Regional Human Resources Manager- Africa (Readvertisement) -CIMMYT

Key Responsibilities

• All duties are carried out in close collaboration with HQ and relevant global functions.
• 1. Strategic HR Leadership & Alignment
• · Support alignment of HR activities with organizational objectives, policies, and compliance frameworks.
• · Contribute to strategic HR planning, change management, and capacity-building initiatives.
• · Support leadership development and workforce planning.
• 2. Governance, Compliance & Risk Management
• · Support adherence to HR policies, Delegation of Authority, and local labor laws.
• · Assist in audits, spot checks, and corrective actions.
• · Identify HR risks and support mitigation strategies.
• 3. Operational Efficiency & Talent Management
• · Support improvement of HR processes, systems, and resource allocation.
• · Assist in recruitment, performance management, retention, and staff development.
• · Support planning for office openings/closings and structural changes.
• 4. Employee Relations, Well-being & Safety
• · Support management of labor relations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary processes.
• · Assist in implementing OHS, environmental, health, safety, and well-being programs.
• 5. Compensation, Benefits & HR Systems
• · Support HQ in implementing compensation, benefits, and job evaluation frameworks.
• · Assist in ensuring compliance with local regulations.
• · Collaborate with HQ to manage HRIS, reporting, and data analysis systems.
• 6. Stakeholder Engagement & Representation
• · Act as HR representative for regional offices and liaise between HQ and country teams.
• · Build external partnerships to strengthen recruitment and organizational reputation.

Reporting & Supervision

· Reports functionally to the Global Director of HR & to the Regional Director Africa.

· Works closely with HQ and country office leads to ensure alignment and delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 15 to 20 years of HR experience, including regional or multi-country roles.
• Proven expertise in HR governance, compliance, workforce planning, and change management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and cultural sensitivity skills.
• Knowledge of labor laws, audits, HRIS, and data-driven HR reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in diverse contexts.