Human Resources & Administration Manager

About the role

The Human Resources & Administration Manager will lead HR and administrative functions for Akaliko Zambia Limited, overseeing the complete employee lifecycle and ensuring compliance with Zambian labour legislation.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the full HR process from workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, employment administration, employee support, disciplinary matters, to off‑boarding.
• Coordinate recruitment activities including job posting, screening, interviews, reference and background checks, and preparation of employment contracts.
• Ensure comprehensive onboarding for new hires, covering induction, policy briefings, work‑tool allocation, probation tracking and documentation.
• Maintain accurate employee records, including contracts, personal files, leave, disciplinary, performance, and visa/work‑permit documentation.
• Oversee off‑boarding procedures, handling resignation/termination paperwork, exit clearance, final payroll, asset return and exit interviews.
• Implement and maintain HR policies, employee handbook, internal guidelines and disciplinary processes in line with Akaliko HQ framework and Zambian law.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable employment, payroll, statutory and immigration requirements.
• Advise management on HR risks, employee relations, grievance handling and labour compliance matters.
• Coordinate with HQ on material HR issues, policy exceptions, disciplinary cases and high‑risk employee matters.
• Implement and monitor KPI and performance management frameworks in collaboration with local management and HQ.

Required profile

• Proven experience managing the full employee lifecycle in a corporate environment.
• Strong knowledge of Zambian labour law, payroll and immigration regulations.
• Ability to develop, implement and update HR policies aligned with group standards.
• Experience advising senior management on HR risks and employee relations.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Required skills