HR Business Partner - East Africa at BASF East Africa Ltd

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful incumbent will play a crucial role in driving our people strategy, aligning HR policies with our business objectives, and ensuring HR excellence throughout the organization.
Duties will include the following:

• Developing and implementing HR strategies to attract, develop, and retain a skilled and motivated workforce.
• Driving employee engagement initiatives, including onboarding and role clarity.
• Understanding the business and contributing to the people strategy of the country cluster and represented business units/operating divisions.
• Developing country cluster-specific strategic guidelines and company rules aligned with market area and global requirements.
• Providing guidance and support in disciplinary and grievance procedures.
• Ensuring compliance with statutory body requirements and managing all statutory deductions.
• Managing local employee insurable benefits and monitoring country cluster leave liabilities.
• Actively representing BASF's interests and upholding corporate values and principles.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Undergraduate degree in Business or Social Sciences and Diploma in HR Management, HR Development, or Organizational Development
• Full Member of the Institute of Human Resources Management (IHRM)
• 3-5 years of experience in a similar HR role
• Excellent communication, presentation, listening, and negotiation skills
• Excellent understanding of relevant legislation
• Quick and agile learner