality assistance to employees with HR‑related inquiries.
• Support recruitment by posting job ads, collecting CVs, coordinating interviews, administering tests, verifying references, and preparing employment contracts.
• Maintain physical and digital employee files, ensuring each record is complete and up‑to‑date.
• Coordinate logistics for staff events, retreats, trainings, orientations, and welcome/farewell celebrations.
• Manage employee incentives, liaise with the social security institute (IGSS) for enrollment and health‑insurance matters, and follow up on related paperwork.
• Oversee induction processes, monitor probation‑period evaluations, and update the office information board monthly.
• Collaborate with CRS Mexico HR on documentation and support agency‑wide HR initiatives.

Required profile

• Secretary or Accounting Technician degree, with university studies in Industrial Psychology or Business Administration.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as an HR assistant, familiar with HR practices and recruitment.
• Experience in an international organization is a plus.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows operating system.
• Advanced use of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.