Human Resource Officer job at Media Challenge Initiative

Department: Administration
Reports to: C.E.O
Location: Kampala, Uganda

Summary of Job Description
As MCI continues to expand, we are seeking a skilled and experienced Human Resource Officer to join our team. The selected candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring that all employees perform in alignment with their Job Descriptions (JDs) and contribute effectively to our organizational projects.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
• Performance Management: Develop and implement strategies for effective performance management. Work closely with department heads to ensure that employees meet performance expectations outlined in their JDs.
• MEAL for Organizational Projects: Collaborate with the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) team to integrate HR strategies into organization-wide projects. Ensure that HR practices align with project goals and contribute to the overall success of initiatives.
• Talent Retention: Design and implement initiatives to attract and retain high-caliber employees. Conduct regular engagement surveys and implement action plans based on feedback.
• Employee Relations: Serve as a point of contact for employee relations issues, fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Mediate and resolve conflicts to maintain a harmonious work environment.
• Training and Development: Identify training needs and coordinate the development and delivery of relevant training programs. Support career development initiatives to enhance employee skills and capabilities.

Qualifications:
Essential: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Human Resources.
• Proven experience in performance management, talent retention, and employee relations.
• Familiarity with MEAL practices and their integration into HR processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders, MCI Fellows and alumni.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Desirable: Experience in project management
• Experience working in a Media (for) development organization,
• Stellar Monitoring and Evaluation skills.

Job application procedure
To apply, kindly send your job application, resume and cover letter to the Media Challenge Initiative via challengemediaug2014@gmail.com.

Compensation: An attractive payment awaits the successful candidate.

Deadline for Application Entries:31 January 2024.

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