The Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC) is a non-profit research organization. IDRC conducts research in infectious diseases including Malaria, HIV and Tuberculosis. Our studies have led to over 300 publications and have impacted on the management of infectious diseases in Uganda. IDRC currently manages over 41 Grants with an annual budget of $11 million. IDRC was established in May 2008 by Ugandan health scientists from Makerere University College of Health Sciences, University of California, San Francisco and the Uganda Ministry of Health.

The People & Culture Officer will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of our Field office’s Human Resources function. This includes overseeing talent acquisition, policy implementation, and strategic staffing alignment with organizational goals. They will ensure compliance with regulations while fostering a positive workplace culture conducive to employee growth and inclusivity, providing effective support to all staff members

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide guidance and direction to site staff as per the set People and Culture policy
• Talent Acquisition: Attract and hire top talent that aligns with the organizational values and goals.
• Provide orientation to all new staff
• Staff contract management
• Employee Development: Support the professional growth and development of employees through training and coaching
• Policy Implementation: Develop and implement P&C policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations and promote a positive work environment.
• Employee Relations: Handle employee concerns, conflicts, and grievances to maintain a harmonious workplace culture.
• Cultural Champion: Foster a diverse, inclusive, and engaging work culture where every employee feels valued and respected
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to labor laws, regulations, and company policies to mitigate risks and maintain legal compliance
• Record Keeping: File staff documents and other People and Culture documents as required
• Audit Management: Manage site audit inquiries
• Ensure site staff have identity cards, medical insurance cards and are covered for WC&GPA
• Ensure that all staff submit their Timesheets by the 30th of every month
• Attend general staff meetings and report all action items to the People and Culture Manager
• Work on the site payroll changes
• Submit weekly targets and outputs
• Any other duty assigned by your supervisor. In addition, the responsibilities may be revised to suit the changing needs of the Project. If and when this is necessary, you will always be informed.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or any other related fields
• One to two years of experience in a human resources position or related position
• Excellent computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite
• Organized and efficient in daily tasks
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
• Goal-oriented, organized team player.
• Creative problem solver who thrives when presented with a challenge.
• Great “people-person” skills and professional attitude.
• Experience working in a donor-funded environment;
• Experience working in a research setting;
• Knowledge of NAVISION/Dynamics 365 Business Central is an added advantage