Human Resources Business Partner-KI GHANA

Job Description

HUMAN RESOURCES BUSINESS PARTNER

Our story goes back more than 150 years, to the chilly southern coast of Scandinavia. From our early success in Sweden and Denmark, we’ve grown into the world’s leading specialist producer of plant-based oils, employing more than 4,000 people all across the globe.

We work with our customers to make the products you love even better. The oils we produce go into making your chocolate extra-creamy or putting the crunch into your croissant. And it’s not just food — we work across industries to make products that are higher quality, healthier and better for the planet.

We offer our people the chance to make a real difference by being part of a team that is passionate about Making Better Happen™

We take, together with our people, responsibility for health and safety, and for creating a workplace where equality, diversity and inclusivity are priorities.

Our leaders are striving to be role models for our Better Leadership principles, and they are committed to unleash the full potential of every member of the AAK family.

Together, we are guided in our decisions and actions by our Better Behaviors and by the highest ethical standards.

We share a sense of ownership and pride for the positive impact our company makes.

Everything we do is about Making Better Happen ™.

AAK GHANA

AAK has been operating in Ghana for almost 18 years as KI Ghana Ltd, currently employing 200 employees.

KI Ghana owns a yard in Tamale where the shea sourcing activities are mainly monitored.

We’re committed to ethical sourcing and community growth in the West African shea industry.

AAK West Africa is part of the AAK AB, a global vegetable oils business listed on the Swedish stock exchange.

TAMALE , GHANA

About The Role

The HR Business Partner will be a key member of Ghana management team, reporting to the Country Manager, with a dotted line to the Head of WAF Region Human Resources.

He/She is responsible for :

the overall management of human resources, as well as organizing and leading HR matters.
implementing and executing AAK Group’s HR strategy at local level.
Developing, and ensure full compliance to Human resources policies and practices.

Responsibilities

The HR Business Partner is responsible for:

Delivering HR excellency in Ghana through a strong commitment to AAK Culture and Better Behaviours
Recruitment and onboarding: Ensure 100% of recruitment is carried out as per AAK standards (Job ad posting, applicant short-listing, interviews and completion of requisite test and documentation, remuneration and benefits proposals, induction and onboarding process etc..)
Provide day-to-day excellent HR services to other managers and all staff as internal customers
Ensure HR administrative management and compliance with local regulations : employment contract, payroll , tax and pension administration
Maintain updated salary wages as per the market by ensuring accurate market information relating to compensation and benefits
HR metrics & data: maintain integrity and confidentiality of people files and documents, HR KPI Metrics
Ensure 100% people database is update with accuracy in HR Information System and monitor the monthly HR reporting, organizational charts.
Ensure the organization have a strong Talent pool and a succession planning.
Ensure follow up of compulsory training plan per function/ and individual/function learning plan
Provide support to WAF Region HR Manager and participate in Global People project when it is required.
Manage host country base information for expatriate staff in alignment with the expatriate employment contract terms and conditions
Ensure a healthy workplace in all HR matters (Great Place to Work)

About You

Formal education/qualifications required: Master’s degree in human resources or similar field of study

Type of knowledge, experience & skills required:

Minimum 7 years’ experience in human resources management or similar field in a multicultural environment or a multinational company.

Business/Industry specific experience:

HR Business partner to others functions: Finance/Sourcing/Logistics/Managing Director/WAF Region HR and the Global People team

Working with external partners/vendors in relation with labor law and staff administration.

Competencies Required :An indication of the range of competencies likely to be required for this role.

Business Skills

Strong knowledge and practices of local labor/employment law in Ghana Excellent interpersonal skills & assertiveness
Strong commercial knowledge with a passion for Human resources
Self-starter with innovation abilities
Finance basics for HR budget and efficient costs management in correlation with the market.
Results and goal oriented

Functional Skills:

Excellent practice of HR processes:
Recruitment/Performance management
Learning and development
Talent management & succession plan
Managing any HR risks relatives to compliance and Health and safety.
Good practice of HR information system
Excellent negotiations skills & Training facilitation

In return AAK offer

Career opportunity in a multi cultural environment
Attractive compensation package