HR Administrator

DescriptionThe HR Administrator provides payroll administration and general Human Resources support for Food For The Poor’s Honduras operations. The primary responsibility of the role is to prepare accurate and timely payroll, maintain payroll-related employee information and documentation, and administer the local payroll system.

The position also maintains employee personnel records, supports HR processes throughout the employee lifecycle, responds to routine team member inquiries, and assists with employee engagement and other People Services initiatives. The HR Administrator works closely with the HR & Administration Manager and other internal partners to ensure accurate records, effective HR administration, and compliance with applicable policies and local requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Administration

• Prepare bi-monthly payroll, ensuring accurate processing of salaries, deductions, allowances, benefits, overtime, leave, and other payroll incidences.
• Maintain employee and payroll information in the payroll system, including new hires, terminations, salary changes, absences, vacation, and other employment changes.
• Review payroll documentation and supporting records for completeness and accuracy prior to submitting payroll for review and approval.
• Maintain payroll records and prepare routine payroll reports and information as required.
• Support compliance with applicable Honduran payroll, labor, tax, and social security requirements.

HR Administration & Employee Records

• Maintain accurate and complete electronic and/or physical personnel files, ensuring required employment and payroll documentation is properly filed and updated.
• Process and document employee changes throughout the employment lifecycle, including onboarding, employment changes, leave, and separation activities.
• Maintain HR records, trackers, reports, and other administrative documentation.
• Respond to routine team member questions regarding payroll, HR processes, policies, and employment documentation.

HR & Employee Engagement Support

• Provide administrative and coordination support for general HR programs and initiatives.
• Assist with onboarding, employee communications, training activities, meetings, and employee engagement events.
• Support the HR & Administration Manager with HR projects and other operational priorities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QualificationsEducation and Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree or university coursework in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Human Resources administration, payroll, or a related function.
• Strong management of IHSS, RAP, Impuesto Municipal, employee loans calculations and payroll
• Previous hands-on experience preparing and administering payroll.
• Experience maintaining employee records and working with HR or payroll systems preferred.

Skills and Competencies

Working knowledge of payroll administration and applicable Honduran labor and social security requirements.

Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to maintain accurate payroll and employee records.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and ability to effectively use payroll and HR systems.

Ability to handle confidential and sensitive employee information with discretion and professionalism.

Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills, with the ability to work effectively with team members at all levels.

Fluency in English preferred.

Demonstrates a personal commitment to the Christian faith and to the Christian values, mission, and ministry of Food For The Poor, conducting responsibilities with integrity, compassion, stewardship, and respect for those served.