Regional Human Resources Recruitment Manager

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 15 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Regional Human Resources Recruitment Manager

Job ID: REGIO01408
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Job Type: Full-Time

Project Summary

• The objective of the West Africa Trade and Investment Activity is to improve private sector competitiveness with a focus on increasing the agricultural productivity and profitability of smallholder farmers in Nigeria and promoting West Africa’s regional and international trade.

Position Summary

• Based in Abuja, Nigeria, the Regional Human Resources Recruitment Manager will manage Creative Associate’s Nigerian and progressively regional talent strategy with respect to compensation, hiring, retention, employee development.
• The position will have a heavy emphasis on recruitment but will also support projects across Africa in all areas of HR.

Reporting & Supervision:

• The Regional HR Recruitment Manager will report directly to the Headquarters-based Manager, International HR. This role will collaborate and interact regularly with Chiefs of Party and HQ program teams.

Primary Responsibilities
Regional HR Talent Management & Recruitment:

• Work in partnership with project HR staff and managers and US hiring managers to attract key talent and acquire a highly talented and diverse workforce;
• Ensure transparent and legally compliant full-cycle recruitment process is in place for each project and is consistent with Creative hiring guidelines;
• Establish talent benches for Nigeria and other countries; and
• Provide regional surge recruitment as necessary.

Regional HR Business Development – Capture:

• Full-cycle recruiting, including finding/sourcing, evaluating resumes, interviewing candidates (in-person or Skype), doing assessments, vetting, and make staffing recommendations;
• Ensure a consistent recruiting process including: interview panels; appropriate interviewing questions and maintenance of recruitment documents;
• Negotiate compensation and allowances; prepare contingent and live offers in coordination with the HQ Manager, International HR;
• Maintain networks in critical sectors to facilitate effective passive recruitment;
• Use traditional/non-traditional resources to identify and attract top candidates;
• Develop advertising programs (internal and external) to gain high visibility with potential candidates; and
• Consult with hiring managers on recruitment policies, ensuring compliance with RFP requirements, USAID and donor guidelines and Creative processes.

Regional Human Resources Operations & Capacity Building:

• Identify, train and advise a capable Human Resources Professional in each field office to serve as the leader for Human Resources in the field office;
• Provide ongoing training and support to field office leaders and staff on HR recruitment;
• Provide project start-up and close-out support as needed;
• Ensure quality new hire orientations and on-boarding practices across the region that help integrate new hires successfully into Creative; develop materials that can be adapted for use in local hire orientations;
• Analyze regional trends and metrics in partnership with the HQ Manager, International HR to develop solutions, programs and policies;
• Oversee UltiPro data/employment administration processes to ensure data integrity;
• Mentor and coach local HR staff; and
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and six (6) years’ related HR experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English and French including the ability to communicate effectively in a multi-cultural environment and diplomatically manage collegial relationships;
• Experience managing recruitment efforts in Nigeria and multi-country practice, particularly in West Africa;
• Working knowledge of and experience in international, regional and national HR and recruitment;
• High degree of professionalism and discretion; culturally astute;
• Must be detail oriented and highly organized;
• Must work well under pressure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment;
• Ability to work independently as well as perform in matrix organization;
• Must possess strong computer skills: ability to work with Microsoft Office product suite and HR systems (UltiPro a plus);
• Strong writing and presentation skills with ability to communicate well within and across diverse groups and perspectives; and
• Must have the ability and willingness to travel (up to 30%) throughout Africa in remote areas.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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