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People & Culture Associate Business Partner

Mogo Uganda

Uganda Full time Administration
Posted: Jul 24, 2026 1 week ago Deadline: Aug 05, 2026 24 views

Job Description

 

People & Culture Associate Business Partner – Mogo

Company: Mogo
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Finance
Category: Human Resources | Business Operations | Management
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Deadline: Wednesday, 5 August 2026

About Mogo

Mogo is a financial services company focused on providing innovative financing solutions and improving access to financial services. The organization values people development, employee engagement, and a strong performance-driven culture.
Mogo is seeking a People & Culture Associate Business Partner to support business leaders in delivering effective human resource solutions that improve employee experience, engagement, retention, and organizational performance.

Job Summary

The People & Culture Associate Business Partner will work closely with managers and business leaders to provide strategic and operational HR support.
The role will focus on:
  • HR analytics and reporting.
  • Employee relations.
  • Recruitment support.
  • Performance management.
  • Employee engagement.
  • Leave management.
  • Building a positive workplace culture.
The successful candidate should have strong HR knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to use data and insights to improve people practices.

Key Responsibilities

1. HR Data, Metrics & Insights
  • Collect, analyse, and present monthly HR reports.
  • Monitor employee trends including:
    • Engagement levels.
    • Retention rates.
    • Employee movements.
    • Workforce risks.
  • Maintain HR trackers and workforce planning tools.
  • Provide recommendations based on HR data.
  • Support Heads of Departments with people-related insights.

2. Performance Management

  • Support implementation of performance management processes.
  • Guide managers on performance improvement plans.
  • Conduct regular performance check-ins with department heads.
  • Document performance discussions and agreed actions.
  • Track employee performance trends and improvement initiatives.
  • Support managers in addressing performance challenges.

3. Recruitment and Talent Management

  • Provide weekly recruitment updates.
  • Support recruitment planning and hiring activities.
  • Maintain candidate pipelines for key positions.
  • Coordinate recruitment partnerships.
  • Improve recruitment processes and candidate experience.
  • Support talent acquisition strategies.

4. Employee Relations & Disciplinary Management

  • Manage employee relations cases professionally.
  • Support disciplinary processes according to company policies.
  • Provide guidance on workplace issues and conflict resolution.
  • Conduct employee engagement activities including:
    • Town hall meetings.
    • Employee feedback sessions.
    • Branch engagements.
  • Gather employee feedback and implement improvement actions.
  • Support initiatives aimed at improving employee retention.

5. Leave Management

  • Review and approve leave requests within required timelines.
  • Maintain accurate employee leave records.
  • Identify policy compliance issues.
  • Prepare monthly leave reports.
  • Ensure proper leave administration.

6. Stakeholder Engagement

  • Build strong relationships with:
    • Heads of Departments.
    • Managers.
    • Supervisors.
    • Employees.
  • Provide reliable HR guidance and support.
  • Follow up on agreed HR actions.
  • Support business leaders in achieving organizational goals.

7. People & Culture Excellence

  • Promote company values and positive workplace culture.
  • Handle sensitive employee matters with confidentiality.
  • Demonstrate professionalism and accountability.
  • Support initiatives that improve employee satisfaction and productivity.

Required Qualifications

Applicants should have:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in:
    • Human Resource Management.
    • Business Administration.
    • Industrial and Organizational Psychology.
    • Related field.
A professional HR qualification is an added advantage.

Required Experience

Candidates should have:
  • 3–5 years of experience in:
    • Human Resources.
    • HR Business Partnering.
    • Employee Relations.
    • Performance Management.
    • HR Operations.
Experience in HR analytics, reporting, and stakeholder engagement is preferred.

Required Skills and Competencies

HR Management Skills
Strong understanding of:
  • Employee relations.
  • Recruitment.
  • Performance management.
  • HR policies and procedures.
Data Analysis Skills
Ability to:
  • Analyse HR metrics.
  • Prepare reports.
  • Identify workforce trends.
  • Recommend solutions.
Communication Skills
Excellent ability to:
  • Engage employees and managers.
  • Handle sensitive conversations.
  • Provide professional HR guidance.
Stakeholder Management
Ability to:
  • Influence leaders.
  • Build trust.
  • Support business decisions.
Confidentiality and Integrity
Ability to handle employee information with:
  • Professionalism.
  • Confidentiality.
  • Accountability.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

AreaWeightHR Data, Metrics & Insights | 15%
Performance Management | 20%
Recruitment Process | 15%
Employee Relations & Disciplinary Management | 20%
Behavioral Excellence | 10%
Leave Management | 10%
Company Values | 10%

Working Relationships

The role will work closely with:
  • Heads of Departments.
  • Line Managers.
  • Supervisors.
  • Employees.
  • People & Culture Leadership Team.
  • Recruitment and Business Support Teams.

Salary and Benefits

The successful candidate will receive:
  • Monthly salary.
  • Medical insurance.
  • Airtime allowance.

Career Growth Opportunities

This role can progress into:
  • Senior HR Business Partner.
  • People & Culture Manager.
  • HR Manager.
  • Head of Human Resources.
  • Talent Management Specialist.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications through the official application link.
Deadline: Wednesday, 5 August 2026

Interview Preparation – Possible Questions and Answers

1. Tell us about yourself.
Answer Guide:
I am an HR professional with experience supporting employee relations, recruitment, performance management, and HR operations. I have strong analytical skills and enjoy helping organizations build productive and engaged teams.
2. What is the role of an HR Business Partner?
Answer Guide:
An HR Business Partner works closely with business leaders to align people strategies with organizational goals. The role involves supporting managers, improving employee performance, managing workplace issues, and using HR data to make better decisions.
3. How would you handle an employee disciplinary case?
Answer Guide:
I would ensure the process follows company policies, gather facts objectively, maintain confidentiality, give all parties an opportunity to be heard, document proceedings, and recommend appropriate action.
4. How can HR improve employee retention?
Answer Guide:
HR can improve retention through effective onboarding, employee engagement, competitive benefits, career development opportunities, recognition programs, regular feedback, and addressing workplace concerns early.
5. What HR metrics are important to monitor?
Answer Guide:
Important HR metrics include employee turnover, retention rate, absenteeism, recruitment timelines, performance trends, engagement scores, training effectiveness, and employee satisfaction levels.



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Job Overview

  • Job Type: Full time
  • Experience Level: Intermediate
  • Education Level: Bachelors
  • Vacancies: 1
  • Category: Administration
  • Location: Uganda
  • Application: External Website

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