Heifer International has announced an opening for a Benefits & People Administrative Assistant, providing an opportunity for an experienced human resources and administration professional to join its U.S. People Operations and Total Rewards teams. The position is listed as Job ID 1700 and is classified as a remote role in the United States. The successful candidate will provide administrative support across employee benefits, human resources operations, reporting, employee records, compliance activities and routine People Operations processes. Applications must be submitted by August 21, 2026, at 4 p.m. Central Time. About Heifer International Heifer International is a global development organisation focused on addressing hunger and poverty by working with farmers, businesses and communities to develop sustainable livelihoods. The organisation was founded in 1944 after its founder, Dan West, identified the limitations of short-term food assistance and promoted the provision of livestock as a sustainable source of food and income. Heifer International now operates in 21 countries, working with communities to build inclusive and resilient economies. The organisation reports that it has supported more than 36 million farming families across Africa, Asia and the Americas. It aims to support an additional 10 million people in reaching a living income by 2030. Benefits & People Administrative Assistant Role The Benefits & People Administrative Assistant will support the U.S. People Operations and Total Rewards functions throughout the employee lifecycle. The role is split approximately equally between benefits administration and People Operations. Responsibilities include maintaining employee records, supporting HR systems, preparing reports, coordinating benefits activities, processing invoices and responding to routine employee requests. The position reports to the U.S. Total Rewards Manager and works closely with the Benefits and People Operations Specialist. Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will undertake a broad range of administrative and HR-related duties, including: Benefits Administration – 50% Review monthly benefits vendor invoices and billing statements. Identify discrepancies and provide information to the Total Rewards Manager. Prepare benefits invoice payment requests and supporting documentation. Coordinate routine billing inquiries with benefits brokers. Support retirement contribution administration and related documentation. Prepare regular and ad hoc HR and benefits reports. Support the U.S. employee well-being programme. Coordinate incentives, prize drawings and participation records. Process well-being reimbursement requests. Order anniversary gifts and maintain service award catalogues. Maintain recognition letters for promotions and service milestones. Coordinate monthly and annual anniversary reporting with payroll. People Operations – 50% Process routine unemployment claims and employment verification requests. Maintain employee records and personnel documentation in HR systems. File new-hire, payroll, personnel and job-description documentation. Monitor and route requests through the U.S. People ticketing system. Support the onboarding of U.S. interns and volunteers. Schedule meetings and assist with People team activities. Prepare HR reports covering recruitment, turnover, new hires, terminations and other workforce metrics. Maintain confidential personnel files. Coordinate updates to the U.S. People Engagement Plan. Provide administrative support to other People team members when required. Eligibility and Minimum Requirements Applicants should have an associate degree or continued education in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related discipline. An equivalent combination of education and professional experience may also be considered. Candidates are expected to have: Two to three years of administrative experience in HR, benefits administration, People Operations, Total Rewards or a related area. Experience using Human Resources Information Systems. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook. Experience supporting employee lifecycle processes. Experience with employee benefits or Total Rewards programmes. Excellent organisational and time-management abilities. Strong attention to detail. The ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee information. Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. The ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment. Salary and Employee Benefits Heifer International lists a salary range of $53,000 to $60,000 per year, with the final placement determined by the candidate’s experience and competency level. Benefits for eligible U.S.-based employees working at least 30 hours per week include: Health and wellness benefits. Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account options. Employee assistance programme. 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions. 22 vacation days, in addition to 12 statutory and discretionary holidays. 10 sick days annually. Employer-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage. Professional development opportunities. Annual merit increase opportunities. Optional critical illness insurance. Legal assistance and pet protection plans. Remote Work and Application Deadline The position is advertised as remote within the United States. Employees who live within commuting distance of Heifer International’s office in Little Rock, Arkansas, may work under the organisation’s hybrid workplace arrangement. Candidates must submit their full application by August 21, 2026, at 4 p.m. CT to be considered. How to Apply Interested candidates should review the complete vacancy requirements and submit their applications through Heifer International’s official recruitment platform. Position: Benefits & People Administrative AssistantJob ID: 1700Department: Human ResourcesLocation: Remote, United StatesSalary: $53,000–$60,000 annuallyWork arrangement: Remote, with hybrid arrangements possible for eligible Little Rock-area employeesApplication deadline: August 21, 2026, at 4 p.m. CT Heifer International is an equal opportunity employer and states that qualified applicants receive consideration without discrimination based on protected characteristics or status. 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