Head, Human Resources and Admin at Fort Knox Outsourcing - 2 Openings

Fort Knox Outsourcing is an outsourcing organization. We are passionately curious about people and society. We deliver data and insights that make our complex world easier and faster to navigate and inspire our clients to make smarter decisions. By using innovative technologies and data science, Our Client turns big data into smart data, enabling its clients to improve their competitive edge.

Our culture and values speak to placing our customers as priority, working hard, teamwork and being passionate about what we do (and having fun in the process!). Our Company is full of ordinary people with extraordinary minds who desire to do extraordinary things!

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head, Human Resources and Admin

Locations: Abuja (FCT) and Benin - Edo
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Human Resources Desk
Level: Management Level
Relevant / Specific Industry experience: Consulting, Technology
Assignment Category: Regular, Full-time (based in Benin, Edo State - travel may be required).

Job Description

• The Head of Human Resources is a senior role and indeed - one of the most critical and strategic roles for Us as culture is the main driving force behind outstanding company performance.
• As the ‘owner’ of the company culture, the role requires someone who can see and internalize the organizational vision, be flexible with methodology, be focused on delivering a world class office/company culture and be genuinely concerned with the welfare of employees.
• As part of the management team, the role will be given requisite authority for restructuring relationships, growing, maintaining and streamlining the day-to-day management of general operations within the Firm.
• Reporting directly to the Managing Director – this role will deliver relevant HR strategies, policies, drive recruitment and establish a world-class performance management system.

Responsibilities
As Head of Human Resources, your responsibilities will be to:

• Formulate and implement an HR strategy that promotes the achievement of the firm’s business strategic objectives.
• Draw up the annual budget for all HR programs in line with the firm’s strategy.
• Develop and implement effective HR procedures and policies in all areas to reflect business aims. This includes policies relating to recruitment and selection, compensation, performance management, training and development, employee welfare, succession planning, retention, labor relations, etc.
• Implement all HR initiatives in line with the firm’s strategic and business objectives.
• Support corporate strategy formulation by identifying key HR issues; contribute information, analysis, and recommendations to guide strategic thinking and direction within the business.
• Support the corporate decision-making process by working closely with business leaders to provide HR advice, counsel, and relevant information.
• Coordinate change initiatives and ensure that employees are carried along to get their buy-in and support.
• Review and update the organizational design process and succession planning framework of the company in line with its corporate strategy.
• Coordinate all talent management activities and processes within the company, including talent acquisition, orientation, training and development, and performance management.
• Oversee the development of an effective manpower planning process in alignment with the firm’s corporate strategy.
• Implement the firm’s organizational structure to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Develop a strategic recruitment practice to ensure the talent needs of the organization are met in the short and long term.
• Oversee the onboarding and integration/induction process of new employees.
• Design and implement employee retention programs to lower turnover rates and maintain optimal headcount according to the manpower plan.
• Provide strategic direction for the development of the company’s employee value proposition and employer brand.
• Develop and implement the learning and development strategy of the organization in line with business objectives.
• Develop metrics to measure the return on training initiatives.
• Drive the deployment of the annual employee engagement survey, and develop action plans from responses to improve overall employee engagement and business performance.
• Design and implement a leadership framework and management development programs to ensure a future leadership pipeline for the company.
• Oversee and monitor the employee performance management system and cycle, maintaining a high-performance culture within the company.

Requirements
You’d be a good fit if you:

• Hold a minimum of a first Degree in Social Sciences, Humanities, Business Administration, or any relevant discipline.
• An MBA or master’s Degree in a related discipline is an added advantage.
• Certification: CIPM, PHRi, SPHRI
• Possess a minimum of 15 years of relevant experience (including demonstrable experience heading a team/department).
• Have a proven track record in developing and delivering a people-centric strategy in a senior HR role.
• Have a successful track record of using organizational development interventions to support change.
• Have up-to-date knowledge of employment law and modern HR practices.
• Possess excellent oral and written communication, presentation, and analytical skills.
• Show strong and demonstrable ability to use Microsoft Office suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Are a strong HR generalist, well-versed in all areas of the HR life cycle.
• Can demonstrate experience of leading the successful implementation of HR change projects across a broad scope.
• Are CIPM qualified or equivalent.

Why Us?
Because we hire the best people, we work hard to provide benefits to make their lives better, we offer a comprehensive benefits program which features:

• A competitive salary (N35,000,000 Annual Gross) in an exciting organization.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Monthly pension benefits.
• Group life insurance.
• A learning culture and an opportunity for growth and development.
• A fun and collaborative environment with driven team members.
• Work for an employee-focused company that is building a great culture.
• Paid time off, sick days, and holidays off.

Application Closing Date
28th February, 2025.