Senior Human Resource Officer

Senior Human Resource Officer Jobs in Lusaka – Join GBL

GBL, operating as Stewards Globe Limited t/a Afriseed, a leading agricultural company based in Lusaka, Zambia, is inviting qualified and experienced professionals to apply for the position of Senior Human Resource Officer. This opportunity is ideal for candidates seeking senior human resource officer jobs in Lusaka who are eager to contribute to a dynamic HR function within a reputable organization.

About the Senior Human Resource Officer Role

The Senior Human Resource Officer will serve on a fixed-term contract for 24 months, reporting directly to the Group Senior Manager Human Resources. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting and enhancing the overall HR function to ensure effective service delivery across the company.

Key responsibilities include implementing and enforcing HR policies and procedures, interpreting employment conditions for line management, and assisting with recruitment, disciplinary matters, and grievance handling. Additionally, the officer will participate in developing and executing HR strategic plans and labour budgets to sustain the organization’s human resource needs.

Key Responsibilities for Senior Human Resource Officer Jobs in Lusaka

• Implement and enforce HR policies and procedures, ensuring accurate interpretation of employment conditions to line managers.
• Assist in managing recruitment and selection processes, including handling disciplinary cases and grievances within departments.
• Contribute to the formulation and execution of HR strategic, operational, and labour budgets/plans to support sustainable human resource management.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or a relevant Social Science discipline.
• Full membership with the Zambia Institute of Human Resource Management (ZIHRM) and a valid practicing licence for 2026.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in a reputable organization, with proven expertise in end-to-end human resource processes.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office suite is essential.

Desired Knowledge and Personal Attributes

• Strong understanding of employment laws and regulations, particularly the Employment Code Act No. 3 of 2019.
• Expertise in employment contract management and ability to interpret employment conditions to line managers.
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills, time management, and a strong ethical framework with high integrity.
• Attention to detail, ability to manage multiple tasks, achievement orientation, and capacity to work under pressure.
• Team player with a willingness to learn, self-motivated, innovative, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

Application Process

If you meet the qualifications and experience requirements, please submit your application as one (1) PDF document containing the following:

• Application letter
• Detailed curriculum vitae (CV)
• Certified copies of all academic qualifications, including Grade 12 certificates
• National Registration Card (NRC)

Send your application to careersagri@gmail.com no later than 8th May 2026 by close of business. Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

GBL encourages women to apply and is committed to equal opportunity employment.