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VACANCY: HR Manager – Small Enterprises Development Corp – Zimbabwe
The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Corporation (SMEDCO) is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and strategic Human Resources Manager to lead our people function. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will drive human capital excellence and help shape the organisation that powers Zimbabwe’s SME growth.
Key Responsibilities
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- Lead and implement Human Capital strategies and policies aligned to the Corporation’s strategic and statutory objectives.
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- Oversee learning, talent development, and succession initiatives to strengthen organisational capability and leadership depth.
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- Manage performance management systems and employment contracts to drive accountability and a high-performance culture.
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- Ensure compliance with labour legislation and HR best practices, keeping abreast of emerging trends in people management.
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- Advise Executive Management, line managers, and employees on HR, employee relations, and workforce management matters.
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- Promote a positive and productive workplace culture through effective employee engagement and relationships.
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- Provide workforce analytics and HR metrics to support informed decision-making and continuous improvement.
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- Lead workforce planning, talent acquisition, retention, and succession planning to meet current and future business needs.
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- Oversee payroll, HR records, and HR systems to ensure accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
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- Monitor compensation and benefits trends and provide benchmarking insights to support equity and competitiveness.
Qualifications & Experience
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- 🎓 Recognised Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Social Sciences, or related field.
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- 📘 Postgraduate qualification (e.g., MBA) is an added advantage.
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- ⏳ Minimum ten (10) years’ managerial HR experience in a service-oriented institution.
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- 🤝 Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
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- 🔒 Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgement.
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- 📊 Familiarity with Integrated Results-Based Management (IRBM) frameworks is an advantage.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a single PDF file containing:-
- Application letter
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- Detailed curriculum vitae
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- Certified academic certificates
Deadline: 20 February 2026 (Close of Business)
SMEDCO is committed to diversity and inclusion; qualified female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.
Small and Medium Enterprises Development Corporation (SMEDCO) — Promoting SME growth & sustainability in Zimbabwe.
The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Corporation (SMEDCO) is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and strategic Human Resources Manager to lead our people function. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will drive human capital excellence and help shape the organisation that powers Zimbabwe’s SME growth.
Key Responsibilities
-
- Lead and implement Human Capital strategies and policies aligned to the Corporation’s strategic and statutory objectives.
-
- Oversee learning, talent development, and succession initiatives to strengthen organisational capability and leadership depth.
-
- Manage performance management systems and employment contracts to drive accountability and a high-performance culture.
-
- Ensure compliance with labour legislation and HR best practices, keeping abreast of emerging trends in people management.
-
- Advise Executive Management, line managers, and employees on HR, employee relations, and workforce management matters.
-
- Promote a positive and productive workplace culture through effective employee engagement and relationships.
-
- Provide workforce analytics and HR metrics to support informed decision-making and continuous improvement.
-
- Lead workforce planning, talent acquisition, retention, and succession planning to meet current and future business needs.
-
- Oversee payroll, HR records, and HR systems to ensure accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
-
- Monitor compensation and benefits trends and provide benchmarking insights to support equity and competitiveness.
Qualifications & Experience
-
- 🎓 Recognised Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Social Sciences, or related field.
-
- 📘 Postgraduate qualification (e.g., MBA) is an added advantage.
-
- ⏳ Minimum ten (10) years’ managerial HR experience in a service-oriented institution.
-
- 🤝 Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
-
- 🔒 Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgement.
-
- 📊 Familiarity with Integrated Results-Based Management (IRBM) frameworks is an advantage.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a single PDF file containing:-
- Application letter
-
- Detailed curriculum vitae
-
- Certified academic certificates
Deadline: 20 February 2026 (Close of Business)
SMEDCO is committed to diversity and inclusion; qualified female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.
Small and Medium Enterprises Development Corporation (SMEDCO) — Promoting SME growth & sustainability in Zimbabwe.
