Head, Human Resource at Rhizome Consulting

Job Summary

• The Head of Human Resources will play a key strategic leadership role within the organisation and will be responsible for building a future-ready workforce, nurturing a performance-driven culture, and aligning HR practices with bold, transformative goals. This role goes beyond traditional HR functions, it is about driving organisational excellence, fostering leadership development, and creating systems that unlock the full potential of the team.

Job Responsibilities

• Design and implement human capital strategies aligned with the organisation’s mission and growth trajectory.
• Lead change management initiatives, workforce planning, and talent pipeline development for critical national-scale projects.
• Develop robust recruitment frameworks to attract top-tier talent and implement retention strategies to foster a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Build and maintain an effective performance evaluation system that supports employee development and organisational goals.
• Drive continuous learning, skills development, and leadership training across all levels of the organisation.
• Develop and update HR policies to ensure legal compliance and alignment with effective practices.
• Champion diversity, inclusion, wellness, and positive workplace culture.
• Work closely with executive leadership to shape the strategic direction of the organisation from a people perspective.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor's degree in a related field of study.
• A Master's degree is an added advantage.

Knowledge, Skills & Experiences

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior HR leadership role.
• Proven track record of leading HR in a fast-paced, complex, and high-growth organisation.
• Experience in public sector reform, international development, or infrastructure-related programmes is an added advantage.
• Deep understanding of strategic HRM, talent management, and organisational design.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align HR strategy with broader organisational objectives.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Data-driven mindset with proficiency in HR analytics and technology platforms.
• High emotional intelligence, integrity, and a passion for nation-building and public service.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a mission-driven and results-oriented environment.