Human Resource Manager

Career Directions Limited (CDL)

Job Location:

Kampala - Uganda

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Location: Kampala Uganda

Expatriates are encouraged to apply

Job Summary

We are seeking a proactive people-oriented and highly organized Human Resource Manager to oversee all HR and administrative functions within the organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for staff management recruitment employee relations payroll disciplinary processes statutory compliance and overall workplace harmony.

This position requires a leader who balances firmness and empathy a professional who is both approachable to employees and decisive in implementing company policies.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

1. HR Administration & Record Management

Prepare and maintain staff attendance reports salary computations (including for casual workers) and all forms related to leave sickness absenteeism and other employee records.
Maintain organized and up-to-date staff files including contracts addendums disciplinary records and correspondence.
Present weekly attendance reports and monthly HR reports to the Managing Director.
Maintain accurate and updated staff salary schedules for insurance and statutory compliance.

2. Employee Relations & Welfare

Serve as the first point of contact for employees on both personal and work-related issues ensuring an open friendly and supportive HR environment.
Foster a workplace culture of trust fairness and collaboration.
Proactively identify and resolve workplace conflicts absenteeism and performance concerns.
Regularly engage department heads to identify and address employee-related challenges.

3. Discipline Appraisals & Performance

Enforce company rules fairly and consistently maintaining disciplinary records and ensuring that actions are properly documented.
Conduct annual employee performance appraisals and make recommendations for increments promotions or corrective actions.
Balance disciplinary action with fairness and empathy to sustain a harmonious workplace culture.

4. Recruitment & Talent Management

Manage the full recruitment cycle: from advertising and shortlisting to interviewing onboarding and documentation.
Maintain a talent database for urgent and future recruitment needs.
Identify and attract high-potential candidates to strengthen the companys workforce.

5. Payroll Leave & Statutory Compliance

Manage time and attendance systems and prepare accurate payroll data for processing.
Oversee leave management ensuring proper tracking of annual sick unpaid and casual leaves.
Ensure statutory compliance for all staff on payroll including NSSF PAYE and insurance contributions.
Prepare and submit monthly deductions and reports to the accounts department for salary processing.

6. Air Conditioning Division Oversight

Pay special attention to the Air Conditioning Division ensuring proper staffing resolving conflicts reallocating technicians as needed and maintaining operational harmony.

7. Facilities & General Administration

Oversee office maintenance including plumbing power supply (UMEME) internet and telephone systems in coordination with the IT Manager.
Approve petty cash requests and expenditures for stationery airtime and minor operational costs.
Manage casual labourers including approval of payments and attendance tracking.
Ensure that all company insurance policies are current and aligned with business needs.

8. Leadership Reporting & Crisis Management

Take initiative in identifying potential issues within any department and address them proactively.
Demonstrate leadership during crisis situations (e.g. logistics breakdowns staff incidents or regulatory challenges).
Report regularly to the Managing Director on key HR matters and emerging issues.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelors Degree in Human Resource Management Business Administration or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of hands-on HR management experience preferably in a medium to large organization.

Proven experience in:

Payroll processing and time/attendance management
Disciplinary procedures and performance management
Recruitment and onboarding
Administrative and facilities oversight
Statutory compliance and HR reporting
Strong interpersonal communication and leadership skills.
Ability to handle multiple responsibilities and maintain composure under pressure.

Expatriates are encouraged to apply.

Key Competencies

Professional integrity and confidentiality.
Fair approachable and solution-oriented demeanor.
Strong organizational and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
Ability to foster harmony and teamwork across departments.

Location: Kampala UgandaExpatriates are encouraged to applyJob SummaryWe are seeking a proactive people-oriented and highly organized Human Resource Manager to oversee all HR and administrative functions within the organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for staff management recru...