JOB DETAILS:

At AGL Uganda, collaboration, support, and mutual respect are highly valued. The HR Officer will work closely with the HR Team, HODs, and all employees to ensure seamless HR operations. The role involves coordinating with internal and external partners, to drive HR goals and enriching the employee experience.

JOB PURPOSE & MAIN MISSIONS:

To manage operational HR activities, including recruitment, onboarding, payroll processing, and training coordination, to support effective HR operations.

Key Responsibilities

• • Recruitment & Onboarding – Advertise roles, support interviews, manage induction programs, track probation, and ensure job descriptions are updated.
  • Payroll & Benefits – Assist in payroll processing, manage benefits, and support performance-based incentives.
  • Training & Development – Coordinate training needs, manage the annual training calendar, and oversee training evaluations.
  • Employee Relations & Welfare – Handle queries, promote employee wellness, and support grievance handling and compliance.
  • Performance Management – Facilitate appraisal processes and monitor performance metrics.
  • Expatriate Support – Assist with work permits, visas, and accommodation.
  • Union Engagement – Collaborate with shop stewards to address staff issues.
  • HR Administration – Maintain up-to-date records and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Profile

What We're Looking For

• • Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in a generalist HR role
  • Proficient in HR systems (SAP, SAGE)
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality, multitask, and meet deadlines
  • A self-starter with a collaborative spirit and keen attention to detail

You Will Thrive If You Are:

• Organized
• People-focused
• Solution-oriented
• A champion of OBUMU (togetherness)
• Passionate about employee experience and workplace culture

What Success Looks Like in This Role

• Timely and payroll accurate
• Seamless recruitment and onboarding
• High employee engagement
• Well-documented HR records
• Strong cross-functional collaboration
• Robust training and development culture