About the Role

 

We are currently hiring for a Director, Strategic Total Rewards Partner Africa & Global Cocoa.  This is a key role responsible for developing and leading and implementing the total rewards strategy and agenda across the Africa region and Global Cocoa area globally.  The role is tasked with ensuring alignment with business objectives, regulatory requirements and market competitiveness, as well as with Global Total Rewards strategy and policies. This role will oversee compensation, benefits and recognition programs for the areas in scope, to attract, retain and engage top talent while driving efficiency, equity and compliance across multiple countries.

 

Key Responsibilities Include

 

Design and execute a comprehensive total rewards strategy that aligns with business priorities, talent acquisition and retention goals across Africa and Global Cocoa area globally

Partner with global HR and leadership teams to ensure consistency and alignment with global total rewards frameworks while addressing local market needs

Lead change management initiatives related to compensation, benefits and rewards programs

Ensure appropriateness of base salary structures, incentive programs, benefits etc. in compliance with local labor laws

Conduct market benchmarking and salary surveys to ensure competitive pay positioning and internal equity

Oversee benefits strategy, design, and administration across multiple countries in Africa, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and optimizing employee offerings

Drive pay-for-performance initiatives, including annual salary review, bonus plans and retention incentives

Manage M&A-related total rewards integration for new business acquisitions in the region

Leverage HR data analytics to assess the impact of total rewards programs on employee engagement, performance and retention within the region and global business area of responsibility

Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to enhance total rewards effectiveness for areas of responsibility

Prepare and present regional compensation and benefits reports for leadership reviews

Serve as a strategic advisor to HR business partners, finance, and leadership within area of responsibility on total rewards matters

Manage external relationships with compensation consultants, benefits providers and regulatory bodies as required

 

About You

 

Solid academic background: BA, BS, MA or MBA with a preferred focus on human resources management

Proven professional experience of at least 10 years in human resources management, specialized in a compensation and benefits leadership role

Solid experience and track record of working in a Global / matrix organization

Good understanding of total compensation practices, proven track record in harmonizing compensation practices in global matrix organizations

Strong expertise in African markets

Strong analytical and presentation skills with the ability to draw insights and conclusions from data

Deep understanding of job architecture, pay equity, incentive design, and benefits strategy

Experience with HR technology platforms (e.g., Workday, SuccessFactors) and data analytics tools, with the ability to identify and implement digital solutions and drive data-based insights and decisions

Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills

Ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization, including senior leadership

Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and French

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of management through diplomacy and tact

Ability to work and handle ambiguity