Regional HR Director, Africa Region

Description:  The Regional Human Resource Director reports directly to the Managing Director (MD) for the Africa Region and the Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO).  This position will function as the senior human resources leader for the Africa Region. The Regional Human Resources Director serves as a member of Africa Regional team and the Global Human Resource team to develop the organization strategy, key initiatives, business plans and direct all Human Resources programs to support overall business objectives in the region.  This position is located ideally in Nairobi, Kenya.The Regional Director ensures that the region can attract, develop and retain key talent to successfully carry out organization mission while adhering to our core Christian values.  The position provides advice and counsel to CEOs of the Implementing Members regarding organizational structure, work culture, performance management, compensation systems, and organizational development.  The Regional HR Director provides consultancy on Human Resources activities in the region to include: employee relations, compliance, staff planning, recruitment, training and development, human resource information systems compensation, and employee benefits.Working in a matrixed organization, the Director has a direct relationship with HR leaders in the region and in conjunction with the individual member CEOs, recruits, mentors, develops and challenges HR managers and other senior managers in the region.  The Regional Director also ensures that the HR leaders are developing their departments and organization to organizational standards.In coordination and consultation with the Regional MD and CHRO, establishes the strategic direction for Human Resources regionally; develops and implements human resource policies and procedures that support goals, ensuring compliance with (related countries) labor laws.Operates as an organizational leader and internal consultant to management in the identification, development, and implementation of human resource strategies for the regionManages the recruitment process (along with local HR leaders) for senior management positions in the region and works with HR leaders to forecast staffing needs and budgets.Counsels and coaches HR Leaders on employment-related issues; participate, (where needed) in the resolution of employee grievances.  Manage compliance and public communication for the region.Implements and maintains a talent assessment system to identify skill-gaps in potential leaders and recommend training and growth options as appropriate.Provides coaching to HR leaders and Member executives on personal and organizational growth and helps develop and implement succession plans.Working with Global Learning team, identifies leadership development programs to ensure all leaders and potential leaders have the necessary skills to succeed.Works closely with the HR leaders on identifying and implementing HR automation tools and takes an innovative approach to streamlining HR administration.  Responsible for the Human Resource Information System (HRIS) for the region.  Evaluates business initiatives to determine the appropriate organizational effectiveness interventions needed to meet organizational goals.Works with HR leaders and member executives to align performance management program and compensation strategy with key organizational goals.Acts as a change agent providing the support and mechanism to implement major changes to the operations of the business.Bachelor’s degree desired; Masters preferred in Human Resource Management, Psychology or related studies Ten or more years of progressive Human Resources experience with at least 5 years in a senior HR executive roleProven ability to develop and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with a wide spectrum of stakeholdersProficiency in utilizing/implementing HR technology and systems – HRIS, Applicant Management Systems, Computer Based Training systems, etc.A successful track record of managing multiple international locations in a matrix environmentStrong business knowledge and capability to assess HR implications of business prioritiesAbility to synthesize complex or diverse informationAbility to delegate, coach, develop and manage a diverse and geographically dispersed team Strong partnering, facilitating, influencing and negotiating skills. Ability to diplomatically work in a variety of cultural settings, with actual living and work experience in African countriesGood understanding of and commitment to the Opportunity International Network structure, mission, corporate values, and Christian motivation as expressed in the ability to incorporate the mission and values in the work area Has a passionate belief in the importance of Micro Enterprise Development and entrepreneurial development in general, as the most effective way to help the world’s poor transform their lives Flexibility and willingness to travel a minimum 50% of the time are critical

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