Head, HR & Talent Management
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- Accra
- Permanent
- Full-time
This is a senior management position and is responsible for all aspects of HR function of the company and subsidiaries/units. The position is responsible for all HR matters.Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Collaborate with senior leadership to understand organization goals, staffing needs, including recruitment retention, training, and talent development.
- Plans, leads, develops, coordinates, and implements policies, processes, training, initiatives, and surveys to support the organizations human resource compliance and strategy needs.
- Administers or oversees the administration of human resource programs including, but not limited to, compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance, talent management and development productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety.
- Identifies staffing and recruiting needs; develops and executes best practices for hiring.
- Monitors and ensures the organizations compliance with applicable Labour law regulations.
- Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law; applies this knowledge to communicate changes in policy, practice, and resources.
- Develops manages and maintains department budget.
- Facilitates professional development, training, and certification activities for HR staff.
- Ensure all meetings are held per company calendar.
- Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, half year and annual reports to the deputy CEO in a timely manner in accordance with company calendar.
- Degree in Human Resource or equivalent in Business Administration, Management Studies, or equivalent relevant field
- Second degree in Business Management, Human Resource Management, or a closely related field preferred
- Membership in a relevant professional body (IHRMP, PHR, SHRM, SPHR, CIPD) is preferred
- A minimum of 8 years in an HR managerial role within a corporate setting
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential materials and matters with discretion and tact
- High standards of personal integrity and adherence to professional and ethical standards
- Must be objective and firm.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
- Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
- Thorough knowledge of labour law and regulations.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Committed to working non-traditional hours, nights, and weekends.
- Willingness to travel short notice.
- An innovative approach and high energy levels
- Enthusiastic and action oriented
- Living our Purpose - Acts as a role model and inspires others to embrace and live our purpose and values.
- Influence - Builds deep relationships across a diverse network and uses a flexible influencing style to gain buy-in and drive impact.
- Performance drive - Creates opportunities to drive impact; anticipates member firm/stakeholder needs and delivers superior results by leveraging each person's strengths to build high-performing teams across businesses and borders.
- Strategic direction - Translates broader strategy into a compelling team vision and goals; aligns the team and sets priorities to achieve objectives.
- Talent development - Actively contributes to building the talent pipeline; creates a talent experience that attracts, develops and retains top talent and high-performing teams.
- Inspirational Leadership - Establishes a strong leadership brand and inspires followership through passion, integrity, and appreciation of others.
- Expert in field with excellent industry and business knowledge.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Ability to interpret, communicate and implement strategy.
- Demonstrated execution of complex projects within timeframes and cost.
- Experienced in development and delivery of professional presentations.
- Excellent report writing skills
- Solid financial knowledge
- Excellent mentorship and coaching ability with desire to develop self and others.
- Strong client delivery focus.