Ecobank Rwanda Plc.
P.O. BOX: 3268 Kigali – Rwanda
External recruitment Advert
Job Vacancy: Country Head Human Resources
Opening date: 09 December 2020
Closing date: 23 December 2020
About Ecobank Rwanda Plc
Ecobank Rwanda Plc is a full-service bank that joined the Rwandan market in 2007 with the aim of providing a broad range of products and Services to Consumer, Commercial, and Corporates business segments.
The bank’s vision is to build a world-class bank and contribute to the economic development and financial integration of Rwanda and the region by providing customers with convenient and reliable financial products and services.
Ecobank Rwanda Plc is an affiliate under Ecobank Group and operates in Central East and Southern African (CESA) region.
In order to respond to our growing market with the required human capital, we are currently looking for an experienced professional in the following area
Role Title: Country Head of Human Resources
Reporting: Directly to Country Managing Director
Functionally to Cluster Head, Human Resources
JOB PURPOSE:
The Country Head, Human Resources is responsible for ensuring that HR programs and initiatives are effective, efficient, and aligned to overall business objectives at the country level.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Business/Leadership
- Contribute to the business strategy of Ecobank by helping identify, prioritize, and build organizational capabilities, behaviors, structures, and processes
- Support line management in forecasting and planning the talent pipeline requirements in line with the country strategy
- As part of the senior management team, build a high-performing organization aligned with the strategic leadership agenda
- Provide clear leadership by demonstrating an understanding of business trends and needs
Management/Operational
- Provide information and assistance to other functional Country Heads in managing HR processes
- Work closely with functional HR Managers to implement best practices in Recruitment, Talent Management and Compensation & Benefits in the Country
- Provide Cluster Head of HR with all HR related reports for the country
- Manage specific projects as determined in the annual HR operational plan as well as participate in functional and cross-functional initiatives
- Develop and promote feedback mechanisms for senior management and employees to influence the continuous improvement of HR services and processes
- Implement HR policies and reward strategy to ensure that all reward decisions are fair and objective
Relationship
- Provide expert advice and coaching to senior management and employees where appropriate
- Understand employee opinions and anticipate their needs and concerns
- Maintain close contact with the Cluster HR Head to work in synchronization with other business units across the bank
Innovation
- Review and benchmark the internal and external environment to improve the HR policies and initiatives to enhance overall business performance.
- Identify and drive the communication and sharing of learning across functions to facilitate continuous improvement
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS & EXPERIENCE:
Education
- Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in HR Management, Economics, Law, Finance related fields of study
Experience
- At least 5-7 years of experience, ideally in a generalist HR function in a large and dynamic multinational environment
- At least 3 years’ experience in a managerial role
- Prior experience in banking/financial services preferred
- Proven experience working effectively with HR business partners and business leaders
Specific job skills
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Proven client management skills
- Strong business acumen
- Proven ability to develop value-add partnerships with senior-level management
- Interpersonal skills to influence, engage, inspire and build credibility
- Interview skills
- Team player
- Energy, drive, and ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
Personal Attributes
- Passion for Results
- Driving Execution
- Customer Focus
- Compelling Communication
- Emotional Intelligence
- Business Savvy
- Relating and Networking
- Persuading and Influencing
Ecobank Rwanda Plc is an equal opportunities company and females’ candidates are encouraged to apply, If your career aspirations match this exciting opportunity, please write in confidence quoting the position on the subject matter
How to apply: Interested candidates should send their application file (CV, Academic certificate, and cover letter)by using the ” Apply for this job“ button not later than 23 December 2020.
Only those who strictly meet the criteria should apply for this position
Due to the expected high volume of applications, we cannot respond to all applications and will only be contacting shortlisted applicants.
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