Dei BioPharma Ltd
Dei BioPharma Ltd is a biotech and pharmaceutical research firm duly incorporated in Uganda, specializing in the development and manufacture of innovative medicines and vaccines.
The development of our drugs and vaccines manufacturing facility was commissioned on July 6, 2021, by President Yoweri Museveni and Kenya President William Ruto (then Vice President).
The state-of the art facility is situated in Matugga, Wakiso district. Uganda, and shall produce high quality medicines across a wide range of therapeutic areas.
These include malaria, cancer, generies, beta lactums, non betalactums, nutraceuticals, parentals, Heparin, APIs, Insulin, Glagine, vaccines and monocolonal antibodies.
The manufacturing facility is gearing to produce one billion doses of mRNA vaccines guided by the most stringent global CMP including the US FDA, EU (EMA) and the World Health Organization (WHO) standards.
Announcement Number: DB/05/045/FA04
Position Title: Human Resource Business Partner (3 positions)
Opening Period: 05/05/2025 – 05/12/2025
Series/Grade: L (3)
Salary: Competitive
Who May Apply: All Interested Applicants
Duration Appointment: Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period
Supervisory Position: No
Job Summary:
The Human Resource Business Partner (HRBP) will serve as a strategic liaison between HR and key operational departments ensuring alignment of people strategy with business goals in a regulated pharmaceutic manufacturing environment. The HRBP will support workforce planning, talent acquisition, performance management, employee relations and organizational development with a focus on GMP culture, compliance and productivity. The role requires hands-on involvement in managing HR operations for technical, quality, and production teams, ensuring adherence to labor regulations and internal policies. The ideal candidate demonstrate strong stakeholder engagement skills, HR analytics capability and a deep understanding of workforce dynamics in a highly regulate process-driven industry.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Implement and oversee core HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, training and development, and offboarding under the strategic guidance of the Head, Human Capital.
2. Partner with business leaders to develop and execute HR strategies that support unit-level goals while aligning with the broader human capital agenda.
3. Lead the design, coordination, and delivery of training programs that build staff capabilities, close skill gaps, and foster continuous professional development.
4. Provide expert coaching to managers and employees on performance management, career growth, team development, and workplace conflict resolution.
5. Analyze HR metrics and workforce data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities that inform decision-making and workforce planning.
6. Drive recruitment processes to attract and retain top talent, ensuring alignment with departmental needs, diversity goals, and organization timelines.
7. Design and implement employee engagement and retention initiative that promote a high-performance, inclusive, and values-driven culture
8. Ensure organizational compliance with employment laws, health and safety regulations, and internal policies through education, process oversight, and risk mitigation.
9. Manage key HR projects including policy development, HRIS enhancements, and process improvement efforts, working closely wi the Head, Human Capital.
10. Serve as a trusted advisor to staff and management on people-related issues, advocating for employee well-being and a positive organizational climate.
Academic Qualifications:
1. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial/ Organizational Psychology, or a related field.
2. A Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., CIPD, SHRM) is an advantage.
Experience and competencies:
1. Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in HR roles, including experience as an HR Generalist or Business Partner, preferably in the pharmaceutical or manufacturing industry
2. The incumbent should possess knowledge of Labor laws, talent acquisition, performance management, employee relations, HR analytics, organizational development, change management, and strategic HR planning.
All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Dei BioPharma Ltd, provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation or marital status.
HOW TO APPLY:
All interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit their CVs, Cover Letter & Academic documents (addressed to the Human Resources Manager)
All Application documents should be merged as one document in PDF or DOC / DOCX, which should not exceed 10MB
Applications should be sent by email to recruitment@deibiopharma.com with the JOB TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE
Should you not hear from us within twenty one (21) days from the closing date of this advertisement, you may consider your application to be unsuccessful
Deadline: 12th May 2025 by 5:00PM
