JOB DETAILS:

Location Kampala, Uganda (with periodic field visits)
Reporting to Director HR & Admin

About Us
Marie Stopes Uganda (MSUG) is one of 37 country programmes within MSI Reproductive Choices, a global organisation dedicated to ensuring individuals can access quality reproductive healthcare and make informed choices about their reproductive lives. Across Uganda, our team delivers high-quality sexual and reproductive health services through a wide range of service delivery channels. We strengthen public health systems in more than 915 public health facilities, operate 25 mobile outreach teams, 12 health centres, and a maternity hospital, and distribute socially marketed products including Flame and Lifeguard condoms, Back Up emergency contraception, and Well Plan daily contraceptive pills. Through these services, we empower women and families to choose whether and when to have children, enabling them to pursue their aspirations and build healthier, more prosperous futures.
The Role
Reporting to the Director HR & Administration, the purpose of this role as Human Resource Business Partner is to support in the development, refinement, business partnering and implementation of human resource best practices.

Leading a small team, the Human Resource Business Partner supports line-managers across MS enabling them to build and nurture high-performing teams necessary to run their businesses efficiently and to integrate all HR initiatives that support strategic initiatives. Effectiveness will depend on the post holder’s ability to develop quick and credible relationships throughout the organization and gain the confidence and commitment of the leadership team as well as deliver technical advice for HR operations.

Experience & Personal Attributes

• Strong leadership and people  management skills High emotional intelligence and conflict resolution ability
• Strategic thinker, excellent analytical thinking and data-driven HR reporting
• Ability to work in a fast-paced organisation with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of global HR practices, employment law, compensation, talent management, change management, employee relations, and recruitment.
• The highest levels of integrity, strong ethical attitude
• Successful track record of driving HR initiatives through business needs and decentralised environments.
• Understanding of the complexities of working in a multicultural environment and demonstrable ability to put equity at the heart of strategy, policy and practice.
• Significant experience of working with senior business managers, providing customer focused HR advice and support to address organisational needs.
• Self-motivated and a self-starter
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates strong management and leadership skills both within the function and as a role model

Qualifications and Training (essential/ desirable)

• An Honours Degree in Human Resource management, Organisational Psychology or a related field.
• Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management or professional certification (CHRP, IHRM or equivalent)
• Master’s Degree in HR or a management related course is an added advantage.
• Member of a recognised HR professional body
• Further related training (s) will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of 4 years relevant progressive HR experience working in the similar work environment, at least 2 years at a managerial level in a reputable organisation.
• Strong working knowledge of Uganda’s Labour laws

Team Member Behaviours- MSI Behaviours
Successful performance at MS is not simply defined in terms of ‘what’ people achieve but equally is about ‘how’ people go about their jobs and the impact that they have on others. We encourage and expect all team members will demonstrate the following behaviours:

• Model the Way
• I strive for excellence and act with clarity, integrity, accountability, and honesty in everything I do
• I lead by example with transparency, honesty, and accountability, striving for excellence and encouraging open communication at all levels.
• Inspire a Shared Vision
• I inspire a shared vision, stay strategically focused, communicate a clear plan, and prioritise the voices of our clients in decision-making.
• I rally others around MSI's vision by appealing to shared aspirations; I translate strategy into clear goals, and believe that people - our clients, team members, and partners - are key to our success.
• Challenge the Process
• I question, promote improvement, embrace new ideas, learn from experiences, and believe in developing myself and
• I challenge convention, promote continuous learning and welcome feedback, I anticipate and manage change to better achieve MSI's mission.
• Enable others to Act
• I create the conditions at MSI for others to contribute, work at their best, and develop to their fullest potential; I value differences and make sure that all voices are heard.
• I focus on building trust, collaboration and shared ownership, while developing future leaders and treating others with dignity and respect.
• Encourage the Heart
• I take the time to recognize others' contributions, celebrate successes together, nurture the MSI community, and show that I care.
• I inspire high standards and challenging goals, appreciate individual excellence, celebrate our values and victories, and value our humanity.
• Leadership (For Leaders only)
• You inspire individuals and teams, through situational leadership, providing clear direction.
• You seek and provide opportunities which motivate team members, helping to develop skills and potential whilst strengthening our talent and succession pipeline.
• You are aware of emerging developments in our sector, demonstrating strategic insight about our clients and business and encourage this in your team.
• You articulate a vision of the future which inspires and excites others.

MSI Values

• Mission driven: With unwavering commitment, we exist to empower women and men to have children by choice not chance.
• Client centred: We are dedicated to our clients and work tirelessly to deliver high-quality, high-impact services that meet their individual needs.
• Accountable: We are accountable for our actions and focus on results, ensuring long term sustainability and increasing the impact of the Partnership.
• Courageous: We recruit and nurture talented, passionate and brave people who have the courage to push boundaries, make tough decisions and challenge others in line with our mission
• Resilient: In challenging situations, we work together and support each other, adapting and learning to find solutions, whatever we’re up against.
• Inclusive: We believe that diversity is a strength. We all play our part in creating a culture where every team member can thrive, feel valued and contribute meaningfully to our mission, and where all our clients feel welcome and supported.

If you meet the specified minimum job requirements, we encourage you to apply following the procedures below.
Application Process:

• Submit your cover letter, CV, and academic documents as a single PDF file.
• Clearly indicate the job title in the subject line of your email.
• Send your application to jobs@mariestopes.or.ug.
• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; early submissions are encouraged.
• Deadline: 4th August 2026

1. MSI UG is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding humanity and expects all position holders to share this commitment.
2. MSI UG values diversity, equality and inclusivity amongst her workforce.
3. MSI UG has a well-guided and transparent  recruitment process that requires no payment or sexual favours from any candidate/job applicants/potential job seekers as a pre-employment requirement.
4. Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.