Manager of People & Culture

Contemporary, relaxed and imaginative. Be it a leisurely family break or romantic escape, AVANI Hotels & Resorts provides the right space for guests who value the details that matter.

At Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino, we believe our people are the heart of everything we do. As part of Minor Hotels, a global hospitality group with a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences, we are looking for a dynamic Manager of People & Culture to lead our people strategy and help shape an engaging and high-performance culture.

This role is ideal for an experienced HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment and enjoys partnering with leaders to build strong teams, develop talent, and create a positive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the People & Culture function for Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino, ensuring alignment with Minor Hotels’ regional and global people strategies.
• Provide strategic and operational HR leadership across all departments.
• Drive initiatives that promote employee engagement, performance, and talent development.
• Partner with department heads to support recruitment, workforce planning, and succession development.
• Ensure compliance with Namibian labour legislation, company policies, and best HR practices.
• Support managers with performance management, employee relations, and coaching.
• Champion the Avani culture and ensure a positive employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Lead payroll inputs, benefits administration, and HR reporting where required.
• Promote strong communication, teamwork, and accountability across the hotel.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or diploma in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ HR experience, preferably within the hospitality industry.
• Proven experience in employee relations, talent management, and HR operations.
• Strong knowledge of Namibian labour legislation and HR best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• A hands-on approach with the ability to balance strategic thinking and operational execution.
• Experience working with HR systems and reporting tools will be advantageous.

• Degree or diploma in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ HR experience, preferably within the hospitality industry.
• Proven experience in employee relations, talent management, and HR operations.
• Strong knowledge of Namibian labour legislation and HR best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• A hands-on approach with the ability to balance strategic thinking and operational execution.
• Experience working with HR systems and reporting tools will be advantageous.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to be part of an international hospitality group.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for career growth and development within Minor Hotels.
• The chance to shape a people-focused culture at one of Windhoek’s leading hotels.