Progress Inc. is seeking an active, detail-oriented, and interpersonal Admin and HR Associate to oversee administrative and human resources operations across its group of businesses. This dynamic position extends beyond typical office desk work, requiring an outgoing professional who is comfortable interacting with stakeholders, conducting calls, negotiating terms, interviewing candidates, liaising with vendors, and making field visits to external offices as needed. The successful candidate will report directly to the Admin and Finance Management and should be capable of operating autonomously while taking complete ownership of assigned duties.
Key Responsibilities:
- Screen incoming CVs, coordinate candidate pipelines, and assist with initial interviews, testing, and onboarding orientations.
- Source, communicate with, and maintain updated database rosters for internal staff, external consultants, researchers, and field enumerators.
- Establish and nurture networks of local-level field enumerators and research staff across regions.
- Draft, communicate, and negotiate service contracts, daily rates, and agreement terms with vendors and consultants in alignment with corporate guidelines.
- Provide comprehensive HR and administrative assistance across all group entity operations.
- Assist with tax filings, documentation, submissions, and official administrative follow-ups.
- Systematize company records, bills, receipts, and internal filing systems.
- Conduct outdoor visits to government departments, client offices, and vendor locations for document collection, submission, and follow-ups.
- Coordinate logistics for internal and external meetings, trainings, corporate events, and general office operations.
- Deliver ongoing administrative backup and perform related operational duties as directed by management.