Equity bank Tanzania limited he's a commercial bank licensed by the Bank of Tanzania. The bank’s purpose is to transform the lives and livelihoods of the people of Africa socially and economically by availing them modern, inclusive financial services that maximize their opportunities. Equity Bank Tanzania easy subsidiary of Equity Group Holdings Plc, with banking subsidiaries in Kenya, Uganda, South Sudan, Rwanda and democratic republic of Congo(DRC). Currently, the bank is seeking additional talent to serve in the role outlined below

Head of Human Resource

Reporting the Managing Director -  Tanzania and with a matrix reporting line to the group chief human capital officer, the head of human resources will support the business to achieve its goals and objectives by using effective, contemporary human resources practices to achieve strategic objectives. The role holder is responsible for developing and implementing policies and programs that support the organization's overall strategic direction, overseas various areas of human resource functions such as resourcing, compensation and benefits, learning and development while remaining informed of local labour laws and regulations, ensuring that the policies and programs conform to law and are competitive

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Contribute to the formulation of the organization strategy and ensure that all HR policies and procedures are sound and drive the performance of the company
• Direct and execute the company's performance management system, pay and benefits system, human resource databases, local staff recruitment, training and development, and affirmative action programs, adhering to all applicable laws and regulations
• Responsible for all talent acquisition activities through regional and non-traditional channels. Conduct recruitment efforts for all exempt, non-exempt and temporary workers; right end place advertisement; work with supervisors to screen and interview candidates, conduct reference checking, extend job offers, conduct new employee orientation; conduct exit interviews
• Implement effective safety, affirmative action, and other employee relation programs
• Driver culture of safety, inclusiveness, productivity and engagement through an array of employee relation programs
• Successfully execute the design, planning, and implementation of company employee policies and programs, including employee training and orientation to support short and long-term employee engagement and business needs
• Demonstrate sound business judgment, communication skills and talent development of capabilities
• Support and encourage opportunities to improve talent management as well as build a solid talent pipeline to provide effective succession and support workforce planning to ensure the business has the right people, in the right place, at the right time.
• Design, develop and deliver employee training and orientation programs
• Manage their compensation and benefits programs, to ensure the organization philosophy of fair and equitable employment
• Counsel and support teams in carrying out human resources policies and practices for client groups including recruiting, staffing, performance measurement and management, communication, employer of choice programs, talent development, retention planning, organizational design and action planning
• Responsible for resource allocation, gooding budget, and personnel

Candidate’s Qualification, Knowledge, and experience

• University degree or its equivalent
• A minimum of 10 years experience and operational in hr functions with four or more years in a managerial function
• Must possess a higher diploma in human resources
• Proven ability to analyze complex business issues and identify, design and implement effective practical recommendations
• Experienced in project management and running multiple projects
• IT literate
• In Depth knowledge of HR/Personnel practices and principles, and labor, C&B, health and safety laws and regulations
• Able to operate in a performance-driven organization
• Culturally aware and adapt at working across multiple geographies

Essential Knowledge

• Excellent understanding of local hr policies and procedures
• Excellent knowledge of local labour laws and regulations
• Expert knowledge; exhibits and an exceptional degree of ingenuity, creativity and resourcefulness
• Leeds the development of highly advanced technologies, principles, theories and concepts
• Guides and transfers knowledge to his/her team.

Desired Competencies

• Business awareness
• Strong analytical skills and problem solving skills
• Excellent planning skills
• Higher personal standards and goal oriented
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent and effective communication skill, both spoken and written
• Strong coaching skills
• Culture sensitivity

The above position is a demanding role which the bank will provide a competitive package to the successful candidate. If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your ability is to meet their criteria given above, please submit your application letter together with a detailed curriculum vitae quoting the job in the subject to TZRecruitment@equitybank.co.tz by Saturday, June 16th  2018

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Equity Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of individuals, ideas, perspectives, insights and values, and what they bring to the workplace