Role Description The HR Manager at Skills to Career will oversee people operations, including talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, and employee engagement for a growing, mission-driven EdTech organization. This part-time remote role involves developing HR policies and processes, supporting leadership with workforce planning, and ensuring compliance with relevant labor regulations. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing recruitment pipelines, coordinating interviews, maintaining HR records, and facilitating onboarding and offboarding processes. The HR Manager will also design initiatives that support professional development, promote a positive and inclusive culture, and provide guidance on employee relations and conflict resolution. Collaboration with cross-functional teams to align HR practices with organizational goals is a key aspect of the role.
Qualifications
- Experience in core HR functions such as recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and employee relations.
- Skills in developing and implementing HR policies, procedures, and frameworks that support organizational growth.
- Ability to manage remote teams, foster engagement, and support a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills, with the ability to build trust across all levels.
- Proficiency with HR information systems, applicant tracking tools, and productivity software used in remote work settings.
- Understanding of labor laws and HR best practices in relevant jurisdictions, particularly within African markets.
- Experience in education, EdTech, or talent development environments is highly beneficial.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Professional HR certifications (such as SHRM, CIPD, or similar) are an advantage but not mandatory.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities in a part-time capacity, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.