The HR Director is responsible for recommending and coordinating the execution of the human resource strategy in support of the overall business plan and strategic direction of the organization

KEY SKILLS

• Ability to liaise in a professional and persuasive manner with staff at all levels in the The HR Director needs to understand the metro system at hand as well as the organization and policies in place.
• Strong experience in local culture and regulatory environment. Understanding of political and economic trends in the country.
• Service oriented culture: build trust with operational managers at all levels. Strong experience in working collaboratively and cross-functionally.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and negotiation skills as well as relationship management skills.
• Role model in integrity and ethical standards.
• Proactive attitude with a strong sense of conviction.
• Experience from large complex disposal/integration processes, and large and long contracts.
• Previous work in Public Transportation (desirable) or in complex and big organisations
• Comfortable in representing the corporation to relevant stakeholders.
• Manage priorities effectively with enough flexibility to respond to changing needs and requirements.
• Acts on own initiative and able to take a creative, innovative approach as well as work as part of a team.
• Has a strong leadership and business acumen.
• Competent in Global & Cultural Awareness, Critical Evaluation and Consultation.
• Expert in Requisite Organization model (foundation of Keolis Way) Experience.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 10 - 15 years’ generalist/operational HR experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience advising at a senior management level/board level as a HR Director.
• Experience of leading a team of people.
• Practical experience of delivering change in complex and demanding environments.
• Experience of working in a diverse, multi-site organisation.
• Client facing experience
• Experienced coach and mentor.

EDUCATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences or other professional degree from top schools, with a postgraduate specialization in HR, master’s degree in HRM, business or public administration, or closely related field.
• At least ten years of applicable experience in the Public Service industry (preferred) or in corporate and complex organisations.