Job Title: HR and Facilities Officer
Organisation: De Heus Animal Nutrition
Duty Station: Jinja, Uganda
About Organisation:
De Heus Animal Nutrition is the fourth-generation family business that has proudly grown into a major global player with 10,000 employees. Explosive growth has brought the company to where it is today. We have been in the Top 10 of the largest Dutch family-owned businesses for years.
Job Summary: To provide support for day-to-day HR operations and oversee facility-related services, ensuring smooth administrative processes, adherence to HR policies, and the maintenance of a safe, well-managed work environment for all staff and outsourced service providers.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Human Resource Duties:
- Manage HR administration, employee records, and HRIS systems.
- Support recruitment, onboarding, and performance management.
- Ensure compliance with labour laws and internal policies.
- Monitor attendance, leave, and timekeeping systems.
- Assist in training coordination and employee communication.
- Contribute to a positive workplace culture and support CSR initiatives.
Facilities Management Duties:
- Coordinate outsourced services including cleaning, security, gardening, and waste management.
- Oversee the condition and availability of office furniture, coordinating repairs or replacements as needed, and reporting any safety concerns to HSSE
- Coordinate office maintenance and repairs through approved service providers, ensuring issues are addressed promptly and disruptions to operations are minimized.
- Support the management of HR-related service contracts, including outsourced manpower, cleaning, maintenance, and other administrative services.
- Conduct routine inspections of office or plant facilities to identify maintenance needs.
- Coordinate minor repairs and maintenance with the appropriate contractors or internal teams.
- Ensure all utilities (water, electricity, waste) are functioning properly and paid for on time.
- Maintain inventory and records for facility supplies (e.g. toiletries, furniture, safety equipment).
- Support health, safety, and fire prevention compliance in coordination with the HSE Officer.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- At least 2–3 years’ experience in a combined HR and administrative/facilities role.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external vendors.
- High level of integrity, confidentiality, and sound judgment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with HR systems or operational trackers is an advantage.
- Experience working in a manufacturing or plant setting is an added advantage.
Skills and Competencies:
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Ability to work with diverse teams and manage third-party relationships.
How to Apply:
Send your CV and supporting documents to [email protected] with the subject line of HR and Facilities Officer.
Deadline: 30th August 2025.
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 24