Mgosi Mokiwa
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EXECUTIVE
DEVELOPMENT
CENTRE
Our Client, a regional company with offices operating in Ghana, Tanzania, the
Democratic Republic of Congo and a sister company in Nigeria dealing with telecoms
infrastructure and operating tower facilities is currently looking for a Head of HR to
manage its company in Tanzania. This is a senior position and the incumbent will be
based in Dar es Salaam.
JOB TITLE: Head of Human Resources and Administration
REPORTING LINE: CEO Tanzania
OPCO AND LOCATION: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
DEPARTMENT: HR and Administration
ROLE PURPOSE:
As a young but rapidly growing Company, requires a dedicated Head of HR who will
ensure that the company meets its requirements to staff projects appropriately; has upto-
date HR policies and procedures in place; and develops a reputation as an excellent
employer. It is Company policy to deliver professional standards through employing
quality staff, and the Head of HR will be responsible for ensuring a Company is able to
attract, and employ quality people. This role is also responsible for providing skilled
oversight and coordination of all the administrative activities that facilitate the smooth
running of an office.
Key Result Areas
Priority %
of Time
Key Activities
Employee Engagement 30% To guide managers and employees in matters related to
career development, staffing initiatives, employee relations,
workplace ethics and performance management.
Recruitment 15% Attraction and selection of quality candidates
Expatriates Management
10%
Ensures all expatriates have the required visas, work and
resident permits
Training and Development 25% Coordinating training and development activities of all staff
Retention
20%
Controlling employee turnover rate by creating conditions that
people, particularly in key positions, are reluctant to leave the
company
Decision Making Authority/Mandates/Constraints
• Develop a Human Resources plan to forecast future HR requirements and recruit
suitable candidates efficiently and effectively;
• Monitor and advise senior management on appropriate staffing levels and
remuneration levels for all employees
• Oversee all labour engagement for HQ and regions in line with company policies.
• Implement best practice Human Resources policies and monitor continuous
improvement in HR procedures
• Update employee handbook, ensuring any changes to labor laws are reflected
therein
• Assist in preparing budgets
• Manage the new hire orientation procedures
• Manage HR records and ensure all records are kept up-to-date accurately
• Develop professional development schemes for all levels of employees
• Assess training gaps and make recommendations for employee training
• Manage annual performance review process; coordination, implementation and
follow-up
• Reviews all company job descriptions
• Ensure timely disbursement of payroll
• Oversee any disciplinary processes and legal issues
• Any other duties as assigned by the Manager
Candidate profile (essential role related qualifications, skills, abilities and
experience for selection):
• Education requirements - Degree in Human Resources or related discipline from
a recognized institution
• Minimum of 5 years experience as either HR Manager or deputy with a
multinational company
• Thorough knowledge of Tanzanian labour laws and experience setting-up
disciplinary process
• Good knowledge of international HR practise development and interest in
continuous self-improvement and progression of the organization
• Clear demonstration of confidentiality and integrity
• Proven ability to work closely with senior managers to offer practical solutions to
HR matters
• Highly skilled communicator
• Fluent in English
Please send in your CV to chussein@iris.co.tz
EXECUTIVE
DEVELOPMENT
CENTRE
Our Client, a regional company with offices operating in Ghana, Tanzania, the
Democratic Republic of Congo and a sister company in Nigeria dealing with telecoms
infrastructure and operating tower facilities is currently looking for a Head of HR to
manage its company in Tanzania. This is a senior position and the incumbent will be
based in Dar es Salaam.
JOB TITLE: Head of Human Resources and Administration
REPORTING LINE: CEO Tanzania
OPCO AND LOCATION: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
DEPARTMENT: HR and Administration
ROLE PURPOSE:
As a young but rapidly growing Company, requires a dedicated Head of HR who will
ensure that the company meets its requirements to staff projects appropriately; has upto-
date HR policies and procedures in place; and develops a reputation as an excellent
employer. It is Company policy to deliver professional standards through employing
quality staff, and the Head of HR will be responsible for ensuring a Company is able to
attract, and employ quality people. This role is also responsible for providing skilled
oversight and coordination of all the administrative activities that facilitate the smooth
running of an office.
Key Result Areas
Priority %
of Time
Key Activities
Employee Engagement 30% To guide managers and employees in matters related to
career development, staffing initiatives, employee relations,
workplace ethics and performance management.
Recruitment 15% Attraction and selection of quality candidates
Expatriates Management
10%
Ensures all expatriates have the required visas, work and
resident permits
Training and Development 25% Coordinating training and development activities of all staff
Retention
20%
Controlling employee turnover rate by creating conditions that
people, particularly in key positions, are reluctant to leave the
company
Decision Making Authority/Mandates/Constraints
• Develop a Human Resources plan to forecast future HR requirements and recruit
suitable candidates efficiently and effectively;
• Monitor and advise senior management on appropriate staffing levels and
remuneration levels for all employees
• Oversee all labour engagement for HQ and regions in line with company policies.
• Implement best practice Human Resources policies and monitor continuous
improvement in HR procedures
• Update employee handbook, ensuring any changes to labor laws are reflected
therein
• Assist in preparing budgets
• Manage the new hire orientation procedures
• Manage HR records and ensure all records are kept up-to-date accurately
• Develop professional development schemes for all levels of employees
• Assess training gaps and make recommendations for employee training
• Manage annual performance review process; coordination, implementation and
follow-up
• Reviews all company job descriptions
• Ensure timely disbursement of payroll
• Oversee any disciplinary processes and legal issues
• Any other duties as assigned by the Manager
Candidate profile (essential role related qualifications, skills, abilities and
experience for selection):
• Education requirements - Degree in Human Resources or related discipline from
a recognized institution
• Minimum of 5 years experience as either HR Manager or deputy with a
multinational company
• Thorough knowledge of Tanzanian labour laws and experience setting-up
disciplinary process
• Good knowledge of international HR practise development and interest in
continuous self-improvement and progression of the organization
• Clear demonstration of confidentiality and integrity
• Proven ability to work closely with senior managers to offer practical solutions to
HR matters
• Highly skilled communicator
• Fluent in English
Please send in your CV to chussein@iris.co.tz
