OnePower Lesotho (1PWR) is seeking an individual with experience in Human Resource
Management to play an integral role in organizational operation as the company continues to
grow at a very fast pace. OnePower Lesotho, a startup Independent Power Producer (IPP),
has been selected as the preferred developer of a 20MW solar PV power plant in Lesotho
(the first in the country), is currently operating renewable energy minigrids at 7 locations
across Lesotho, and is starting construction on 10 community minigrids in late 2021. The
HR Lead will be responsible for all HR functions, will report directly to C-Level of the
company, and will have the opportunity to interface with a diverse team working in Maseru
and at field sites across Lesotho.

Responsibilities of the Human Resources Lead include but are not limited to:
Managing the staffing process, including recruiting and interviewing; interfacing with
managers and thrust leads for new hire processes

• Completing employee onboarding, including creation of contracts, distribution of
  policies, benefits enrollment, etc.
  Conducting new employee orientations and staff trainings as needed.
• Managing pay roll records; ensuring an up-to-date internal market survey on
  competitive compensation levels
• Managing all paid, sick, and other leave records; interfacing with employees and
  managers to ensure complete and correct records
• Administering various employee benefits programs including medial aid and pension
  funds; investigating and recommending improvements to benefits programs
• Managing liability/worker’s compensation insurance claims
• Identifying and clarifying employee issues; suggesting solutions to management;
  implementing solutions as agreed upon with management
• Reviewing and recommending policy and procedure updates to maintain compliance
  with Lesotho Law
• Ensuring job descriptions are up to date and compliant with all regulations
• Developing training materials and performance management programs to help
  ensure employees understand their job responsibilities
• Creating internal reports as requested by management and/or required by sponsors,
  investors, or Lesotho Law
• Maintaining confidentiality for HR related issues
• Learning and using collaborative and organizational tools and techniques such as
  ToDoList, Whatsapp, etc.

Required skills and experience:

• Minimum 5 years work experience demonstrating deep experience with HR
  management
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Sesotho
• Strong skills using Microsoft Office (word processing, presentations, data processing)
  software, including professional document formatting
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field preferred

Target start date: Immediately. Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis.
To apply:
Email cover letter and CV (including detailed previous job experience, educational
background, and a minimum of two references) to jobs@1pwrafrica.com. Please include
certified copies of national ID, certified copies of all transcripts and certifications for any
relevant educational experience