Human Resource Generalist at Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company

Role Purpose

• The HR Generalist provides comprehensive HR support with a focus on aligning HR services to support business goals within assigned units, positioning the role as a strategic partner in collaboration with the HR Business Partner (HRBP)
• This role is designed to build the foundational skills and strategic perspective required for HR leadership, with the HR Generalist serving as a hands-on resource for talent management, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness.
• The HR Generalist plays a proactive role in developing a high-performing and engaged workforce that aligns with Ikeja Electric’s HR transformation objectives.

Role Accountabilities
Strategic HR Partnership and Business Value Creation:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to business unit leaders, offering strategic HR insights that align with business goals and drive commercial success.
• Leverage business acumen to identify HR solutions that address specific business challenges, optimizing team performance and operational effectiveness.
• Co-create value with business leaders by shaping HR strategies that promote agility, innovation, and financial performance, supporting long-term growth.

Talent Management and Workforce Development:

• Collaborate with leaders to identify critical skills and talent gaps, working with Talent Management to design targeted recruitment, succession, and development programs.
• Facilitate talent reviews and workforce planning sessions, aligning talent development efforts with business priorities and ensuring a robust talent pipeline.
• Support managers in building high-performance teams by aligning individual development plans with both career aspirations and organizational goals.

Performance Optimization and Employee Engagement:

• Lead performance management initiatives that link individual and team objectives with Ikeja Electric’s strategic goals, driving accountability and results.
• Coach leaders on continuous feedback practices, helping to create a culture of high performance, collaboration, and transparency.
• Collaborate with the Employee Engagement Specialist to implement targeted engagement initiatives, using survey data to address specific needs and enhance productivity.

Employee Relations and Strategic Conflict Resolution:

• Serve as a primary resource for complex employee relations matters, balancing organizational needs with employee advocacy to promote a fair, compliant workplace.
• Partner with the People Operations team to ensure proactive conflict resolution, working to minimize disruptions and create a supportive work environment.
• Provide expert guidance to managers on employee relations issues, ensuring that decisions align with Ikeja Electric’s values and business priorities.

HR Policy, Compliance, and Data-Driven Strategy:

• Ensure business units adhere to HR policies, labor regulations, and ethical standards, fostering a compliant and values-driven culture.
• Utilize data insights from the HR Data and Intelligence Specialist to track workforce trends, informing strategic decisions and process improvements.
• Act as a resource for leaders and employees on HR policies, promoting consistent application and helping employees understand how policies support business success.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or a related discipline
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in HR generalist, employee experience, employee development or people operations role. ▪ Professional certification in Human Resources is an added advantage (PHR, HRCI, etc).

Skills and Competencies:

• Strategic HR Business Partnership
• Talent Development and Succession Planning
• HR Data Analysis and Reporting
• Employee Relations, Conflict Resolution, and Mediation
• Leadership Development and HR Capability Building
• Customer Centricity
• Risk Management
• People Leadership
• Entrepreneurship
• Organizational Learning
• Change Management.