Johannesburg: HR & Admin Manager posted by Edgexec (Pty) Ltd

About the Role

This is a pivotal, hands-on leadership role establishing and running HR and administrative operations for a growing shipping & logistics agency in Tanzania. You’ll translate regional strategy into local execution, build foundational policies and processes, and partner with business leaders to enable sustainable growth. It’s a blend of strategic planning and day-to-day delivery: from workforce planning and talent acquisition to compliance, employee relations, facilities, and vendor management.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and lead HR & Admin for the Tanzania agency: org design, policies, SOPs, and reporting rhythms.
• Ensure full compliance with Tanzanian employment legislation; manage ER matters, investigations, and fair processes.
• Partner with the Country Head and regional leaders on workforce planning, talent acquisition, onboarding, and retention.
• Implement performance management, learning plans, and leadership development aligned to business goals.
• Oversee payroll inputs, benefits administration, records, contracts, and HRIS data integrity.
• Lead office administration: facilities, vendors, travel, procurement controls, and HSE coordination.
• Drive change initiatives and culture programmes that promote engagement, DEI, and ethical conduct.
• Track HR metrics (time-to-hire, turnover, absenteeism, training hours, engagement insights) and present to leadership.
• Champion continuous improvement and digital ways of working to boost service quality and efficiency.

Requirements

• 10+ years relevant experience within multinational or regional organisations.
• Strong, practical knowledge of Tanzanian employment law and ER disciplines.
• Proven stakeholder management and communication skills across levels and cultures.
• High adaptability, resilience, and sound judgement in fast-moving environments.
• Detail-driven, solutions-oriented, and comfortable balancing strategic and operational priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree/diploma in HR, Business Administration, or related field;