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Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) Associate, Human Resources – Lagos, Nigeria
Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) Associate, Human Resources – Lagos, NigeriaCA Global Headhunters • Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) Associate, Human Resources – Lagos, Nigeria

Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) Associate, Human Resources – Lagos, Nigeria

CA Global Headhunters • Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
30+ days ago
Job description

Africa Finance Corporate (AFC) is a pan-African multilateral organization focused on bridging the infrastructure deficits on the continent. AFC is a leading infrastructure & industrial solution provider enabling economic prosperity for the continent. They are champions for the African continent driven to succeed dedicated to facilitating instrumental infrastructure for transformative impact and elevating Africa’s role as a growth engine in a changing world.

CA Global Headhunters has been mandated by the Africa Finance Corporation to recruit for this position. For more information on the AFC please visit their website . Should you meet the minimum requirements and wish to apply for the position please apply directly to CA Global Headhunters.

Job Summary :

The Associate Human Resources plays an active role in the implementation of the People Strategy and the accompanying annual People Plan including policy interpretation consistent implementation of People Processes Standards and Tools across the organization. Act as linchpin for HR Process and Systems Effectiveness and Efficiency by holding responsibility for the efficient operation of all key HR Processes and SAP HCM systems availability and reliability.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities :

Business Partnering Role

Provide business partnering advice and support to assigned client divisions :

  • Work closely with the Division Head and the Departmental Heads to address people management issues.
  • Manage key HR processes including performance management learning and development recruitment etc.

Compensation and Benefits Management

  • Assist in the design and implementation of appropriate employee reward strategies policies and programs to enable AFC to attract and retain the best talent.
  • Administer employees’ benefits i.e. housing education vacation medical insurance life insurance etc in accordance with the Corporation’s policies and ensure that efficient and accurate record is maintained.
  • Provide support in effective administration of the monthly payroll working together with the Financial Control and the Operations and Settlement teams Implement the outcomes of the IPF ranking exercise especially Bonus and Salary increase payments following annual IPR process.
  • Assist in the preparation of monthly schedule of pension contributions and remittance of same to the approved PFAs / Trustee review of monthly reports from the Administrator and Trustee preparation of appropriate management information report and maintenance of up-to-date staff pension contribution records.
  • Coordinate the yearly external audit of the pension scheme.
  • Talent Management

  • Assist in implementing resourcing plans by supporting the resourcing of vacancies in line with timelines and diversity requirement.
  • Provide required onboarding support to new employees if any
  • Implement talent review process by undertaking high quality and timely potential ranking and succession planning.
  • Consolidate inputs from Divisional heads into the corporate promotion grid in support of the promotion panel.
  • Prepare draft remuneration proposal for new employees from Band 3 and below.
  • Cost Leadership and Budget Management

  • Support coordination of the preparation of the yearly HR departmental budget.
  • Provide relevant input into the corporation budget with regards to people’s cost
  • Monitor and report monthly progress / variance on approved people’s cost as a way of achieving cost leadership
  • People Systems

  • Generate reports on transition process of people systems.
  • Day-to-day management / running of the AFC’s people system.
  • Act as focal point of contact for resolution of all employee’s issues with respect to SAP HCM
  • Coordinate the resolution of any identified issues on SAP HCM with the IT team and the External Consultant.
  • Provide advice on systems improvement during implementation.
  • Management Information Reporting

    Produce an array of HR Analytics monthly and quarterly as may be directed by HRD i.e.

  • Monthly status report on the implementation of the learning and development
  • Monthly status report on Workforce and Headcount as well as people cost.
  • Diversity maps with respect to AFC’s talent pool at least twice every year
  • Goal setting mid –year review and end –year appraisal implementation status report
  • Monthly probation management report leave utilisation etc.
  • Strategy Learning & Organisational Effectiveness

  • Provide advice professional support and contribute to the delivery of the HR Functional Plan and ensure compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements concerning HR matters.
  • Promote synergy and collaboration in interdepartmental activities and communication in order to embed a team culture and other corporate values in the organisation.
  • Performance & Reward Management

  • Assist with the implementation of effective performance and career management strategies that would help sustain a performance driven culture and ensure appropriate balance between staff’s personal and organizational goals.
  • Coordinate the Implementation AFC’s performance management system within the Division / Departments to ensure it is objective equitable transparent and merit driven.
  • Provide required support to the Divisional Heads for client divisions for the year-end appraisal.
  • Monitor and track the compliance level of yearly goal setting mid-year review end 1 year performance appraisal and Divisional calibration exercise.
  • Manage performance improvement plans process for employees in assigned area.
  • Learning and Development

  • Coordinate the articulation of employees’ learning needs based on performance appraisal and business strategy of the corporation.
  • Coordinate the identification of suitable learning interventions locally and outside Nigeria with their cost implication and structuring the interventions in such a way that the day-to-day activities of the corporation will not be hampered.
  • Implement learning plans.
  • Maintain learning history.
  • Competency Management

  • Assist with the review and development of competency catalogue for new positions.
  • Support line managers with staff competence assessment of job roles within their departments as output to identify gap areas.
  • Present gap areas to Division and Department heads to guide learning plans to be developed.
  • Additional Responsibilities

  • Implementation of transformation initiatives.
  • Provide appropriate support in the HR people system upgrade as required.
  • Support exit management if any
  • Support the yearly internal audit exercise by provision of inputs
  • Competency and Skill Requirements

  • Understanding and solid experience of HR strategy implementation
  • Global mindset and appreciation of global issues in human resource management
  • Ability to keep abreast of country and regional trends in human resource management.
  • In-depth knowledge and understanding of the components and developments in Human Resources Management (Workforce Planning and Resourcing Talent Management Leadership development Learning and development Performance Management Career Management Reward and Recognition Retention and Exit management)
  • Ability to think strategically and holistically and to appreciate the systemic impact of HR policies practices issues and solutions on the organisation and the HR Function itself.
  • Good knowledge of the Financial Service industry and appreciation of its operations
  • In-depth understanding of African society cultural diversity and regional nuances
  • Knowledge of relevant international laws and regulations bordering on employment and people management
  • Working knowledge of Nigerian and international labour and employment legislations
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Good relationship management skills
  • Strong numeracy skills.
  • High level of pro-activity and ability to follow through on agreed targets.
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Excellent presentation and facilitation skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong leadership supervisory and people management skills
  • High sense of responsibility accountability and dependability
  • Good appreciation and working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools
  • Good Proficiency in the use of HR Information System such as SAP HCM
  • Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and trust
  • Effective time management and organisational skills with ability to prioritise assignments and work under pressure.
  • High degree of judgement diplomacy and tact in handling processing and communicating matters of sensitive and confidential nature.
  • Demonstrated skills in retrieving gathering and obtaining information from various sources and pulling them together in a usable form.
  • Key Performance Indicators

  • Turnaround time for the processing of employees’ benefit
  • Timeliness and accuracy of monthly payroll
  • Number of vacant positions filled vis-a-vis the recruitment plan.
  • Employee Satisfaction Index
  • Timeliness of management information and reports
  • Turnaround time for addressing HR related queries and issues.
  • Positive perception of AFC as an employer of choice in the marketplace.
  • Minimum Qualifications

  • First degree or its equivalent in any discipline preferably in Humanities Social Sciences Law Sciences and Engineering
  • Minimum of 6 years relevant experience in human resource management in international institutions or organisations
  • Postgraduate / professional qualification in Human Resource Management will be an added advantage.
  • Professional certification in Human Resource Management from CIPD SHRM is desirable
  • Benefits and Contractual information :

  • Willing and able to relocate to Lagos Nigeria
  • Application closing date : Friday 5th December 2025

    If you wish to apply for the position please send your CV to

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    Lara Joubert

    Recruitment Specialist

    CA Global Finance

    CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

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