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Human Resources Director at Talent

Talent Addis Ababa

Role description

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Human Resources Director to lead the organization’s Human Resources and Administration functions. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the HR Director will develop and execute people strategies that support business growth, organizational effectiveness, and a high-performance culture. The successful candidate will provide executive leadership in talent acquisition, organizational development, employee engagement, performance management, leadership development, compensation and benefits, HR compliance, and workforce planning while ensuring alignment with the organization’s strategic objectives. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement the organization’s HR strategy aligned with business objectives. Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on all people-related matters. Lead workforce planning and organizational design initiatives. Develop and oversee talent acquisition and employer branding strategies. Drive succession planning and leadership development programs. Lead the organization’s performance management framework. Develop learning and development strategies to build organizational capability. Foster a positive workplace culture and employee engagement. Oversee employee relations, disciplinary processes, and conflict resolution. Develop competitive compensation and benefits strategies. Ensure compliance with Ethiopian Labour Law and other applicable regulations. Lead HR budgeting, workforce planning, and HR analytics. Oversee HR systems and continuous process improvement initiatives. Manage the HR and Administration team and build leadership capability across the organization. Develop and maintain effective relationships with government institutions and external stakeholders. About You Requirements Education Master’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Management, Organizational Development, Industrial Psychology, or a related field. Experience Minimum 10 years of progressive Human Resources experience. At least 5 years in a senior HR leadership role such as HR Director, Head of HR, or HR Manager. Experience in manufacturing, FMCG, agribusiness, or industrial organizations is highly preferred. Technical Competencies Strategic Human Resource Management Organizational Development Talent Acquisition Performance Management Compensation and Benefits Employee Relations Change Management HR Analytics HRIS/ERP Systems Ethiopian Labour Law and Employment Regulations Personal Competencies Strategic thinking Executive leadership Business acumen Strong communication and interpersonal skills Coaching and mentoring Problem-solving and decision-making Integrity and professionalism Results-oriented mindset