Head, People and Culture at Don Quester Consulting

Role Summary

As part of its transformative journey, our client  seeks a visionary Head of People and Culture to build and nurture a high-performing, value-driven workforce. This role involves crafting and executing people strategies aligned with the company’s mission of empowering Nigerians with access to smartphone/PC ownership and clean energy financing through its BNPL model.

Key Responsibilities

1. Design and implement people strategies that align with the company’s mission and transformation objectives.
2. Foster a culture of innovation, inclusion, collaboration, and performance excellence.
3. Develop comprehensive recruitment, retention, and succession planning frameworks.
4. Align organizational structures with business goals to drive operational efficiency.
5. Implement effective performance appraisal systems to enhance employee productivity.
6. Create and oversee training programs to build leadership capacity and technical skills.
7. Design initiatives to boost employee morale and engagement.
8. Ensure HR policies are current and compliant with labor laws and industry standards.
9. Oversee competitive compensation structures to attract and retain top talent.
10. Lead change initiatives to support organizational transformation and strategic goals.
11. Implement HR technology solutions to streamline operations and enhance employee experience.

Person Specification/Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree or certifications (e.g., CIPM, PHRi, SPHRi) is a plus with Minimum of 8 years’ experience in human resources
2. Proven experience in senior HR leadership roles, preferably in financial  institutions, or high-growth organizations.
3. Strong track record in driving cultural transformation and organizational development.
4. Excellent knowledge of HR practices, labor laws, and HR technology.
5. Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.