Head of People, Culture and Administration at VisionFund Tanzania

Organization: VisionFund Tanzania (Microfinance Institution)

Key Requirement: Master's in HR or related field + labor law expertise

Core Focus: HR strategy, talent management, compliance & administration

Language: Fluency in English required

Apply via: Official Portal

About VisionFund

With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.

Come join our 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!

Overview

VisionFund Tanzania is owned by VisionFund International, World Vision’s microfinance subsidiary. VisionFund International is differentiated by its integrated approach in working with World Vision’s community-based development efforts to address rural poverty. VisionFund Tanzania (VFT) is currently the fourth largest and the most rapidly growing Microfinance Institution (MFI) in Tanzania. It also has the highest quality portfolio, some of the most efficient operations (second lowest cost per borrower) and is solidly self-sustainable.

Role Purpose

The Head of People, Culture and Administration is responsible for all aspects of the human resource function within the VisionFund Tanzania Office. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the position is responsible primarily for P&C Strategy, staffing, recruiting, retention, performance management, employee relations, compensation, compliance, individual development and succession planning. The incumbent ensures that HR initiatives are aligned with VFT’s mission, values and long-term business strategy, and that they support the evolving HR needs of the business. The overall objective of the position is to support the development and retention of a high-performance work force and a learning culture.

Key Responsibilities

People & Culture Strategy

  • Provides strategic People support and advice on Human Resources issues
  • Updates the employee handbook on a per need basis
  • Ensures that good insurance covers for staff are in place
  • All Policies are updated as required quarterly present to board P & C matter
  • Recommend employees recognition activities to honour individual milestones

Manpower Planning & Budgets

  • Contributes and advises in senior management strategic planning
  • Prepares and submits annual budget and plan for SMT approval
  • Aligns with SMT on manpower planning

Recruitment and Onboarding

  • Develops letters of appointment, transfer, promotion
  • Conducts “due diligence” for job applicants
  • Ensures standardized hiring processes
  • Coordinates all recruitment and orientation

Compensation & Rewards

  • Reviews benefits scheme annually
  • Conducts consultations for performance indicators
  • Carries out salaries and benefits surveys

Performance Management & Engagement

  • Implements staff performance appraisals in Workday
  • Investigates disciplinary and grievance cases
  • Develops performance indicators for incentives

Capability & Competency Management

  • Conducts staff training needs assessments
  • Coordinates staff development strategy
  • Ensures 100% completion of mandatory training

Procurement and Office Administration

  • Analyzes purchase requests
  • Provides oversight to procurement committee
  • Manages security, fleet, and property

Required Knowledge and Qualifications

  • Master/Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resources Management or related field
  • Experience in HR information systems
  • Expertise in national labor law and employment practices
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
  • Cultural sensitivity and ability to promote workplace diversity

Additional Requirements

  • 25% domestic/international travel
  • Fluency in written and spoken English

How to Apply

Application Language: Submit CV in English

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