Chief People Officer

Job PurposeThe Chief People Officer will provide strategic leadership of the People & Culture function, driving the organization’s human capital strategy to attract, develop, engage, and retain high-performing talent. The role ensures alignment of people strategies with business objectives while building a strong, innovative, and performance-driven organizational culture.Key Responsibilities1. Strategic People LeadershipDevelop and execute the overall People & Culture strategy aligned to business goals.Act as a key advisor to the CEO and executive team on all people-related matters.Lead organizational design, workforce planning, and transformation initiatives.2. Talent Acquisition & DevelopmentOversee recruitment strategies to attract top-tier talent.Lead succession planning and leadership development programs.Champion continuous learning, upskilling, and career development pathways.3. Performance ManagementDesign and implement effective performance management systems.Ensure departments have clear KPIs and accountability frameworks.Drive a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.4. Employee Engagement & CultureBuild and sustain a strong, values-driven organizational culture.Lead employee engagement initiatives and culture transformation programs.Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging across the organization.5. Employee Relations & ComplianceEnsure full compliance with labor laws and internal policies.Oversee disciplinary processes, grievance handling, and conflict resolution.Manage industrial relations and mitigate HR-related risks.6. Compensation & BenefitsDevelop competitive and fair remuneration structures.Ensure internal equity and external market competitiveness.Oversee reward systems and employee benefits programs.7. HR Digital Transformation & AnalyticsDrive adoption of HR technology and digital HR solutions.Use HR analytics to support strategic decision-making.Improve efficiency through automation of HR processes.Qualifications & ExperienceMust possess a Master’s Degree or MBA in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field.A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related discipline is required.Professional HR certification (e.g., ZIHRM or equivalent) is an added advantage.Minimum of 8–12 years’ progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.Experience working in Fintech or ICT environments is highly desirable.Technical SkillsStrong knowledge of HR Information Systems (HRIS) and digital HR transformation tools.Proficiency in performance management systems and HR analytics.Strong understanding of labor laws and HR compliance frameworks.Ability to leverage technology to improve HR efficiency and employee experience.Key CompetenciesStrategic thinking and executive leadershipStrong communication and stakeholder management skillsHigh integrity and professionalismChange management and organizational development capabilityStrong business acumen and decision-making abilityProblem-solving under complex organizational environmentsKey Performance Indicators (KPIs)Employee retention and turnover ratesTime-to-hire and quality of hireEmployee engagement scoresPerformance management effectivenessTraining and development impactCompliance and employee relations case resolution timelines