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People and Culture Locum Assistant at TPO Uganda

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Job Description

Department: People & Culture


Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda


Reports to: People & Culture Manager


Contract Type: Locum

Duration: 3 months (October–December 2026)


Nature of Assignment: This is a temporary three-month assignment and is not a permanent position. Future opportunities may be considered based on organizational needs, availability of funding and performance.




3. Purpose of the Position

The People & Culture Locum Assistant will provide administrative and operational support to the People & Culture function, contributing to the effective and timely implementation of employee lifecycle processes and day-to-day P&C activities.


The role will support areas including recruitment, onboarding, personnel records, contracts, performance management, staff welfare, employee engagement, HR documentation and maintenance of P&C records and trackers, while ensuring confidentiality and compliance with organizational policies and procedures. 

Job Industry

Human Resource Management

Job Salary Currency

Job Salary Fixed

No

Key Deliverables

  • Supporting recruitment and selection processes, including preparation of job advertisements, shortlisting, interview arrangements and onboarding.
  • Supporting the preparation and processing of employment contracts, extensions, renewals and related documentation.
  • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records and personnel files.
  • Supporting onboarding, induction and separation processes.
  • Maintaining P&C trackers, databases and records and ensuring timely follow-up of key employee lifecycle actions.
  • Supporting performance management processes, including probation reviews and performance appraisals.
  • Supporting staff welfare, engagement, learning and development, recognition and other employee experience initiatives.
  • Assisting with the implementation of P&C policies, guidelines, procedures and tools.
  • Providing timely administrative support to staff and supervisors on routine P&C processes and documentation.
  • Supporting the preparation of P&C reports, correspondence and other documentation.
  • Ensuring confidentiality and proper handling of employee information.
  • Supporting compliance with TPO Uganda policies, procedures, safeguarding standards and applicable labour requirements.
  • Performing any other P&C duties assigned by the supervisor.

Essential Qualities

Essential Qualities
  • A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Human Resource Development, Business Administration, Industrial Relations or a related field.
  • At least 1–2 years of relevant experience in Human Resources/People & Culture, preferably within an NGO or development organization.
  • Practical experience in HR administration, recruitment, employee records, contracts and other employee lifecycle processes.
  • Good knowledge of HR policies, procedures and employment practices.
  • Good communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • High levels of integrity, confidentiality and attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; familiarity with HRIS systems is an added advantage.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with staff at different levels of the organization.

Key Competencies

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

  • Professionalism
  • Accountability
  • Dependability
  • Innovation
  • Inclusiveness
  • Compassion
  • Attention to detail
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Organization and time management
  • Discretion and confidentiality
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines

Special Benefits for this Position


Application Process

Interested candidates should submit:

1. A cover letter expressing their interest in the position and highlighting their relevant experience; and

2. An updated CV detailing their qualifications, experience and relevant competencies.

Applications should be submitted to people.culture@tpoug.org with the subject line:

“Expression of Interest – People & Culture Locum Assistant”

Closing Date: 18th September 2026

Recruitment will be conducted on a rolling basis, and the position may be filled before the closing date. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Close Date

18/09/2026

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