Human Resource Manager

Avacare Health is an integrated healthcare group serving the African region and beyond through the distribution and supply of pharmaceuticals, medical consumables, consumer health and medical equipment.

Founded in 1996 by anesthesiologist, Dr Vikramkumar Naik, with a vision to make a difference to the people of Africa.

Our greatness lies in our commitment to bring affordable healthcare to the people of Africa, and for our products and services to be accessible in every part of Africa and beyond. Operating across 3 continents with presence in 22 countries, our innate passion and commitment to deliver timeously has helped us make our mark in the pharmaceutical and healthcare arena.

Achieving success is about having vision and belief that **“Yesterday we were good, today we are better and tomorrow we shall be great”**

**There current job opening is for one of our entities: Barrs Pharmaceuticals.**

**Purpose of the job**: The Human Resource Manager spear heads the Human Resource department and is responsible for smooth Human Resource relations from both an operational and a strategic perspective, as an advisor in matters of recruitment, as a leader in terms of employee relations and administration, performance management, training and organisational structure.

**Minimum Education**:
Bachelor Degree in Human Resources or similar

Additional training in employment law and/or organisational development, and/or occupational health and safety would be advantageous.

**Technical competencies/ Professional expertise**:
Human Resource Management: Identifies optimal solutions to HR issues, respecting organizational values and legal requirements.

Training & Presenting Information: Formally delivers information to groups; is able to speak to different audiences; can convey the information comprehensively.

Good computer skills which include Excel and skills in database management, record keeping and HRMS

**Behavioural** competencies **(Soft Skills)**:
Foster open communication: Creates an atmosphere in which timely and high quality information flows smoothly between self and others; encourages the open expression of ideas and opinions.

Act with Integrity: Demonstrates principled leadership and s

ound business ethics; shows consistency among principles, values, and behaviour; builds trust with others through own authenticity and follow through on commitments.

Problem Analysis and Decision Making: Identifies problems; recognizes symptoms causes, and alternative solutions; makes timely, sound decisions even under conditions of risk and uncertainty.

**Leadership Competencies (if a leadership role)**:
Coach and Develop Others: Accurately assesses strengths and development needs of employees; gives timely, specific feedback and helpful coaching: provides challenging assignments and opportunities for development.

Provide Direction: Fosters the development of a common vision; provides clear direction and priorities; clarifies roles and responsibilities.

Leadership Style and Influence: Takes charge and initiates actions; directs the activities of individuals and groups toward the accomplishment of meaningful goals; commands the attention and respect of others.

**Organisational Competencies: (culture-fit)**:
Demonstrate versatility, grasp and learn new concepts, developments and technologies quickly

Adapt into a culturally diverse work environment.

Possess honesty, integrity, passion for the work, compassion.

Key areas: Employee Administration, Onboarding & Exit, Hiring, Employee Relations, Performance Management & Career Progression, Training, Organisational Structure.