Boardroom Appointments Country Human Resources Manager Jobs in Zambia
Key purpose:
Under the general supervision of the Country Managing Director, the CHRM Human Resource (HR) expertise by way of support and guidance to management and staff ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. The overall HR Support is aligned to GUIDE, DEVELOP, ATTRACT and ADVISE the business on all HR matters.
Duties and responsibilities:
Ability to interact proactively with management and staff at all levels of the organisation in the resolution of HR issues
To offer HR support and advice to management and staff to ensure the enhancement of both employee engagement and performance levels
Advise the business on critical HR matters
Develop and motivate the employees to better perform at their roles
Manage labour costs and preparation of budgets
Attract and retain the best fit of employees for the business
Have accountability for leave provisions and SAGE300 administration
Communicate effectively to employees and Management on information relating to policies, employee engagement programs, compensation and benefits etc.
Render professional advice and counselling with regards to labour related matters.
Ensure staff are properly informed about their rights and obligations in terms of the disciplinary and grievance procedures
Administration of disciplinary, incapacity and grievance hearings
Minimize risk to the company by overseeing / managing the various processes followed (i.e. grievances, disciplinary enquiries, incapacity enquiries poor work performance assessments, PIP etc.)
Ensure all processes are aligned to legislation, company policies, procedures, and precedent.
Maintain a register of current ER matters and compile monthly stats and outcomes
Provide Support to Bargaining Unit and Trade Unions
Actively involved in managing and maintaining a good relationship between trade unions and the Company
Involvement in the negotiating of Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA) with the Unions
Liaise with the Union representatives to ensure all communication are channelled through the acceptable platforms, sign-offs on all correspondence between Management and the Unions.
Conduct job grading and gap analyses in accordance with the policies
Assist HR admin with advice on how to effectively manage excessive sick leave cases
Contribute towards the development and implementation of HR and ER programs and initiatives
Participate in the evaluation of risks specifically related to non-compliance with legislation and policy
Participate in facilitating of training for supervisors/ managers on Employee Relations Matters
Identify training needs in line with trends, i.e. poor work performance and discipline
Manage the administration of Time and Attendance System
Act as liaison between the Company and labour broker service providers
Providing advice on recruitment process as per SESAME requirements and ensuring that internal recruitment requisitions are approved
Conduct internal and external benchmarks through preparation of Cost to Company (CTC) and initiating Sesame process for recruitment purposes
Screening and conducting interviews with line managers when required
Ensuring quality candidates are provided by labour brokers for various supply chain projects
Assisting the recruitment team with conducting induction for new employees and completion of all mandatory programs on BUniversity
Ensure that the quality of On-boarding is of high standard to promote Employer of Choice
Consulting with employees on promotions, transfers, lateral moves and any other contractual changes
Any other delegated tasks deemed as reasonable as assigned by the reporting manager
Engage teams to create a motivated work environment
Advise and drive engagement programs such as Employee of the quarter (EOQ), Employee of the Year (EOY)
Plan and deliver on Long Service Awards LSA
Ensure that all TalentSsoft appraisals are followed up and completed by Line Managers
Attend staff meetings and other engagement programs for employees
Provide support for goal setting and review of performance as per Group Standards
Prepare all career committees for succession planning in line with Group standards and business goals
Implement all career committees in terms Key People, Young talent and Potentials
Ensure that successors are training and prepared for their new roles
Ensure accuracy of payroll inputs and validation
Advise contractual benefits in line with Com & ben policies
Align all allowances and other payments with the conditions of service and the CBA
Participate in salary reviews, advising Managers on cost to company and ensuring Collective Reviews are approved on time.
Manage all severance pays for various terminations
Qualifications and experience:
Degree in Business related field, Human Resource or Industrial Psychology
8 years HR experience at Head of HR Level in a Multinational Company
Ability to work under pressure
Ability to use own initiative with minimal supervision
Must have well developed knowledge of and experience in the application of HR procedures and practices
Must have experience working with Unions and Bargaining Councils
Must have sound working knowledge of Zambian Labour Laws
Must be a Member of the Zambia Institute of Human Resources (ZIHRM)
Be able to adapt to a changing environment
Excellent administrative skills and attention to detail
Computer literate
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Boardroom Appointments Country Human Resources Manager Jobs in Zambia
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