We provide industry-focused advisory, tax and assurance services to public sector entities and private companies, building public trust and enhancing value for clients and their stakeholders.
With 57 permanent offices employing more than 6,500 professional staff located in 29 countries, PricewaterhouseCoopers has the largest foot-print of all professional services firms on the African continent. As well, local ownership of all our Africa firms assures commitment to the development of our people and economy.
We are looking for an experienced, dynamic and mature Human Capital professional to fill the position of Head of Human Capital in PricewaterhouseCoopers Africa Central region which incorporates Ghana, Nigeria, Zambia, Angola, Uganda, Tanzania, Kenya and Mauritius.
Our practices in this region currently employ more than 2,100 staff and are growing rapidly. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the successful candidate will have overall responsibility for Human Capital operations in the region.
Main responsibilities will include:
- Reviewing and adapting the Human Capital Strategy, in conjunction with the key stakeholders, to deliver commercial success.
- Implementing that strategy through the actions of self and others.
- Assisting in providing Human Capital Strategic positioning towards the recruitment, retention and development of staff across the region.
- Promoting Human Capital policies and processes which are in line with best practice, meet the business needs and adhere to the increasing regulations which the business faces.
- Managing and ensuring integration of the activities of the Human Capital Specialists.
- Developing the senior individuals with Human Capital roles, ensuring their capacity to consult on Human Capital matters.
- A graduate with a recognised Human Capital qualification or business equivalent.
- At least 10 years experience in the field of Human Capital Management.
- Ability to operate in a fluid and challenging environment
- Strong knowledge across the broad range of Human Capital specialisms.
- A proven track record of discussing Human Capital strategies at board level, gaining buy-in and creating momentum.
- Ability to operate at strategic as well as operational level.
- Ability to anticipate and manage change.
- Strong desire and ability to develop others.
Applicants should submit their applications by email including detailed curriculum vitae and contact details of three professional referees to sarah.muyonga @ ke.pwc.com or apply online at www.pwc.com/ke/careers/ by 30 November 2008.
