About The Company
People First Consult is recruiting on behalf of a leading and well-established manufacturing company in Ethiopia, operating in the paints, décor, adhesives, and waterproofing sector. The company has its head office and manufacturing facility in Addis Ababa, with a salesforce distributed nationwide.
The organization is part of a globally recognized multinational group with headquarters in Asia and a strong presence across South Asia, the GCC, the South Pacific, and Africa. The Group is widely regarded as one of the top players in the paints and coatings industry worldwide.
The Role
The company is seeking a dynamic and experienced Ethiopian national to take on the role of Human Resources & Administration Head. This is a senior leadership position responsible for driving both strategic and operational HR and administrative functions across the organization.
The successful candidate will lead and oversee key areas through a dedicated HR team, ensuring alignment with the company’s overall business objectives and growth strategy.
Job brief
Lead and manage all HR, compliance, and administrative functions to ensure smooth operations, strong employee engagement, and full legal compliance across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
1. Recruitment & Onboarding
Plan workforce needs across all departments
Manage recruitment processes, agencies, contracts, and background checks
Develop job descriptions and induction programs for new employees
2. Training & Development
Conduct training needs analysis and manage training budgets
Design and implement training programs with external partners
Lead performance and development planning with business heads
3. Compensation & Benefits
Manage salary structures, benefits, and employee cost budgets
Conduct benchmarking and salary reviews
Oversee payroll preparation and compensation planning
4. Performance Management
Implement company-wide performance appraisal systems
Monitor employee performance and lifecycle development
5. Industrial Relations
Maintain stable factory operations and manage employee relations
Handle grievances and ensure compliance with labor standards
Support wage negotiations and maintain industrial peace
6. Employee Engagement
Drive employee engagement and positive workplace culture
Manage grievance mechanisms and internal communication
Lead employer branding initiatives
7. Compliance & Policy
Ensure full legal and labor law compliance
Maintain HR policies, attrition data, and employee records
Report compliance status to senior leadership
8. Administration
Oversee travel, logistics, security, and general admin services
Manage vendor relationships and expense controls
Experience & Qualifications:
At least 10 years HR experience, preferably in manufacturing
Strong hands-on HR across operations, recruitment, ER/IR, performance, compliance, and admin
Multinational experience is an advantage
Able to work independently and engage effectively with
Good ability to train people