HR Manager Full-Time

Global Edge is hiring a HR Director based in Maputo.

Duties and responsibilities

General HR

• Lead, coordinate and assist with drafting, developing, and implementing HR policy and procedures, ensuring compliance with local laws and legislations, and recommended best practices;
• Manages talent acquisition process: recruitment, interviewing and hiring.  Collaborates with team members to understand skills and competencies required for vacancies;
• Arrange training as required and maintain record of certifications and credentials;
• Responsible for implementing structured plans for employee development;
• Monitor and report on key HR metrics, such as turnover and retention rates;
• Provide current and prospective employees with information about policies, procedures, and benefits;
• Evaluate, design, implement and manage compensation and benefits packages;
• Assist and represent management with employee relation issues (hearings, investigations, corrective action, performance appraisals, etc.);
• Liaise with external legal counsel regarding employment-related issues;
• Lead the analysis of employee feedback and data, with the aim of creating a better working environment and engaged culture;
• Develop and implement MZ HR Initiatives in-line with organizational objectives;
• Assist management with review of client and contractor agreements;
• Responsibility for overall Safety and Health Standards.

Contractors Care

• Assist with the onboarding of new staff and contract employees;
• Assist management with contractor relation issues;
• Frequent business trips to Afungi and Pemba;
• Travelling up to 50% of the time, during first year only.

Visa & Immigration

• Oversees mobilization process for all employees. This includes managing all mobilization requirements including but not limited to, flights, travel insurance, temporary, accommodations, etc;
• Maintain immigration files for all staff and contract employees with visas;
• Make travel arrangements for contractors and office staff.

Other

• Develop and/or administer special projects;
• This is not an exhaustive list of duties and is subject to review on a regular basis;
• Other duties as assigned.

Profile

Ability to demonstrate the following competencies to the described level, including but not limited to:

• Education and Certifications:  Bachelor’s Degree is preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Five years of HR experience (minimum);
• Strong knowledge of basic HR principles and employment laws in Mozambique;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (Portuguese and English);
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills;
• Ability to communicate effectively with others;
• Ability to make competent use of work-related equipment and materials (e.g. computer hardware, software, ATS and electronic engagement program);
• Previous Staffing industry experience is a bonus;
• Ability to handle multiple urgent requests and achieve a high level of productivity with accuracy;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office;
• Analytical and problem-solving skills a must;
• Must demonstrate patience, professionalism, and sensitivity to individuals with diverse backgrounds and cultures.