Our client is looking for a youthful and vibrant person to fill in the position of Head of HR at their headquarters in Mazabuka. The roles and responsibilities of the successful candidate are as described below:

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

– Develop and implement strategic HR policies and procedures that comply with employment laws and regulations

– Provide strategic guidance and recommendations to senior leadership on human capital management

– Oversee the recruitment and hiring process

– Develop and maintain relationships with universities, recruitment firms, and other talent sources

– Ensure orientation processes are in compliance with all HR policies and procedures to ensure successful integration of new employees into the company culture.

= Implement retention strategies to minimize turnover and foster employee loyalty.

– Conduct investigations into employee complaints or allegations, taking appropriate corrective actions as needed.

– Manage employee relations, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and terminations

– Administer employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other benefits

– Develop employee training programs to improve job performance and develop new skills

– Work with leadership to establish performance goals and provide guidance on performance improvement plans.

– Lead the development and implementation of performance management systems and also monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of performance management processes.

– Oversee the design and administration of competitive and equitable compensation and benefits programs

– Conduct regular market analysis to ensure the organization’s compensation strategy remains competitive.

– Monitor employee engagement and develop initiatives to improve employee morale and retention

– Prepare and analyse HR metrics and reports to identify trends and areas for improvement

– Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices to drive continuous improvement in HR policies and processes.

– Utilize HR technology and analytics to streamline processes and enhance data-driven decision-making.

– Implement and manage HRIS (Human Resources Information System) for efficient data management.

Qualifications, Skills, Proficiency, Experience and Exposure

– Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

– Minimum of 3 years of experience in HR management

– Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations

– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

– Strong organizational and time-management skills

– Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

– Experience with HRIS systems and other HR software

– Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

– Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

– Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends if required