HR Officer
Full-time
Company: Uganda Women Entrepreneurs Association Limited (UWEAL)
Deadline: 18th November 2024
Location: UWEAL Head Office, Kampala, Uganda
Industry: NGO
The Uganda Women Entrepreneurs Association Limited (UWEAL) is seeking an experienced and dedicated HR Officer to oversee human resource activities, with a focus on supporting the GROW Project. This role involves managing recruitment, onboarding, staff development, and ensuring HR compliance with Uganda’s labor laws. The HR Officer will play a key role in fostering a productive, inclusive, and supportive work environment for UWEAL and the GROW Project staff.
Project Overview:
The GROW project (Generating Growth Opportunities and Productivity for Women Enterprises) is designed to increase women’s income through gender-transformative policies and improve access to finance and markets for women entrepreneurs. It facilitates the establishment of Women Entrepreneurs Platforms (WEPs) across Uganda, aiming to empower women and drive economic growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Recruitment and Staffing: Oversee recruitment and selection for UWEAL and the GROW Project, ensuring the organization attracts and retains qualified candidates.
- Employee Relations: Serve as the main HR contact, managing employee relations, conflict resolution, and performance challenges.
- Onboarding and Orientation: Develop and implement onboarding processes for new hires, ensuring smooth integration into UWEAL and GROW Project teams.
- Training and Development: Identify training needs and coordinate capacity-building programs for both technical skills and overall professional development.
- Compliance and HR Policy Management: Ensure compliance with Ugandan labor laws and internal HR policies, updating policies as needed.
- Performance Management: Guide managers through performance appraisals and improvement plans to develop team members.
- Records Management: Maintain accurate employee records, ensuring confidentiality and proper documentation.
- Health, Safety, and Welfare: Promote health and safety practices and support initiatives related to staff welfare, mental health, and work-life balance.
Qualifications and Skills
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field; CIPD or SHRM certification is a plus.
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years in HR, ideally within an NGO or development project. Multi-regional project experience is advantageous.
- Knowledge of Ugandan Labor Laws: In-depth understanding of Ugandan employment regulations.
- Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills with an ability to manage sensitive issues.
- Communication Skills: Fluency in English is required; knowledge of local languages (Eastern, Central, Western Uganda) is a plus.
- Organizational Skills: Detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Problem-solving Skills: Ability to address HR challenges professionally and diplomatically.
Reporting
The HR Officer reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer.
Working Hours
This is a full-time position (40 hours per week), with occasional evening or weekend work as required. Flexible and remote work arrangements may be negotiated.
Application Procedure
To apply, please submit your application letter, CV, and relevant certificates to uweal@uweal.co.org by 18th November 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
About UWEAL
Founded in 1987, the Uganda Women Entrepreneurs Association Limited (UWEAL) is a leading organization dedicated to advancing women in business across Uganda. UWEAL serves over 5.7 million women in 109 districts through 14 industry clusters, including agribusiness, textiles, and tourism. UWEAL’s core pillars—advocacy, capacity building, networking, and institutional development—drive its mission to foster an inclusive and dynamic business environment for women entrepreneurs in Uganda.
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