Company Description

Energicity is Africa’s leading solar and hybrid mini-grid developer, builder and operator, providing low-cost, reliable and modular electricity to off-grid rural communities that have never had electricity before. With its ability to strategically use local know-how and its ability to develop tailor-made systems, Energicity is now operating in 3 countries and is recognized as a leader in the energy access industry. Currently, 1.2 billion people worldwide lack access to electricity, and Energicity aims to bridge this gap by enabling households, businesses, and healthcare facilities to thrive.

Energicity is looking for an HR Manager to help support the growth of our market development, operations, engineering, construction, and support teams to bring our electrification services to more than 100,000 customers in several African countries over the next 5 years. Our goal is to deliver high-quality solar mini-grids that ensure our customers have light in their homes and electricity services that help their communities thrive through:

• Better health services through access to more modern healthcare equipment, vaccines, and light for night activities,
• Notable improvements in primary and secondary education,
• New opportunities for rural entrepreneurs and smallholder farmers.

If you are looking for a challenge and are motivated to join one of Africa’s leading solar mini-grids and help us rapidly scale the organization across multiple countries, please send your CV and cover letter by May 31st 2024.

The company’s core values are:

• Customer Obsession
• Integrity and Excellence
• Teamwork
• Learning and Innovation

Role Description

We are looking for a passionate and experienced HR Manager to join our growing team. You will be a strategic partner to the leadership team, playing a key role in all aspects of the employee lifecycle, from attracting and onboarding top talent to fostering a positive and productive work environment. You will be responsible for developing and implementing HR initiatives that align with our company’s goals and culture, ensuring we have a happy, engaged, and high-performing workforce in order to enable Energicity build the technology, infrastructure and financial capabilities to deliver accessible energy services to 1 billion Africans.

This is a full-time hybrid role for a Human Resources Manager at Energicity, reporting to the CFO and with permanent access to Energicity’s senior management team. The Human Resources Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the HR department, including recruitment, hiring, employee relations, and performance management. Additionally, the HR Manager will develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and initiatives to support the company’s growth and ensure compliance with local labor laws.

This position ust be located in any of Energicity’s countries of Operation (Sierra Leone, Liberia, Benin). with flexibility for some remote work.

Job Description

• Lead and manage the HR department, including recruitment, onboarding, training & development, performance management, compensation & benefits, and employee relations.
• Implement HR policies and procedures that comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Partner with hiring managers to develop recruitment strategies, source qualified candidates, and conduct interviews.
• Oversee the onboarding process to ensure new hires are welcomed, integrated, and prepared for success.
• Manage employee performance through performance reviews, and development programs.
• Administer employee benefits programs and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Investigate and resolve employee relations issues, including grievances and disciplinary actions.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.
• Stay up-to-date on HR trends and best practices.
• Provide consultative advice and guidance to management on HR matters.
• Participate in the review of Business Processes (headcount, process optimisation, etc.), to drive efficiency gains.
• Network and build solid relationships with internal units and relevant third parties (e.g. investors, technical partners, business consultants etc.) and develop a close working relationship with relevant information sources to provide an integrated service.
• Continuously seek self-professional development to sharpen skills and capabilities in a versatile and evolving climate-tech landscape.
• Prepare/compile agreed periodic activity and performance reports for the attention of management.
• Coach and train the team to ensure understanding of the objectives and goals of the department, awareness of set targets/requirements and regularly review their training needs.
• Review performance of individual team members and complete appraisals in accordance with the employee performance appraisal procedures and time schedules.
• Additional HR duties as necessary.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR management, including recruitment, employee relations, and performance management
• Knowledge of labor laws and regulations
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills
• Experience in the renewable energy industry is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Must be located in any of Energicity’s countries of Operation (Sierra Leone, Liberia, Benin)
• Ability to travel regularly to other operating locations
• English fluency is required, and French fluency is a plus

Apply here