Human Capital Manager West Africa

Purpose of the Job

To manage, direct and develop strategies, policies, procedures and practices in line with best practice and group requirements in human resources, administration, community and industrial relations to ensure the achievement of corporate goals and objectives for sustained business operations and growth within the region.

To coordinate, manage and develop community relations and corporate social responsibility strategies, policies and practices in line with group requirements and best practice to increase goodwill and demonstrate the core values of the company within the communities and regions where the company operates.

Role and Responsibilities

• To manage, direct and develop efficiently the HR and administration function including but not limited to policies relating to recruitment, expatriate contracts and permits, retention, job performance, etc. to ensure best practices and alignment with group requirements.
• To manage, direct and develop appropriate remuneration practices/standards including medical and retirement benefits, and reward and recognition to ensure best practices and compatibility with group requirements.
• To manage, direct and develop performance management, training and development practices in line with career development and succession plans to ensure availability of core skills for business growth.
• To undertake benchmarking within country/region to advise/guide senior management to ensure best practices in HR service delivery.
• To manage, direct and develop the industrial/labour relations between the Company and the relevant Unions including salary and benefits negotiations to ensure a harmonious work environment to facilitate continuous production.
• To ensure good governance and effective controls are implemented in the available Human Resource and Payroll Information Systems / technology.
• To advise, coach and guide senior management and supervisors in the application of industrial relations and HR standards and practices at the workplace to ensure a highly motivated and disciplined workforce within country/region.
• To manage, direct and develop effective relations with key public and private stakeholders to ensure effective execution of function.
• To manage and co-ordinate all Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) projects within country/region to ensure the maintenance of goodwill and collaboration within catchment communities and in keeping with best practice.
• To ensure compliance with in-country legislation in all dimensions of function in order to reduce risks and liabilities to Company.
• Produce relevant management reports on key areas as required.
• To participate in and assist with all internal and external audit activities that are relevant to HR and ensure the closure of actions.
• To assist in budgeting process and efficiently manage cost in functional area as required to ensure optimum growth and margins.
• To manage, lead and develop direct reports to ensure career growth and development and the delivery of professional HR and administration services across the Company in line with best practice.

Knowledge and experience

• Minimum of university degree in relevant discipline (Business Administration, HR Management, Social Sciences/Arts) or equivalent

• Minimum of 5 years HR experience in the mining, explosives or manufacturing industry with relevant middle-level management experience 
• Professional qualification/training in Human Resource management
• In-depth understanding of HR and IR concepts
• In-depth understanding of stakeholder management concepts/skills
• In-depth working knowledge of existing local legislation on labour/industrial relations and employment, occupational health and safety, workmen compensation, pension and benefits, mining and explosives industry
• Budgeting and Financial Management skills
• Coaching/Supervisory/Mentoring skills
• Report writing and spreadsheet skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent Negotiation Skills
• Inter-personal/ diplomatic skills
• Able to present and interpret high-level HR data/information

Competencies

• Critical thinking and problem-solving
• Good business acumen
• Resilience and adaptability
• High attention to detail
• Emotional intelligence
• Results orientation

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