GQS GmbH is hiring a People Partner

Our Vision We're revolutionizing Africa's financial landscape into a digital ecosystem. In 2017, over half the Sub-Saharan population lacked banking access. Traditional financial systems impose prohibitive barriers—excessive fees, distant branches, and limited card acceptance. Individuals resort to cash storage, small businesses rely on predatory lending, and parents endure extensive queuing for cash-based transactions. We're transforming financial services through accessible, seamless solutions: zero account fees, instant availability, and universal acceptance. Despite infrastructure challenges, Wave enables reliable money transfers. Since our 2017 mobile app launch in Senegal for financial transactions, we've expanded to millions of users across 9 countries, experiencing rapid growth. Our objective is transforming Africa's monetary paradigm, and we need exceptional talent to achieve this vision... Strategic People Partner Opportunity Wave has become Senegal's largest financial institution, serving over 7 million users. We're seeking a strategic HR professional combining analytical thinking, curiosity, and practical implementation skills to shape organizational talent strategies. You'll collaborate across teams to enhance workforce development, support talent initiatives, and drive organizational effectiveness. Your responsibilities will encompass performance optimization, talent management, and employee experience enhancement. Key Responsibilities: Organizational Design & Effectiveness - Collaborate with leadership to refine team structures - Conduct organizational health assessments using people analytics - Support change management and cultural alignment - Drive cross-functional employee engagement projects Learning & Development Collaborations - Identify developmental priorities across organizational functions - Support individual growth planning - Embed learning insights into performance frameworks - Monitor learning initiative participation Talent Management & Growth - Map career progression frameworks - Facilitate performance review processes - Develop succession planning strategies - Collaborate on talent acquisition pipelines Talent Program Development - Manage internship and rotation programs - Identify high-potential candidates for continued development Employer Branding Enhancement - Collaborate with marketing to showcase authentic organizational culture - Develop compelling recruitment narratives Position Details: - Location: Abidjan or Dakar offices - Work authorization in Côte d'Ivoire/Senegal - Permanent position - Competitive, transparent compensation - Comprehensive health coverage - Extensive parental leave - Airtime reimbursement - Office amenities Qualifications: - 5-8 years HR/talent management experience - Business/HR degree - Bilingual French/English - Talent leadership expertise - Operational employee relations background - Cross-cultural communication skills Ideal Candidate Attributes: - Strategic yet operationally focused - Strong coaching and communication skills - Analytically driven - Relationship-building capabilities - Adaptable and mission-oriented Our Team: - Expanding presence across multiple African countries - Mission-driven organizational culture - Employee autonomy emphasized - Backed by premier global investors - Y Combinator top revenue performer Application Process: Submit comprehensive application including resume and motivational letter. We prioritize diverse, inclusive talent recruitment.