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Position Summary

This position requires a candidate with incredible drive, the ability to train and manage others, and the desire to become one of the leading managers and decision makers in our fast growing business. The recruit will be based in the Dar es Salaam office, but will work across our growing group of businesses regionally. The job will also involve working alongside of members of the accounting, administrative and operations teams in order to ensure that HR procedures are designed, implemented and executed correctly.

Major Job Responsibilities

• Recruiting, training and managing a team of HR specialists as the business grows
• Working with the various departments to understand requirements, write job descriptions and assist in recruiting new employees
• Screening of all candidates to ensure they have the necessary qualifications; making recommendations as to which candidates to hire
• Developing systems to streamline the recruitment and screening process in the future
• Writing an Employee Handbook and SOP for Induction
• Managing and amending contracts; ensuring payroll is in accordance with employee contracts, and employment law /working conditions are adhered to
• Liaising with our HR consultant on payroll/ HR issues
• Developing an Employee Advancement Programme and scheduling regular relevant training; giving regular input into the structure of the Company and suggested improvements
• Liaising with staff and management on payroll related queries, providing an office for staff to approach with any queires
• Maintaining Advance & Loan reports, maintaining leave, sickness and overtime reports, developing clear policies regarding these
• Termination of Personnel, Calculating and paying dues for termination of contract

Education, Experience & Skills

• Masters or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management
• 8 years work experience in a Generalist HR functions Manager in a reputable organization with at least 4 years at Management level
• Strong experience in all aspects of HR with focus on Recruitment, Transformation, IR/Labour laws and OD with experience of managing more than 200 employees
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Swahili languages
• Must be self-driven, motivated and result oriented
• Must be proficient in basic computer applications (i.e Microsoft Office)
• Must be a good team player as well as be able to facilitate change
• Ability to counsel and instruct company employees in a professional manner to achieve positive results
• Ability to prioritize workload and maintain organized records
• Mature, discreet, and responsible
• Work well under pressure and take initiative
• Ability to utilize computer in daily operations

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