People Operations Associate
The People Operations Associate will manage people operations, office administration, events, employee records, work permits, budgets, travel, and staff leadership for Wave Uganda's Kampala and upcountry offices.
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain HR policies, procedures, and administrative systems across Wave Uganda
- Onboard new staff and integrate them into Wave's culture
- Manage employee records including compensation, benefits, insurance, promotions, transfers, performance reviews, and terminations
- Process work permits for employees as needed
- Serve as the primary contact and Business Partner for people-related matters
- Oversee day-to-day office operations and health and safety compliance
- Manage front desk, utilities, security, supplies, equipment, and inventory
- Coordinate acquisition of new office spaces and related logistics
- Handle correspondence, complaints, and queries
- Supervise, mentor, and train office staff
- Manage office budgets and procurements
- Arrange domestic and international travel
- Plan corporate events including happy hours, retreats, and conferences
- Create presentations and management-level reports
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or professional training in business administration, HR, or a related field
- At least 5 years of experience in a similar role
- Knowledge of HRIS systems, preferably Bamboo HR or Workday
- Experience using Google Suite or Microsoft Office
- Strong organizational and prioritisation skills
- Work authorization in Uganda is required
Benefits
- Generous health insurance for yourself and dependents
- 26 weeks of parental leave for mothers and 4 weeks for fathers
- Subsidized childcare when returning to work
- Airtime reimbursement
- Free food
- Beautiful office space