Human Resources Manager

The Human Resources Manager (HRM) provides strategic and operational leadership for all HR functions within Water Mission Uganda. In collaboration with the Regional HR Director and Country Director, the HRM ensures that all HR strategies, policies, and practices align with Water Mission’s global standards and Ugandan labor regulations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
  
• Minimum 6 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in NGOs or international development.
  
• At least 3 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
  
• Strong knowledge of Ugandan labor laws and HR compliance.
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
  
• Legally authorized to work in Uganda without sponsorship.
  

• Collaborate with Regional Human Resources and in-country senior leadership to understand the organization’s goals and strategy related to staffing, recruiting, development, retention, and employee relations.
  
• Administer human resources programs within Uganda, including, but not limited to, compensation, benefits, and leave; recruitment and selection; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
  
• Work with in-country leadership and Water Mission headquarters to develop the Uganda Human Resources Strategic Plan and the Uganda Staffing Plan.
  
• Manage all aspects of the employee life cycle, including but not limited to developing job descriptions, advertising, shortlisting, participating in interviewing and selection, conducting background searches, facilitating onboarding, induction, retention, and offboarding.
  
• Prepare and manage employment contracts and employment offer letters, and ensure compliance with local labor laws and Water Mission policies.
  
• Develop and maintain a talent pool of both internal and external candidates.
  
• Update the human resources manual regularly and ensure it’s aligned with Water Mission policies and Uganda’s regulatory provisions and changes.
  
• Collaborate with Water Mission Regional Human Resources to execute the training and development initiatives of the organization.
  
• Conduct staff training sessions on human resources policies and/or other areas of training as directed.