About US:

The National Animal Genetic Resources Centre and Data Bank (NAGRC&DB) was established by the Animal Breeding Act, 2001. It is one of the statutory semi-autonomous bodies of the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF). Formation of NAGRC &DB was part of the fulfilment of the aspirations in the National Animal Breeding Policy (1997), document and the Action Plan for its implementation providing guidelines to all actors in the animal breeding and production value-chain. The actors included input suppliers, farmers, companies, researchers, extension workers and civic leaders on suitable breeds for the various ecological and production systems.

Job Summary:

To assist in managing human resources and staffing issues ofthe organization including pay roll etc.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist to bridge management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances or other issues
• Assist to develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy
• Assist to manage the recruitment and selection process
• Support current and future business needs through the development, engagement, motivation and preservation of human capital
• Assist to develop and monitor overall HR strategies, systems, tactics and procedures across the organization
• Nurture a positive working environment
• Assist to oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance
• Assist to maintain pay plan and benefits program
• Assess training needs to apply and monitor training programs
• Assist to report to management and provide decision support through HR metrics
• Assist to ensure legal compliance throughout human resource management

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The ideal candidate must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Public Administration or Management sciences or Commerce/ Business administration
• People oriented and results driven
• Proven working experience as HR manager or other HR executive
• Demonstrable experience with human resources metrics
• Knowledge of HR systems and databases
• Ability to architect strategy along with leadership skills
• Excellent active listening, negotiation and presentation skills
• Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company
• In-depth knowledge of labor law and HR best practices

All interested candidates should send their CV, applications and testimonials (including 3 work references) to;

The Executive Director, National Animal Genetic Resources Centre & Data Bank,

P.O. Box 183 Nsamizi Road, Entebbe

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: 6^th May 2020