Regional Human Resources Manager, Africa

Regional Human Resources Manager, Africa
Regional Human Resources Manager, AfricaTracking Code302176-818Job Description
ChildFund International is seeking a Regional Human Resources Manager (RHM) for the Africa Region which supports 11 National Offices across the continent.  This is an exciting opportunity to fulfill a core function in a global and diverse organization.
The RHM is responsible for facilitation, implementation, delivery and proactive consultation of global human resources strategies and programs for the Africa region.  The RHM serves as a technical resource to the National Offices and is a liaison between ChildFund International headquarters and the Regional and National Offices for all matters related to Human Resources.  The RHM is a member of global Human Resources leadership team, as well as the Africa Regional leadership team.
Serving as a consultant, guide and leader for National Office HR staff, the HRM will review and recommend changes to NO HR policies and review local labor law changes, remuneration policies and recruitment strategies.  The RHM is a resource for NO leadership on employee relations issues, providing coaching and leadership or consultation on employee relations investigations.  S/he ensures comprehension and compliance with relevant internal and external policies, laws and regulations.  The HRM provides strategic and proactive input on organizational design, talent management and succession planning, among other areas.
As a liaison between National, Regional and Headquarters offices, the HRM communicates HR initiatives and programs and provides implementation support.  S/he is responsible for non-national staff contracting process including documentation, renewal, relocation resources and collaboration with Regional finance staff to ensure accurate payment and accrual of benefits and allowances.
Required Skills
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant work experience.
* 8 - 10 years of demonstrated human resource generalist experience in a multi-national/multi-cultural organization servicing multiple countries; combination of prior experience in for-profit and non-profit sectors. Prior experience in consulting, preferred
* Knowledge of domestic and international functional human resources areas (employee relations, organizational development, remuneration, HRIS), with a focus on policy and procedure implementation, project management and/or facilitation of programs.
* Demonstrated experience in facilitation of workshops/training programs.
* Cross-cultural experience derived from working in culturally diverse environments; prior experience living and working in an international community preferred.
* Pro-active learning, keeping abreast of current and changing HR trends and practices.
* Strong organizational skills, with ability to meet deadlines
* Strong critical thinking skills; sound reasoning based on standard human resources principles and practices.
* Ability to apply discretion and maintain confidential information.
* Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
* Strong communication, presentation and documentation skills.
* Significant travel requirements
ChildFund's staff is integral to achieving the organization's mission.  ChildFund International's mission is to help deprived, excluded and vulnerable children have the capacity to improve their lives and the opportunity to become young adults, parents and leaders who bring lasting and positive change to their communities.  We promote societies whose individuals and institutions value, protect and advance the worth of children.
Required Experience
The ChildFund International Africa Regional Office is located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.  The Regional HRM will ideally be located in this office, but can be located in another ChildFund National Office in Senegal, Liberia, Sierra Leone, The Gambia, Guinea, Zambia, Mozambique, Angola, Kenya or Uganda.Job LocationAddis Ababa, ETPosition TypeFull-Time/Regular

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