Do you want to be part of a large, inspirational, global people and organization community – a community focused on enabling the Line of Business in executing their business strategies – a community on a journey to being proactive strategic partners in a changing environment? Do you define yourself as an agile strategic thinker with a strong interest for translating business needs into HR? If yes, you might be the People and Organization Partner we are looking for! This role is based in Nairobi, Kenya, and directly reports to Head, People and Organization, Middle Africa.
About The Affiliate
Novo Nordisk Middle Africa was formed in early 2012. With an established presence with human insulin in Africa, our focus today is to sustain the growth of the market, ensure access to better quality modern insulin within the markets and support the communities living with diabetes. The affiliate covers 49 countries with an office based out of Nairobi Kenya and operates via three (3) strategic Business Units (BUs) – Eastern and Southern Africa (ESA), West Central Africa (WCA) and English West Africa (EWA).
The position
This Role
As the People and Organization Partner for the Eastern and Southern Africa BU, you will be responsible for driving and implementing the People and Organization agenda for the Business Unit.
Serves as a human resources expert and resource towards line of business and managers for all departments within the BU
Plans and executes results in fast-changing businesses and environments
Facilitate business unit leadership team development as a team and individually
Secure flawless execution of all HR and communication processes and tools in the business unit, including the full employee life cycle in partnership with the Centres of Excellence
Coordinate performance management process with the people managers within the Business Unit by advising, coaching and training line managers as required
Implement HR policies and ensure compliance with Novo Nordisk Way
Ensure compliance with Compensation and Benefits guidelines
Implement initiatives to drive an inspiring and healthy working environment
Support people managers in the process of action planning for improvement of unsatisfactory results, enhancement of positive ones and follow up on implementation for employee engagement survey – evolve
Supports the leadership team of the business unit in counselling on people issues, mediator for conflict resolution, talent acquisition / development and organizational structure and agility.
Qualifications
You have relevant academic degree with a minimum of 3-5 years Human Resources Business Partner experience. Experience in the Pharmaceutical / Healthcare industry will be an added advantage as well as a relevant Human Resource certification.
In Addition, The Following Qualifications Will Also Apply
Experience in interacting with and supporting people managers and their teams
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with structured and transparent way of working
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and ability to influence others by presenting ideas tailored to the audience
Ability to work in a high performance and inclusive/diverse work environment
Approachable and responsive and able to connect with employees at all levels
Proven ability to navigate through complex, matrix, goal-driven organizations.
Eager to discuss and apply new HR practices and focus on continuous improvement
Working at Novo Nordisk
At Novo Nordisk we recognise that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and the communities we operate in.
We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. We are happy to discuss flexible working, depending on the role and subject to business needs.
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