Human Capital Manager

About Jospong International Business

Jospong International Business (JIB) is a subsidiary of the Jospong Group of Companies, one of Africa's leading diversified conglomerates with operations spanning across multiple sectors including logistics, ICT, manufacturing, and agriculture. Our presence in Liberia reflects our commitment to driving economic growth and development across the African continent.

Job Summary

We are seeking a strategic and results-oriented Human Capital Manager to lead the Human Capital function at our Liberia subsidiary. This role is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive human capital strategy that builds a high-performing, skilled, and motivated workforce to drive business growth. The ideal candidate will be a strategic business partner who can align people strategies with business objectives while championing Jospong Group's values and culture.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Human Capital Management

• Develop and implement the subsidiary's Human Capital strategy aligned with Jospong Group's vision and JIB's business objectives.
• Partner with senior leadership to drive organizational development, change management, and business transformation initiatives.
• Provide strategic advice and guidance on all people-related matters to the Managing Director and leadership team.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Lead workforce planning to ensure the subsidiary has the right talent, in the right roles, at the right time.
• Oversee the full recruitment cycle, from sourcing and selection to onboarding and induction.
• Drive localization initiatives by developing and implementing strategies to recruit, retain, and develop local talent.

Employee Relations & Reward Management

• Manage employee relations, ensuring a positive, inclusive, and productive work environment.
• Oversee reward and compensation programs, ensuring competitiveness and alignment with Group policies.
• Implement performance management systems that drive accountability, engagement, and high performance.

HR Compliance & Governance

• Ensure full compliance with Liberian labour laws, regulations, and Jospong Group HR policies.
• Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and systems that support operational efficiency.
• Manage HR risk, including disciplinary processes, grievances, and dispute resolution.

Culture & Employee Engagement

• Champion Jospong Group's values and foster a culture of excellence, integrity, and innovation.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives to improve morale, retention, and productivity.
• Lead succession planning and talent development programs to build a robust leadership pipeline.

Data-Driven People Decisions

• Leverage HR data and analytics to inform strategic decisions and measure HR effectiveness.
• Prepare and present regular HR reports and dashboards to senior management and Group leadership.

Qualifications & Experience

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or a related field.
• Master's Degree in HR, MBA, or related field is highly desirable.
• Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM, CIPD, HRCI) is an advantage.
• Minimum of 7–10 years' progressive HR experience, with at least 3–5 years in a senior HR leadership role.
• Proven experience in a multinational or conglomerate environment.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, labour laws, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in talent acquisition, employee relations, reward management, and organizational development.

Desirable:

• Experience working in West Africa, particularly Liberia.
• Experience in driving localization and diversity initiatives.
• Familiarity with HRIS and HR analytics tools.

Key Competencies

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to align HR strategy with business objectives.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop HR teams.
• Business Acumen: Understanding of business operations and financial drivers.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Ability to work effectively in diverse cultural contexts.
• Integrity: High ethical standards and commitment to confidentiality.