A leading international construction company is expanding its operations in West Africa and is opening a new branch in Togo. The company specializes in the execution of large-scale projects, including:
- Roads
- Infrastructure works
- Dams
- Shoreline protection
- Buildings
- Other major civil engineering and construction projects
To support this expansion, the company is seeking an experienced HR Manager to establish and lead the Human Resources function for the Togo operations.
Responsibilities
- Set up and develop the HR department from scratch for the Togo branch, including HR policies, procedures, and systems in line with group standards and local regulations.
- Manage end-to-end recruitment for construction and infrastructure projects, including local and expatriate staff across technical, operational, and support roles.
- Oversee employee onboarding, employment contracts, probation, performance management, and offboarding processes.
- Handle all expatriate-related matters, including work visas, residency permits, labor documentation, and coordination with immigration and government authorities.
- Ensure compliance with local labor laws in Togo and applicable regional regulations.
- Act as a strategic HR partner to management, providing guidance on workforce planning, organizational structure, and employee relations.
- Manage employee relations, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution within a multicultural and multinational workforce.
- Coordinate payroll, benefits administration, and relationships with external service providers.
- Support health, safety, and welfare initiatives in coordination with project and site management teams.
- Serve as the HR liaison between headquarters, regional offices, and the Togo branch.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, or a related field; a Master’s degree or HR certification is an advantage.
- Minimum 5–8 years of HR generalist experience, preferably in construction, civil engineering, or infrastructure environments.
- Fluency in French is mandatory.
- English proficiency is a strong advantage.
- Experience in West Africa is preferred; prior experience in Togo or another French-speaking African country is a strong plus.
- Proven experience setting up HR functions and processes from the ground up.
- Strong background in managing expatriates, including visas, work permits, and employees of multiple nationalities.
- Background in road construction or large-scale infrastructure projects is a plus.
- Solid understanding of labor law compliance and HR best practices in emerging markets.
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently in a dynamic, project-based, and fast-growing environment.
Location
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Togo
Schedule
- Monday to Friday | 08:00 AM till 05:00 PM
- Saturday | 08:00 AM till 02:00 PM
Benefits
- Basic | Car | House | Medical Insurance | Life Insurance | Allowance in Local Currency | 2 Roundtrip Tickets