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Head of HR

Kampala, Uganda * Full-time
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Raising The Village (RTV)

Category: Human Resource Total Positions: Location: Kampala, Uganda Full-time Salary: Attractive Posted 11 months ago
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• 1. HR Strategy, Leadership & Team Management • Lead the development and execution of the HR strategy and annual work plan in alignment with RTV’s global goals • Manage, mentor, and grow a high-performing Uganda-based HR team, ensuring accountability and professional development • Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on people-related matters, including workforce planning, culture, and team effectiveness • Foster a high-performance, inclusive, and values-aligned organizational culture • 2. Issue Resolution & Employee Relations • Serve as a lead contact for HR escalations, grievances, and employee relations issues, ensuring timely and fair resolution • Strengthen conflict resolution, mediation, and performance management processes across teams • Ensure compliance with Uganda labor law, RTV policies, and relevant international standards • Maintain a consistent and supportive HR presence across field offices and Kampala and Mbarara offices • 3. Talent Acquisition & Resourcing Strategy • Oversee recruitment strategies and processes to ensure timely, high-quality hires that meet program and support team needs • Lead improvements in talent sourcing, interview design, and onboarding processes to support organizational growth • Partner with hiring managers to improve workforce planning, organizational design, and team structure • Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in all resourcing and recruitment practices • 4. People Operations & Process Improvement • Strengthen HR systems and processes (e.g., contracts, benefits, leave tracking, performance management) for greater efficiency and user experience • Ensure strong HR data management, analytics, and reporting for leadership decision- making • Lead cross-functional efforts to align HR processes with operational and programmatic needs • Collaborate with global HR counterparts to ensure consistency in policies and practices • 5. Learning, Development & Organizational Health • Develop and implement staff training, leadership development, and team-building initiatives • Conduct organizational assessments and pulse surveys to inform HR strategy and improvements • Support managers across departments to strengthen team leadership, feedback, and employee development • Promote a culture of recognition, growth, and accountability • 6. Health, Safety & Wellbeing • Oversee and strengthen RTV’s health and safety policies and practices across Uganda operations • Ensure compliance with national health and safety laws and international standards • Lead incident reporting and response protocols, and collaborate with teams to mitigate risk in the field and in offices • Work with leadership and facilities/operations teams to maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive work environment
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QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• 12+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior HR leadership role • Strong track record in managing HR teams and leading across the employee lifecycle • Deep knowledge of Uganda labor law and HR best practices in East African contexts • Proven experience with HR strategy, employee relations, recruitment, and change management • Experience in nonprofit, international development, or multi-site operational environments strongly preferred • Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and problem-solving skills • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field (Master’s preferred) • HR certification (e.g., SHRM, CIPD, HRCI) is an asset
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