People Advisor

People Advisor

Location: Antananarivo, Madagascar

About Us

We are a leading independent telecommunications infrastructure company with one of the most extensive tower portfolios across Africa and the Middle East. We build, acquire and operate shared telecom infrastructure that enables mobile network operators to deliver reliable and cost-effective connectivity. Our purpose is underpinned by integrity, partnership and excellence.

Overview

Reporting to the Head of People, the People Advisor plays a pivotal role in delivering a high-quality and efficient People function. Acting as an HR Generalist and HR Business Partner, you will support the full employee lifecycle, drive operational excellence, ensure compliance with corporate standards, and contribute to building an engaged and high-performing workforce.

Role Responsibilities

As a People Advisor, you will be responsible for:

• Delivering end-to-end HR operational activities across the employee lifecycle
• Supporting recruitment, onboarding and workforce planning activities
• Managing performance cycles within HR systems (SuccessFactors) and monitoring probation processes
• Providing first-level employee relations advice, supporting grievance and disciplinary processes
• Supporting talent management, succession planning and development initiatives
• Ensuring HR and payroll data accuracy, compliance and governance alignment
• Acting as the main People contact for administrative matters including contracts, letters and policy guidance
• Partnering with managers to provide day-to-day HR advisory support
• Supporting fleet lifecycle management including maintenance, insurance and cost monitoring
• Coordinating domestic and international business travel, mission orders, visas and visitor logistics
• Collaborating with Legal, Finance and Compliance on cross-functional matters
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives within People Operations

Requirements for the Role

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• A Master’s degree (Master 2 or equivalent) in Human Resources, Management or a related field
• At least five years’ progressive experience in senior HR positions
• Experience working in a fast-growing, emerging market environment
• Strong knowledge of performance management, talent management, workforce planning and payroll administration
• Experience using HRIS systems, preferably SuccessFactors
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Experience managing mobility and fleet operations (advantageous)

Desired Skills

• Stakeholder management and negotiation
• HR reporting and KPI tracking
• Business performance management
• Project coordination
• Knowledge of French language

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary
• Discretionary bonus
• Health insurance
• Life insurance