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Pipeline Development Program Manager Job
Date: May 3, 2011
Location: IIkoyi - Lagos, Nigeria
Job Number: 1365057
Business: GE Energy
Business Segment: Energy - Oil & Gas
Posted Position Title: Pipeline Development Program Manager
Career Level: Experienced
Function: Human Resources
Function Segment: Organization and Staffing
Location: Nigeria
City: IIkoyi - Lagos
Relocation Assistance Yes
Role Summary/Purpose:
As a member of the GE Africa Human Resources' team, this role will be responsible for managing pipeline development and localization programs (corporate and regional specific programs: ~100 Employees, 30 interns and over 7 distinct programs) across the region. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing strategy, curriculum, training, and assignment identification processes to position the region for growth by providing an effective & sustainable pipeline development strategy.
Essential Responsibilities
•Partner with HR and business leaders to prioritize and establish program strategies that support immediate and long term business needs
•Strategic workforce planning that involves the proactive identification and program placements aligned with the growth trajectory for the region
•Facilitate candidate evaluation, selection and hiring process. Manage cross-regional rotations (securing the applicable work permits and visas as needed)
•Identify and place program participants in business critical assignments that bring value to the business and develops talent
•Identify and build training, projects, and experiences that further develop program participants
•Facilitate rotation evaluations; performance appraisals, and effective mentor and assignment matches. Drive performance management process throughout program life-cycle
•Analyze recruitment, retention, and development trends and adjust programs accordingly. Ensure competitive program standards and high integrity through high quality rotations and consistent skills development
•Government tracking and reporting
•Work with program members to identify areas of improvement and create a culture of change able to support a dynamic business
•Provide continuous mentorship and feedback for program members
•Work closely with HR, business leaders, and program members to facilitate successful off-program placements with the goal of 100% retention
•Partner with the Recruiting and Staffing team on developing and maintaining the appropriate recruitment channels & relationships, positioning GE Africa as an Employer of Choice
•Ownership of the onboarding & assimilation processes for program participants
•Manage program budgets
•Lead program events and networking opportunities including senior leadership engagements, volunteer events, graduation, etc.
Qualifications/Requirements:
•Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution
•Ability to work unrestricted in Nigeria, South Africa, Angola, or Kenya.
•Minimum 5 years of broad HR experience that includes 1-2 years in a generalist role and 1-2 years in a recruiting/talent development role.
•Strong written & oral communication skills with the ability to influence all levels of the organization and multicultural/international environments.
•Credible track record of delivering impactful results/solutions in a complex, fast paced work environment
•Demonstrated leadership and ability to work in a matrix team environment.
•Ability to handle multiple priorities and initiate, lead and manage change.
•Project management, facilitation and complex problem-solving skills.
•High energy level, driven with positive enthusiasm & a pragmatic approach.
•Fluency in English (oral and written) required.
•Ability to travel (~25 – 30%) throughout the region to maintain a pulse on program quality, needs, etc.
Desired Characteristics
•Master's degree in Business Administration or a Human Resources related field.
•Fluency in French strongly preferred
•HR leadership in a start-up/entrepreneurial environment
•Previous experience managing people or processes
•Previous program experience, either leadership or as a participant
Job Segments:
Curriculum, Education, Energy, Human Resources, Management, Manager, Performance Management, Pipeline, Program Manager, Project Manager, Sustainability, Technology
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