Manager Human Resources

Public Procurement And Disposal Authority (PPDA)

Job Location:

Kampala - Uganda

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Experience Required: 7years

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

EXTERNAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Authority (PPDA) is established under the PPDA Act Cap 205 to develop standards and regulate procurement and disposal practices in respect of all Procuring and Disposing Entities which include Central Government Ministries and Departments Local Governments State Enterprises Constitutional and Statutory Bodies and post primary training institutions.

The PPDA is seeking to recruit a qualified competent and highly motivated Ugandan to fill the position of Manager Human Resources.

Deadline 11th February 2026 5:00pm

Position: Manager Human Resources (1 Vacancy)

Reports to: Director Human Resources and Administration

Department: Human Resources and Administration

Department Head: Director Human Resources and Administration

Job Purpose

To develop and implement the Authoritys Human Resource Strategies and policies that support achievement of the strategic plan.

Duties and Responsibilities

Support the development and lead the implementation of the Human Resources strategy annual HR work plan and policies ensuring they are aligned with the Authoritys strategic objectives and in compliance with employment laws
Coordinate HR operational functions including manpower planning employee benefits and rewards management learning and development and performance management.
Manage HR Shared Service-related activities
Implement strategic HR initiatives such as succession planning organizational culture transformation workforce planning and HR policy reviews.
Identify and manage HR-related risks ensure compliance with relevant laws and internal policies and promote a conducive work environment that supports productivity and staff well-being.
Manage the rollout of talent development programs including mentorship coaching and leadership development to build organizational capacity and enhance employee engagement.
Interpret and apply HR policies and employment regulations and provide technical support in resolving employee relations matters grievances and disciplinary actions.
Conduct and coordinate HR benchmarking comparator studies and research on best practices and provide recommendations to strengthen HR strategy and employer branding.
Draft submissions to the Executive Committee and the Board.
Provide Leadership to the departmental staff and handle all performance and HR related matters such as performance management training and development leave management and handling of disciplinary matters amongst others and
Undertake any other duties assigned from time to time.

Requirements

Education

Honours Bachelors Degree in Human Resources Management Organizational Development or Organizational Psychology or Social Work and Social Administration or any other Social Sciences with Human Resources/Personnel Management as one of the subjects
A Masters Degree in Human Resources Management Business Administration (Human Resources Management) Organizational Development or Organizational Psychology and
Professional qualification in CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development) or a Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resources Management or any related professional qualification in Human Resources.

Experience

A minimum of seven (7) years experience in Human Resources Management including at least three (3) years at Senior Officer Human Resources Officer level or above
Working Knowledge of the Employment Act 2006 and other relevant Labour Laws
Working Knowledge of the Public Service Standing Orders 2021.

Skills and Competencies

Demonstrable Leadership Skills
Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Excellent Decision Making and Problem-Solving Skills
Strong Negotiation Skills
Excellent stakeholder engagement and networking skills and
Highly innovative and creative.

Benefits

Full time employment on a 3-year renewable contract subject to satisfactory performance and an attractive salary package.

EXTERNAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTThe Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Authority (PPDA) is established under the PPDA Act Cap 205 to develop standards and regulate procurement and disposal practices in respect of all Procuring and Disposing Entities which include Central Government Minist...