Human Resources Executive Manager (Africa - Ghana)

Location : Accra, Ghana

1. Recruitment & Hiring Execution

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes (screening, interviews, reference checks)
• Identify inconsistencies, gaps, or dishonesty in candidate profiles
• Ensure only candidates aligned with company expectations are hired
• Maintain strong control over hiring standards — no compromise hiring

2. Onboarding & Probation Management

• Closely monitor new hires during probation period
• Conduct regular performance and behavior evaluations
• Take decisive actions (confirmation, extension, or termination)
• Ensure new hires integrate quickly into company culture and expectations

3. Discipline & Performance Management

• Enforce company policies strictly and consistently
• Address underperformance immediately — no delays or avoidance
• Conduct difficult conversations with clarity and authority
• Work closely with department heads to resolve people-related issues

4. Attendance, Conduct & Compliance

• Monitor attendance, punctuality, and workplace behavior
• Ensure daily discipline across teams
• Investigate and resolve misconduct cases
• Maintain proper HR documentation and reporting

5. Employee Relations (Practical, Not Theoretical)

• Act as a control point between management and staff
• Handle complaints, conflicts, and escalations directly
• Maintain balance between fairness and company interest
• Prevent small issues from becoming operational problems

6. HR Operations & Administration

• Maintain employee records, contracts, and documentation
• Coordinate payroll inputs, leave tracking, and HR reporting
• Ensure all HR processes are executed accurately and on time
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Candidate Profile

• 3–7 years of experience in HR, preferably in operations-heavy environments (hospitality, construction, facilities, retail, etc.)
• Strong personality with the ability to enforce rules and handle pressure
• Not conflict-avoidant — comfortable making tough decisions
• High attention to detail and strong follow-up discipline
• Ability to work independently without constant supervision
• Practical mindset — focused on solutions, not theory
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What This Role Is Not

• Not a corporate HR role focused on presentations and policies
• Not a passive support function
• Not suitable for candidates who avoid confrontation or decision-making
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What Success Looks Like

• Low tolerance for poor performance across teams
• Strong hiring quality (reduced bad hires)
• Disciplined, structured workforce
• Issues identified and resolved early — not escalated late