Officer Business Partner job at Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL)

Job Purpose

To act as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to designated business units by aligning human resources strategies with business goals. The position is responsible for implementing HR policies, supporting workforce planning, driving employee engagement and managing the delivery of HR services to ensure operational excellence and employee satisfaction.

Impact

The Business Partner bridges the gap between HR and the business, fostering a culture of performance, collaboration, and compliance. By delivering tailored HR solutions and addressing workforce challenges, the role contributes to the productivity and sustainability of the organization.

Key Result Areas

• Ensure the effective implementation of HR policies, procedures, and initiatives within assigned business units.
• Provide guidance to line managers and employees on HR policy interpretation and compliance.
• Collaborate with business units to identify workforce needs and support the recruitment and selection processes.
• Develop and execute workforce plans to address talent gaps and optimize resource allocation.
• Support the performance appraisal process, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Coach managers on effective performance management practices, including goal setting and feedback.
• Act as the primary contact for employee relations issues within assigned business units.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives to enhance morale and productivity.
• Identify training and development needs within business units and coordinate delivery of relevant programs.
• Monitor the impact of training initiatives on employee performance and business outcomes.
• Track and analyze HR metrics to provide insights into workforce trends and inform decision-making.
• Prepare regular reports on HR activities and their impact on business performance.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to the HR Assistant Business Partner.
• Ensure the HR Assistant Business Partner delivers high-quality support to business units.

Expected Output

• Documentation confirming consistent application and compliance with HR policies.
• Comprehensive workforce planning documents addressing current and future talent needs.
• Accurate records of performance evaluations and improvement plans
• Reports on employee engagement initiatives and their outcomes
• Documentation of training sessions, attendance, and effectiveness evaluations
• Insights into turnover, retention, absenteeism, and other key HR indicators
• Performance reviews and professional growth documentation for the HR Assistant Business Partner.

Person Specifications

Academic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resource management, Business Administration, or a related field

Experience

• A minimum of 4 years of experience in human resources, with at least 2 years in a business partnering role.
• Proven track record in HR operations, employee relations, and stakeholder management
• Experience in the energy or utility sector is an added advantage.

Competencies

• Strong knowledge of HR practices, policies, and labor laws.
• Proficiency in HR systems and data analytics tools.
• Expertise in talent management and workforce planning.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to build trust and foster collaborative relationships.
• Problem- solving and conflict resolution, skills.
• Strategic thinking and alignment of HR strategies with business goals.
• Leadership skills to effectively manage and mentor the HR Assistant Business Partner.
• High level of integrity and commitment to organizational values.

The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) is a limited liability company incorporated in Uganda under the Companies Act. UEDCL owns the 33KV and below voltage electricity distribution networks. The company sales and distributes electricity in Uganda as per ERA License issued on 31 December 2024 covering over 135 political districts, operates a modern pole plant at Lugogo, and executes key rural electrification schemes on behalf of the Government of Uganda.

UEDCL is seeking to recruit qualified, competent and highly motivated Ugandans to fill the following positions;

• Ensure the effective implementation of HR policies, procedures, and initiatives within assigned business units.
• Provide guidance to line managers and employees on HR policy interpretation and compliance.
• Collaborate with business units to identify workforce needs and support the recruitment and selection processes.
• Develop and execute workforce plans to address talent gaps and optimize resource allocation.
• Support the performance appraisal process, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Coach managers on effective performance management practices, including goal setting and feedback.
• Act as the primary contact for employee relations issues within assigned business units.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives to enhance morale and productivity.
• Identify training and development needs within business units and coordinate delivery of relevant programs.
• Monitor the impact of training initiatives on employee performance and business outcomes.
• Track and analyze HR metrics to provide insights into workforce trends and inform decision-making.
• Prepare regular reports on HR activities and their impact on business performance.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to the HR Assistant Business Partner.
• Ensure the HR Assistant Business Partner delivers high-quality support to business units.

• Strong knowledge of HR practices, policies, and labor laws.
• Proficiency in HR systems and data analytics tools.
• Expertise in talent management and workforce planning.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to build trust and foster collaborative relationships.
• Problem- solving and conflict resolution, skills.
• Strategic thinking and alignment of HR strategies with business goals.
• Leadership skills to effectively manage and mentor the HR Assistant Business Partner.
• High level of integrity and commitment to organizational values.

• Bachelor's degree in human resource management, Business Administration, or a related field
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in human resources, with at least 2 years in a business partnering role.
• Proven track record in HR operations, employee relations, and stakeholder management
• Experience in the energy or utility sector is an added advantage.