Team Lead, Human Resources at Kaduna Electricity Distribution Company

Kaduna Electricity Distribution Company (RC 638640), is one of the eleven successor distribution companies of the defunct Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN). Kaduna Electric, a registered trademark of Kaduna Electricity Distribution Company, is licensed by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) to distribute and retail electricity within a service coverage area of Northwestern-most of Nigeria. It has its Headquarters in Kaduna, with offices in Kebbi, Sokoto and Zamfara States.

Kaduna Electric is looking to employ young, vibrant professionals to fill the position below in the Corporate Services department:

Job Title: Team Lead, Human Resources

Job Status: Full-time
Location: Kaduna State

Job Summary

• As a key member of the Human Resources team and reporting into the Chief Corporate Services Officer you will provide strategic leadership and expertise for the full scope of the Human Resources (HR) function for client population.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Providing HR leadership, coaching and generalist support.
• Driving strategic and operational level HR-related planning including Labor Relations, Recruiting and Staffing, Pipeline Management, Compensation and Benefits, Leadership Coaching, Employee Development and Performance Management.
• Leading/Initiating new and innovative global HR practices to create a strong culture of leadership and high performing teams.
• Ensuring/Maintaining all HR processes and records relative to local statutory requirements while providing guidance and leadership to the business regarding regulatory interpretation and compliance.
• Implementing appropriate communication tools and systems to ensure effective flow of information including employee opinion surveys, leadership communications, etc.
• Developing appropriate work force plans in support of key business needs in a dynamic, changing environment and develop/implement appropriate change management plans as required.
• Providing support and/or delivering training on a variety of Human Resources topics.
• Providing Executive Coaching to business leadership.
• Serving as an impartial employee advocate to ensure that all individuals receive fair and equitable treatment.

Experience and Minimum Requirements

• Degree qualified in Business Administration, Human Resources, Industrial Relations or other HR-related disciplines.
• Master's Degree in Business Administration or a Human Resources related field would be an added advantage.
• Multinational experience is desirable
• HR leadership in a start-up organization is desirable
• Minimum 5 years cognate experience

Competency and Skill Requirements

• HR Generalist experience, ideally in a multinational environment.
• Demonstrated success in development and application of up-to-date practice in employee relations, HR policy and formulation, recruitment and staffing and training and development.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to influence all levels of the organization and multicultural/international environments.
• Credible track record of delivering impactful results/solutions in a complex, fast paced work environment
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to work in a matrix team environment.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and initiate, lead and manage change.
• Project management, facilitation and complex problem-solving skills.
• High energy level, driven with positive enthusiasm and a pragmatic approach.
• Fluency in English (oral and written) required.

Application Close Date
Thursday, 23rd April, 2015.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online