Advisor Human Resources

Rijk Zwaan is active worldwide as a vegetable breeding company that focuses on the development of high-quality vegetable varieties for professional growers. Mutual respect a strong sense of responsibility and a high degree of employee involvement are the important starting points for our company. In Tanzania Rijk Zwaan is active in seed production and breeding support (Rijk Zwaan Q-Sem in Tengeru Arusha) and in breeding and product development (Rijk Zwaan Afrisem in USA River Arusha). Currently we have about 500 employees and as we continue to grow we have the following vacancy for dedicated diligent Tanzanians:

Reports to: Chief Operations Manager

Job Summary: The HR Advisor is a versatile professional with comprehensive knowledge of all HR aspects within an international context. One of the primary responsibilities is to develop employees and uphold our unique company values. It is crucial to maintain strong relationships and ensure excellent communication with all internal and external stakeholders adhering to our core values. This role demands exceptional communication and collaborative skills.

Job Location: Based Arusha.

Are you a people oriented experienced and entrepreneurial Advisor Human Resources

If so apply for this full-time vacancy at our office in Arusha Tanzania.

• Within this role you are responsible for Human Resources in a growing company.
  
• Mutual respect team spirit a strong sense of responsibility and employee engagement are the main aspects of the Rijk Zwaan company culture.
  
• The main responsibility for the HR team is to uphold this proactively unique company culture.
  
• This is done through recruitment to hire the right person for the right job is essential to keep our valuable company culture alive.
  
• In addition you focus on the development of the employees like education career counseling and coaching.
  
• You inform the employees about employee benefits through the HR handbook where the most important topics and policies are covered.
  
• You maintain relationships with external vendors / employment agencies and keep in touch with government officials (health) insurance companies and other relevant organizations.
  
• Therefore it is also important that your knowledge of the labor law and social security is up to date.
  
• You work closely with your manager; the management of the departments you are HR advisor for and with the Managing Directors of Rijk Zwaan Tanzania.
  
• There is a close collaboration between the Human Resources departments in Tanzania and the head office in the Netherlands.
  

Requirements

What do you bring

You are independent with high integrity confidentiality and good business ethics and know how to set priorities and work accurately. You enjoy arranging organizing and helping others while creating and maintaining an overview. Since your own input is valued you like to think proactively and identify opportunities to increase efficiency. You are flexible. Due to the many different contacts you have strong communication skills both verbally and in writing.

In addition we expect the following:

• Bachelor s degree in human resources or psychology a master s degree in the same area will be an added advantage.
  
• At least 5 years relevant experience.
  
• Experience with working in an international environment.
  
• Experience with assessing and coaching people.
  
• You are a strong communicator; you can convince people in a friendly but determined way.
  
• Furthermore you have a strong work ethic you are enterprising and flexible in dealing with issues have empathy focus on quality and like to work with a great diversity of people on different levels.
  
• You are a team player.
  
• You are strongly intrinsically motivated and you like to work on projects in a pragmatic and enthusiastic way.
  
• You have a positive mind-set and strong social skills.
  
• Because of the international nature of the role proficiency in the English language is essential.
  
• You are willing and are flexible to travel. In Arusha we have three different locations.
  
• Sometimes international travel will be required
  

What can you expect from us

In addition to a dynamic working environment in which your own initiatives are valued we would like to offer you:

• A permanent contract for 40 hours per week (including a probation period of 6 months)
  
• Competitive salary based on job level and experience.
  
• Various training opportunities through our Rijk Zwaan Academy.
  
• Good work-life balance
  

Background check: A full background check is part of the procedure.

How to Apply:

If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above please submit your application letter with a detailed CV attached with relevant academic certificates on or before 13^th June 2025 with the subject Advisor Human Resources to or submit your application via the following address.

Human Resource Department

Rijk Zwaan Afrisem Ltd

P. O. Box 12345

Arusha Tanzania.

We will consider your application carefully which may take some time. Only shortlisted candidates will hear from us as soon as possible.

Rijk Zwaan is an equal opportunity company everyone is encouraged to apply.