Head of HR, Africa Region

About the role

BRAC International is seeking a senior HR leader to oversee HR functions across its Africa region, supporting country offices in Ghana, Liberia, Kenya, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Tanzania and Uganda. The role reports to the Regional Director, Africa and works closely with the Dhaka Central Office HR team.

Key responsibilities

• Lead development and delivery of the BRAC International HR strategy for the Africa region.
• Guide contextualisation, roll‑out and compliance of HR policies in each country, ensuring alignment with national law and central office sign‑off.
• Support recruitment, performance management, grievance and disciplinary processes for staff below Head/Deputy level.
• Drive rollout of new salary scales, talent management, succession planning and digital HR systems.
• Oversee HR set‑up for expansion into new countries, including workforce planning, contracts, payroll and benefits.
• Ensure HR practices meet donor requirements for grant‑funded staffing and transitions.
• Manage HR processes and staffing for the Nairobi Central Office and act as the key HR contact for central office matters.
• Establish and embed a safeguarding culture, delivering mandatory training and safe recruitment practices.

Required profile

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline; professional HR qualification (e.g., CIPD) is an advantage.
• At least 10 years of HR experience, including 5 years in multinational/international development.
• Proven leadership in strategy development, people management and expansion into complex markets.
• Strong analytical, judgment and ethical standards with ability to navigate complex employment laws.

Required skills

• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Professional HR certification such as CIPD or national equivalent.