We are looking for a Young HR leader to head the Human Resources function for a large steel manufacturing organization with ongoing and upcoming plant expansions.
The role is strategic and operational, responsible for building scalable HR systems, managing HR Operations, and driving cultural transformation & Change Management
This is a position based in Africa in the Ethiopian - Adis Ababa (Adis Ababa is home to thousands of Indian Professionals)
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end HR function including HR Strategy, HR Operations, Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Compensation & Benefits, Policies, Administration and Compliance
- Design and execute HR strategy aligned with greenfield plant setup, capacity expansion, and long-term growth plans
- Drive culture transformation and change management initiatives, especially in manufacturing and shop-floor environments
- Partner with leadership to build a high-performance and accountability-driven culture
- Establish robust HR policies, SOPs, performance management, reward and retention frameworks
- Implement HR systems / HRIS and use people analytics to support decision-making
- Act as a strategic advisor to CEO and leadership team on people, succession and organizational effectiveness
Candidate Profile
- 15-23 years of progressive HR experience with 5+ years in a Head HR or BU HR Head role or a Number 2 in a large org (Not looking for very senior folks for this role)
- Need experience in manufacturing or Projects domain
- Demonstrated experience in culture change, change management and transformations
- Ability to work in fast-growing, complex, multi-location industrial environments
- Excellent stakeholder management and leadership capabilities
- Some international experience preferred but not compulsory
- Education: MBA / Master's in HR, Industrial Relations, Business Administration or related discipline
Compensation & Benefits
- Employer Provides a Safe work and Living environment
- Tax Free Salary
- Employer-provided housing and food / allowances & Travel
Vipul Agarwal
Director at Zend Consulting Services
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