HR Generalist at VIVO

Vivo presently operates 29 physical stores in Kenya, Kigali, Rwanda, Uganda and an online presence. Our Mission and Vision, "To be Africa's most loved fashion brand" and "Africa Dressing Herself," steer our five core company values. We prioritize our customers, aiming to enhance their lives through our products while nurturing and developing our talent and employees within the Vivo family. 

 This underscores our commitment to recruiting, cultivating, and retaining the brightest minds globally. Embracing our fundamental principles, #Our People First, #One Team, #Customer Delight, #Do the right thing, #Own the Result, #Question, Challenge, Improve fosters a distinctive culture throughout our organization, enabling us to unlock the immense potential of this dynamic industry.

 If you possess ambition, intelligence, motivation, dynamism, and a knack for influence and innovation, and you thrive in a challenging, high-growth environment, you are the ideal candidate for our team.

Job Purpose

The HRG will be directly responsible for completing a variety of tasks to support the daily operations of the HR department for the different functions. You will oversee all aspects of human resources processes and practices throughout the employee life cycle. This involves leading and managing the people and culture agenda of the programme; sourcing and recruiting the right talent, enhancing staff performance, supporting employee development, and creating strong relationships with all the key stakeholders of the initiative and championing change initiatives. Support and partner with the HR team on strategic topics and projects

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & onboarding

• Partner with Hiring Managers on staffing needs, assist them in on writing job profiles and development of job descriptions
• Conducting interviews and makes referrals to hiring manager and ensuring efficient turn-around activity.
• Endure correct and smooth negotiation and hiring process.

Performance Management

• Assist in the implementation of C4G.
• Provide ongoing support and coaching to line managers and individual staff in the implementation of the performance appraisal system, ensuring line managers are equipped with the necessary skills to conduct probationary evaluations and annual performance appraisals.

Learning & Development

• Develop and implement a people development strategy based on the business strategy and business needs
• Maintain documentation of all learning activities ensuring the knowledge base is accessible to all.

Other Responsibilities

• Serve as a first point of contact for employee queries, concerns, and grievances.
• Consult with employees and management on employee relations issues providing guidance and assistance with policy interpretation, open and direct communication, conflict resolution, performance management, and conduct-related issues.
• Champion company values and support initiatives to drive a positive work environment
• Promote a positive workplace culture and employee engagement initiatives.
• Maintain good working relationships with line managers and the Senior Management Team.
• Stay abreast of developments in HR trends and share information with the Senior Management Team as needed.
• Participate in company projects
• Creates tools and templates to facilitate departmental effectiveness
• Submitting weekly/Monthly performance reports as directed by the HR Manager.
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with HR peers to develop solutions; programs and policies.

Key Skills

•  Leadership 
• Change management: advice and counsel. Must be able to lead group-wide transformation initiatives and translate detailed information into clear, concise, and accessible messaging.
• Creativity and Innovation - A creative and innovative mind that will implement programs that are engaging and effective.

Qualifications & Experience

•  Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management/Business/social sciences, social sciences,
•  At least 5 years’ experience in Human Resource Management / Administration in recognized organizations.
• Sound knowledge of Labor Laws and payroll
• An active member of a relevant professional body with a confirmed good standing record.
• Tech Savvy.
• Experience with complex (structured) and fast-growing organization

How to Apply

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 Application Deadline will be 12th September  close of business.