Associate, HR & Operations

About Aceli Africa

Aceli Africa is a nonprofit market incentive facility dedicated to promoting private sector lending in the agricultural sector across specific African countries. With funding and support from major international donors such as the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs and USAID, Aceli aims to mobilize $1.5 billion for agricultural small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia by 2029. The initiative operates by providing financial incentives designed to enhance the risk tolerance of financial institutions, consequently fostering a more competitive loan market for agri-SMEs. Since its launch in September 2020, Aceli has facilitated over 2,800 loans to SMEs, impacting more than one million smallholder farmers. Besides financial incentives, Aceli offers technical assistance and capacity-building services to both lenders and high-potential SMEs, bolstering their ability to manage financing and stimulate market linkages.

About this Role

The Associate, HR & Operations at Aceli Africa will play a crucial role in ensuring efficient HR management and operational support in line with the organization’s strategic objectives. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, results-oriented individual with a comprehensive understanding of human resource management, policy interpretation, and operational implementation. This role demands a passion for people development and a service-oriented mindset, complemented by the ability to quickly grasp Aceli Africa’s core business and operational processes. The candidate will work closely with the Manager, HR & Operations and other team members to deliver effective people management and development solutions, reinforcing a positive work culture and enhancing the overall staff experience.

Responsibilities

• Implement HR and operations policies, procedures, and guidelines that align with Aceli’s strategic vision.
• Collaborate with the HR Lead in executing workforce planning initiatives, including sourcing, recruiting, and retaining high-caliber staff.
• Support the design and implementation of talent development initiatives, including learning interventions and career development plans.
• Manage HR services such as payroll administration, leave management, and HR database oversight.
• Oversee group personal life and accident cover, group medical coverage, pension schemes, and general insurance policies.
• Guide managers and their teams in applying effective performance management processes.
• Support the preparation and monitoring of the HR and operations budget.
• Stay informed about labor legislation and industry standards in the countries of operation.
• Regularly benchmark Aceli’s HR practices against best practices and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Support periodic HR audits and due diligence efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource or business-related subject.
• Registered member of IHRM/SHRM or equivalent professional body with a practicing license.
• Minimum of five (5) years of past experience in human resource management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong ability to exercise judgment and apply critical thought processes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a multi-country team.
• Culturally sensitive and upholds high standards of integrity.
• Solid foundational knowledge of HR and administration.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with internal and external clients.
• Meticulous with keen attention to detail.
• Experience with a HRIS or ERP system is an advantage.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Merit-based application consideration
• Inclusive of various demographics without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability

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