Ericsson Nigeria Recruits HR Business Partner - Managed Services

Ericsson Nigeria - With operations in 45 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa and a staff complement of approximately 2 300, Ericsson is the largest global telecommunications vendor that is innovating, developing and improving the lives of people, business and society. We supply and service all major African operators, with market leadership in Mobile Broadband, Communication Services, Fixed Broadband Convergence, Operations and Business Support Systems. We also boast the largest MS community in the world and are the technology leaders in both Television and Media Management and the Service Enabling Area.

Ericsson is looking for a strategic HR Business Partner to be the HR leader of the Managed Services organization.

Job Title: HR Business Partner - Managed Services
Ref No: RSSA-00081312

Job Description
Ericsson is looking for a strategic HR Business Partner to be the HR leader of the Managed Services organization. The HR BP Managed Services will support the RSSA Head of MS with existing MS operations and also support with Due Diligence on new MS opportunities. Main customers with be the RSSA Head MS and central team, MSCOOs and country management teams for Airtel.
You will be required to translate business objectives into a set of strategic HR initiatives and actions, which fully align with the company’s Group People Strategy and contribute to business growth, profitability and high levels of employee engagement. This will be accomplished through close partnership with the unit’s leadership team, developing a deep understanding of the business, and its strategic objectives, and by leveraging the full breadth of the Global HR function. In addition, you will be expected to provide functional leadership & expertise to your business on the company’s global HR processes, programs and policies. You will also be accountable to influence the global HR function leading to more effective business solutions.

The role is based in Dakar, Lagos or Accra reporting to the Head of HR RSSA.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the business strategy by helping business leaders to identify, prioritize, and build organizational capabilities, behaviors, structures, and processes
• Develop the Workforce Strategy in support of the Business Strategy and support line managers in forecasting and planning their talent pipeline requirements
• Describe the key competencies needed to support the business and ensure the appropriate training and development is available to meet the business needs
• Facilitate long-term initiatives aligned with the business strategic agenda
• Provide expert advice and coaching to senior leaders and managers when appropriate
• Understand employee opinions and anticipate their needs and concerns
• Identify and drive the communication and sharing of best practices across the regions to facilitate continuous improvement
• Act as a liaison between the line and HR to ensure that HR services are aligned with internal client needs
• Identify new opportunities where HR can add value to the business
• Maintain knowledge of progressive HR practices and key trends
• Ensure that a strong leadership and coaching culture permeates the organization
• Manage specific projects as determined in the annual HR operational plan and participate in functional and cross-functional initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, HR management, or related field
• Graduate degree preferred
• 10 - 12 years’ experience in Human Resources
• Minimum of 3 years experience in the telecommunication/ICT industry mandatory
• Documented experience with handling managed services / mergers and acquisitions in an ICT environment
• Substantial business acumen
• Clear, comprehensive understanding of the link between HR and business strategy
• Ability to develop and deliver relevant, effective training programs to targeted audiences
• Ability to engage, inspires, and influence people
• Effective team player
• Strong ability to lead global teams on a virtual basis and drive influence in a matrixed organization
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills
• Significant knowledge of HR policies and processes (e.g., workforce planning and talent management)

Application Deadline
27th April, 2013

Method of Applicatiion
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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