Human Resources Director

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Opportunity International

Human Resources Director

Location: Remote (based in Africa or India preferred)
Department: Human Resources
Job Type: Full Time

About Opportunity International

Opportunity International is a global nonprofit working for over 50 years to equip families in poverty with tools to build livelihoods and educate their children. In 2024, its partners supported over 19,000 schools and helped educate 3.4 million children. The organization works across Africa, Latin America, Asia, and Eastern Europe. Learn more at opportunity.org.

Position Summary

Reporting to the SVP of Human Resources, the Human Resources Director will lead HR operational functions across Opportunity’s African countries and India. The role includes oversight of compliance, recruitment, employee relations, payroll, compensation, benefits, performance management, and HR systems administration.

Key Responsibilities

1. HR Leadership & Compliance

  • Provide day-to-day HR leadership and coaching to managers in Africa and India.

  • Ensure HR practices align with Opportunity’s policies and are compliant with local laws.

  • Guide on employment relations, investigations, and labor compliance.

  • Partner with legal counsel and participate in HR policy updates and risk management.

2. Operations & Administration

  • Oversee HR operations and systems, including HRIS and Learning Management System (LMS).

  • Manage payroll and benefits processes in countries with and without local entities.

  • Supervise vendor relationships for benefits and HR services.

  • Ensure employee records are up-to-date and data-driven reporting is in place.

  • Administer handbooks and ensure policies are understood and implemented.

3. Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

  • Lead the recruitment and onboarding process for Africa-based roles.

  • Support hiring managers throughout recruitment, vetting, and offer processes.

  • Manage the requisition approval process for regional hires.

4. Mid-Level Management

  • Supervise an HR Generalist in Uganda and provide guidance on professional development and performance reviews.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field required (HR certification preferred).

  • 7–10 years’ progressive experience in HR roles, preferably with international or multi-country exposure.

  • Knowledge of employment laws in: DRC, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, India.

  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational change management skills.

  • HRIS experience and strong command of Microsoft Office.

  • Fluency in English required; French or Spanish is a plus.

  • High integrity, confidentiality, and commitment to Opportunity’s mission.

Travel Requirement

  • Up to 10% international travel within Africa.

Child Protection Commitment

Opportunity International adheres to international child protection standards. All staff must pass criminal background and sex offender checks (as applicable by country law).

Application Instructions:
Apply online at opportunity.org/careers or through the job board where this posting appears. Include a CV and a brief cover letter tailored to the responsibilities and qualifications listed.

Opportunity International is an equal opportunity employer.

To apply for this job please visit opportunityinternational.applytojob.com.

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