Kinvest is a company committed to investing in human potential and creating local ownership wherever our companies operate. We invest in high value, sustainable agriculture ecosystems that generate rewarding returns for all stakeholders. Everyone who works with us must share this commitment to helping others realize their full potential.
Kinvest Farming Company operates a commercial fresh produce export business targeting the high-end premium market overseas, using state-of-the-art agronomic and irrigation techniques to maximize yields and quality. The function of the HRO is to provide hands-on resources for managing the administration of a large labor force, as well as the day-to-day HR & administration of Kinvest.
Outcomes and Objectives
- Work with the management to plan staff requirements in terms of numbers and expertise
- Carry out sourcing of suitable staff through recruitment agencies, and line up interviews with the respective manager
- Once selected, process all new staff by managing the employment process and contracts
- Initiate and monitor the payroll management to capture accurate employee information and salary payment
- Develop and keep updated the staff database and Staff file documentation
- Support employee relations and address any requests, issues or concerns
- Work with management to project staff training requirements, and source expertise to undertake specific training
- Manage the maintenance of vendor services to staff, such as medical services
- Report monthly data to include new hires, vacancies, staff attendance versus demand, disciplinary action taken, and training achieved
- Keep up to date with Government statutory bodies regarding labour laws and maintain HR Compliance for the Kinvest
- Implement and maintain HR policies and procedures
Competencies and Character
- Excellent leadership qualities
- High level of integrity
- Ability to foresee and manage potential disruptions
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Ability to empathize with Employees
- High level of energy and motivation
- Displays courage
- Takes accountabilities for all outcomes
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Membership of chartered institutes of personnel Development.
- At least 3 years’ experience in a related role.
- Proven experience as an HR Officer or similar role, preferably in the agricultural sector.
- Computer skills
- Good human relations skills, Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
