Key responsibilities and accountabilities:<\/p>\n
Performance Management and Productivity Leadership<\/p>\n
\tLead the design, governance, and continuous improvement of the enterprise performance management framework.
\n\tEnsure that corporate objectives cascade into departmental goals and individual performance targets.
\n\tOversee the performance management cycle including goal setting, reviews, calibration, and evaluation processes.
\n\tStrengthen leadership accountability through structured performance discussions and evidence-based decision making.
\n\tIntegrate performance outcomes into reward, promotion, succession planning, and workforce development decisions.
\n\tChampion the adoption of performance analytics and digital tools to support performance tracking and productivity monitoring.
\n\tAdvise executive leadership on workforce productivity trends and performance risks across the organization.<\/p>\n
Organizational Culture and Employee Engagement Leadership<\/p>\n
\tChampion the integration of organizational values into leadership behaviors and everyday decision making.
\n\tDesign and oversee employee engagement strategies that enhance employee experience and workplace trust.
\n\tLead enterprise employee-listening to mechanisms including engagement surveys, pulse surveys, and leadership feedback channels.
\n\tTranslate engagement insights into actionable initiatives that improve morale, productivity, and retention.
\n\tPartner with executive leaders to address cultural risks and strengthen a consistent organizational identity across teams.
\n\tProvide oversight on engagement improvement plans across departments and monitor progress toward agreed outcomes.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Strategic Reward and Recognition Frameworks<\/p>\n
\tDesign and govern reward and recognition frameworks that acknowledge employee contributions and reinforce organizational values.
\n\tAdvise senior leaders on reward practices that support retention of critical talent and motivate high performance.
\n\tReview internal compensation structures and benchmark practices against market trends.
\n\tEnsure transparency and consistency in recognition practices across the organization.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u00a0Leadership Coaching and Capability Development<\/p>\n
\tProvide executive coaching to leaders on performance management, employee engagement, and talent development.
\n\tBuild managerial capability in goal setting, feedback conversations, and development planning.
\n\tGuide leaders through complex performance management challenges and improvement processes.
\n\tPartner with learning and development teams to address organizational capability gaps.<\/p>\n
Multi-Country HR Operations Leadership<\/p>\n
\tOversee the delivery of core HR operational processes across assigned markets including recruitment coordination, onboarding, employee lifecycle management, and employee relations.
\n\tEnsure consistency in HR practices, policies, and procedures across countries while allowing necessary adaptation to local regulatory requirements.
\n\tProvide guidance to in-country HR teams and business leaders on operational HR matters and workforce challenges.
\n\tMonitor HR service delivery standards and ensure efficient execution of HR processes across all operating locations.
\n\tIdentify operational HR risks and implement corrective actions to maintain effective people management practices.<\/p>\n
Workforce Planning and Organizational Advisory<\/p>\n
\tPartner with country leadership to ensure workforce plans support operational and growth objectives.
\n\tProvide insight on staffing levels, capability needs, and organizational structure improvements.
\n\tSupport leaders in identifying talent gaps and workforce development priorities.
\n\tGuide leadership teams on managing workforce transitions, restructuring initiatives, or role realignments.<\/p>\n
HR Governance, Compliance and Risk Management<\/p>\n
\tProvide oversight on compliance with local employment legislation across all countries of operation.
\n\tEnsure the consistent application of HR policies, disciplinary procedures, and employee relations frameworks across markets.
\n\tWork closely with legal and compliance teams to address employment risks and regulatory changes.
\n\tMaintain strong governance practices in areas such as employee documentation, contracts, and HR record management.
\n\tProvide leadership guidance during sensitive employee relations matters or workplace disputes.<\/p>\n
Requirements<\/p>\n
Academic & Professional Qualifications\u00a0<\/p>\n
\tBachelor\u2019s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Industrial Psychology, or a related field. MBA on a business-related course is an added advantage.
\n\tMandatory professional qualification: CHRP \/ IHRM Higher Diploma \/ SHRM \/ CIPD or equivalent
\n\tMinimum\u00a08\u201310 years\u00a0progressive HR experience, with at least\u00a03-\u00a05 years\u00a0as a Performance Specialist.
\n\tExperience working in multi-country, fast-growing, or emerging market environments is a strong advantage.
\n\tExposure to HR transformation, performance systems, organizational design, and HR technology is an added advantage.<\/p>\n
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