About US:
One Acre Fund supports smallholder farmers to increase their harvests and thus increase their incomes. To do this, One Acre Fund provides farmers with high-quality inputs like seed and fertilizer, financing, and training. We launched our Uganda operations in Kamuli one year ago, and we are seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our small but growing team.
Key Duties and Responsibilities: The One Acre Fund Human Resources Manager/Associate will take lead of the Human Resources function and help us build our HR department at One Acre Fund Uganda. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Support Recruitment – Support, and in some cases manage, the hiring process for all new team members, in close collaboration with department heads, which includes disseminating job descriptions, application screenings, and assisting with telephonic and in-person interview processes
Manage Onboarding – Managing general onboarding and orientation for all newly-hired staff
Establish HR Policies – Review and update current HR policies and procedures in the employee handbook; Ensure that all new and current policies are in line with legal requirements
Record Keeping – Maintain relevant and up-to-date employee data, including promotions and disciplinary action; Install proper paperwork and filing system
Manage Payroll – Monitor staff salaries and administer monthly payments
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate should hold a Secondary school education required, university-level degree in a relevant field preferred
Possess excellent computer skills, proficient in typing, and familiar with MS Office Suite
Possess excellent communication skills, can read/write/speak English & Luganda fluently, Lusoga a plus.
Strong work ethic, detail oriented and passionate about advancing their career
Keen interest in and commitment to working in development to help serve Uganda’s smallholder farmers
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to apply by sending an updated CV and Cover Letter via email at office.kamuli@oneacrefund.org, or in person at the One Acre Fund District Office (in Kamuli, opposite Malamu Center/Victoria House).
Deadline: 15th March 2015