People & Culture Manager

 People & Culture Manager

 Location: Osu, Accra, Ghana

 Reports To: Executive Director 

Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site

 About Dikan

Dikan is a nonprofit cultural and educational institution in Accra, Ghana, dedicated to shaping the next generation of African storytellers, educators, and creative leaders. Through our gallery, library, ArtPath (National Service Program), educational initiatives, and creative agency, we preserve cultural memory and empower Africa’s creative voices. At Dikan, we believe in the power of stories told by Africans. Our culture is built on curiosity, innovation, inclusion, and impact—and we’re looking for a People & Culture Manager to help us nurture it. 

The People & Culture Manager is a senior leadership role responsible for shaping Dikan’s people strategy and building a thriving workplace culture. This is more than HR—it’s about creating an environment where creativity and purpose meet, and where every team member feels inspired to do their best work

 You will: 

• Lead people and culture strategy across Dikan and its entities. •

 Build HR systems and policies from the ground up.

 • Champion diversity, inclusion, and continuous learning. 

• Attract, engage, and grow top talent aligned with our mission.

 • Act as a trusted advisor to leadership on organizational development. This is a rare opportunity to design an HR function for a purpose-driven institution with regional impact. 

Key Responsibilities:

 • Strategic Leadership: Develop and deliver people strategies that strengthen culture, boost engagement, and support long-term goals.

 • Culture & Inclusion: Foster an inclusive workplace, integrating conversations around identity, equity, and belonging into our practices

 • Talent & Engagement: Drive recruitment, onboarding, and retention. Create programs that motivate, recognize, and support staff well-being.

 • Learning & Development: Build capacity through trainings, coaching, and leadership development programs.

 • HR Operations: Establish policies and systems covering performance, compensation, benefits, compliance, and employee records. 

 Qualifications:

 • Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred).

 • Professional HR certification (CHRP, CIPD, SHRM, or equivalent).

 • 7+ years of progressive HR experience, with 3+ years in senior leadership.

 • Proven ability to design HR systems and strategies from the ground up.

 • Strong knowledge of Ghanaian labor laws.

 • Experience in nonprofit, educational, or creative sectors is an advantage.

 Why Join Us?

 At Dikan, people are at the heart of our impact. As People & Culture Manager, you’ll:

 • Shape an inclusive culture that inspires excellence and belonging. 

• Play a central role in growing an organization with a bold vision for Africa’s future.

 • Build a workplace where creativity thrives and every voice matters. “Dikan” means take the lead in Akan. This role is your opportunity to lead by building systems and a culture that will transform not just our workplace, but Africa’s creative landscape. Join us—and help people do their best work while contributing to something truly 

How to apply

people@dikancenter.org and cc sugruali@gmail.com