Human Resources Assistant

Rijk Zwaan is active worldwide as a vegetable breeding company that focuses on the development of high-quality vegetable varieties for professional growers. Mutual respect, a strong sense of responsibility and a high degree of employee involvement are the important starting points for our company. In Tanzania, Rijk Zwaan is active in seed production and breeding support (Rijk Zwaan Q-Sem, in Tengeru Arusha) and in breeding and product development (Rijk Zwaan Afrisem, in USA River, Arusha). Currently we have about 500 employees and as we continue to grow, we have the following vacancy for dedicated diligent Tanzanians:

Reports to:        Chief Operations Manager          

Job Summary:   The Human resource assistant will help to compile and maintain employee records for our company. Typically aid with the daily administrative operations of the human resource department and interact with employees, management and other business associates.

Job Location: Based, Arusha.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

What do you bring?

You are independent, with high integrity, confidentiality and good business ethics and know how to set priorities and work accurately. You enjoy arranging, organizing and helping others, while creating and maintaining an overview. Since your own input is valued, you like to think proactively and identify opportunities to increase efficiency. You are flexible. Due to the many different contacts, you have strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing.

In addition, we expect the following:

• Bachelor’s degree of Human Resources Management or Public Administration
  
• 2 - 3 years of working experience in Human resources Management
  

• Good command of the Swahili and English language, both spoken and written
  
• Good computer literacy (MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint)
  

·       Flexible and mature approach with the ability to work unsupervised

·       Capable of handling sensitive and confidential information

·       Reliable, honest, and trustworthy

·       Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

·       Excellent time management skills

·       Strong attention to detail

·       Team player

What can you expect from us?

In addition to a dynamic working environment in which your own initiatives are valued, we would like to offer you:

• A permanent contract for 40 hours per week (including a probation period of 6 months)
  
• Competitive salary based on job level and experience.
  
• Various training opportunities through our Rijk Zwaan Academy.
  
• Good work-life balance
  

Background check: A full background check is part of the procedure.

How to Apply:

If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application letter with a detailed CV attached with relevant academic certificates on or before 12th June 2025 with the subject “Human Resources Assistant” to [email protected] or submit your application via the following address.

Human Resource Department,

Rijk Zwaan Q-Sem Ltd,

P. O. Box 12345,

Arusha, Tanzania. 

We will consider your application carefully, which may take some time. Only shortlisted candidates will hear from us as soon as possible.

Rijk Zwaan is an equal opportunity company, everyone is encouraged to apply.