Gabiro Agribusiness Hub Ltd (GAH Ltd) is a flagship agribusiness enterprise established through a strategic partnership between the Government of Rwanda and Netafim Ltd, a global leader in precision irrigation solutions. Located in Nyagatare District, GAH Ltd is at the forefront of transforming Rwanda’s agricultural sector through large-scale irrigated farming, modern agribusiness infrastructure, and climate-smart agriculture.

The Hub was established to drive agricultural commercialization, enhance food security, promote technology-driven farming, and attract private sector investment into high-value agriculture. Through its integrated irrigation infrastructure and modern farming ecosystem, GAH Ltd aims to position Rwanda as a regional model for sustainable and productive agribusiness development.

As the organization continues to transition into full-scale operations and expand its impact, GAH Ltd is seeking a dynamic, innovative, and forward-thinking HR Specialist to support the development of a high-performing, professional, and people-centered institution.

About the position

The Human Resources Specialist will play a key role in supporting the growth and institutional development of GAH Ltd by strengthening human resource systems, promoting a positive organizational culture, and driving effective talent management practices within a dynamic and fast-evolving environment.

The successful candidate will support the organization in attracting, developing, and retaining high-performing talent while ensuring that HR policies, processes, and practices align with the company’s strategic objectives and operational needs.

This position is ideal for a proactive, adaptable, and solutions-oriented HR professional who thrives in fast-paced and performance-driven environments and is passionate about people development, organizational effectiveness, and building sustainable systems that support long-term institutional growth.

Responsibilities or duties

1. Talent acquisition & Workforce planning

• Lead end-to-end recruitment processes, including job postings, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Design and implement innovative strategies to attract and retain high-quality talent.
• Collaborate with department heads to anticipate staffing needs and build a strong talent pipeline.

2. Employee relations & Culture development

• Serve as a link between management and employees, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Address employee concerns, manage grievances, and support conflict resolution.
• Champion a strong organizational culture anchored in accountability, collaboration, and performance.

3. Performance management

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve performance management systems.
• Support managers in setting KPIs, conducting performance appraisals, and managing underperformance.
• Promote a results-driven culture through continuous feedback and employee engagement.

4. Learning & development

• Identify training needs and organize professional development programs.
• Support career development initiatives and succession planning.
• Encourage continuous learning aligned with organizational goals.

5. HR policies, compliance & administration

• Develop, review, and implement HR policies and procedures in line with Rwanda labor laws and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate HR records and documentation.

6. Compensation & benefits

• Support the administration of employee compensation and benefits programs.
• Ensure competitiveness, fairness, and alignment with organizational objectives.

7. HR analytics & Strategic support

• Track, analyze, and report on HR metrics to inform decision-making.
• Provide insights on workforce trends, retention, and performance.
• Support leadership in aligning HR strategies with broader organizational goals.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive HR experience in a startup or fast-paced private sector environment.
• Proven experience in recruitment, employee relations, and performance management.
• Demonstrated ability to build organizational culture and implement HR systems.

Key competencies

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution abilities.
• High level of adaptability and problem-solving capability.
• Strong understanding of Rwanda labor laws and HR best practices.
• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret HR data and metrics.
• Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on in a dynamic environment.

What we are looking for

We are looking for a creative, energetic, and impact-driven HR professional who:

• Thrives in building systems from the ground up.
• Is passionate about shaping organizational culture and empowering people.
• Can balance structure with flexibility in a growing organization.

• Lead end-to-end recruitment processes, including job postings, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Design and implement innovative strategies to attract and retain high-quality talent.
• Collaborate with department heads to anticipate staffing needs and build a strong talent pipeline.
• Serve as a link between management and employees, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Address employee concerns, manage grievances, and support conflict resolution.
• Champion a strong organizational culture anchored in accountability, collaboration, and performance.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve performance management systems.
• Support managers in setting KPIs, conducting performance appraisals, and managing underperformance.
• Promote a results-driven culture through continuous feedback and employee engagement.
• Identify training needs and organize professional development programs.
• Support career development initiatives and succession planning.
• Encourage continuous learning aligned with organizational goals.
• Develop, review, and implement HR policies and procedures in line with Rwanda labor laws and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate HR records and documentation.
• Support the administration of employee compensation and benefits programs.
• Ensure competitiveness, fairness, and alignment with organizational objectives.
• Track, analyze, and report on HR metrics to inform decision-making.
• Provide insights on workforce trends, retention, and performance.
• Support leadership in aligning HR strategies with broader organizational goals.

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution abilities.
• High level of adaptability and problem-solving capability.
• Strong understanding of Rwanda labor laws and HR best practices.
• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret HR data and metrics.
• Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on in a dynamic environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive HR experience in a startup or fast-paced private sector environment.
• Proven experience in recruitment, employee relations, and performance management.
• Demonstrated ability to build organizational culture and implement HR systems.