People and Culture Manager

Job Title: People and Culture Manager Location: Kigali, Rwanda Reports to: CEO Company: SOUK Farms Deadline To Apply: 17th April 2026 About SOUK Farms SOUK Farms is Rwanda’s leading grower and exporter of premium horticultural produce. With extensive farming operations, and a growing network of over 1,000 Outgrowers, we are committed to delivering world-class quality to both local and international markets. Position Summary We are looking for a dynamic and experienced People and Culture Manager to lead and professionalize our human resources function. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in driving a high-performance culture across the organization, ensuring accountability, and supporting our team as we scale. A strong background in performance management, policy implementation, compliance, and team development is essential. Key Responsibilities Performance Management and Accountability Design, implement, and continuously improve the company’s performance management system Lead quarterly and annual performance appraisal cycles Support line managers in setting clear KPIs and goals for their teams Drive consequence management processes in line with company policy Monitor follow-through of performance improvement plans (PIPs) HR Policy and Compliance Review, update, and enforce HR policies and procedures across all sites Ensure compliance with labor laws and internal guidelines Conduct regular HR audits to identify risks and ensure standards are upheld Recruitment and Onboarding Lead the recruitment process for key roles across departments Develop a strong talent pipeline in line with SOUK’s growth strategy Oversee effective onboarding of new hires to ensure smooth integration Staff Welfare and Employee Relations Serve as the point of contact for employee grievances, conflict resolution, and disciplinary matters Build positive employee relations and champion a values-driven culture Design and manage staff welfare programs, team-building activities, and employee engagement initiatives Training and Development Conduct regular training needs assessments in collaboration with department heads Roll out learning and development initiatives to strengthen leadership and technical capacity Build management capabilities around team supervision and people development HR Administration and Reporting Maintain accurate HR records, staff files, and compliance documents Provide regular reports to management on workforce trends, turnover, and key HR metrics Lead digitalization of HR processes and systems where relevant Qualifications and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field; HR certification is a strong advantage Minimum of 7 years of progressive HR experience , with at least 3 years in a senior HR role , preferably in the agriculture, manufacturing, or FMCG sector Proven expertise in performance management systems, employee relations, and policy implementation Strong leadership, communication,