About Us:

UpEnergy delivers high-impact, emission-reducing projects that accelerate decarbonization and create long-term benefits for local communities. We focus on making life-improving clean technologies available across Africa, impacting millions of lives and significantly reducing CO2 emissions. With a growing team spread across multiple countries, we seek motivated and entrepreneurial talent eager to help us deliver even more impact.

About The Role:

Reporting to the Talent Manager, the Talent Officer, will support the implementation of UpEnergy’s Global Talent Strategy within the Ghana operations. The role will be responsible for managing day-to-day HR activities, supporting recruitment, employee relations, performance management, learning and development, and ensuring compliance with Ghana Labour Laws.

The Talent Officer will play a critical role in fostering a positive organizational culture rooted in teamwork, accountability, inclusiveness, and high performance, while serving as a trusted point of contact for employees and managers.

Key Responsibilities:

Compensation, Benefits, and HR Operations:

• Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems, ensuring all new hires are properly onboarded.
• Coordinate probation reviews, confirmations, contract renewals, and exit processes.
• Manage employee benefits including health insurance, SSNIT contributions, and other statutory benefits.
• Support monthly payroll processing by providing accurate employee data and resolving payroll-related queries.
• Ensure full compliance with Ghana Labour Laws and statutory HR requirements.
• Support recruitment activities across Ghana in collaboration with hiring managers and the Global Talent team.

Employee Relations & Talent Policies:

• Support the communication and consistent application of Global and local HR policies.
• Act as a bridge between management and employees by addressing HR-related queries, grievances, and disciplinary matters.
• Promote organizational values and a positive employee experience.
• Monitor employee leave, ensure proper documentation, and support leave planning across teams.

Talent Management & Leadership Development:

• Support retention, succession planning, and leadership development initiatives.
• Coordinate learning and development programs, trainings, and capacity-building initiatives.
• Assist in implementing coaching and mentoring programs in collaboration with departmental heads.

Performance Management & HR Compliance:

• Support the implementation of the performance management cycle including goal setting, regular check-ins, appraisals, and development planning.
• Engage line managers on performance improvement, feedback, and employee development initiatives.
• Support HR reporting and documentation for audits and internal reviews.

Does This Sound Like You:

Must Have:

• Minimum of 2–4 years’ experience in a Human Resources or Talent Officer/Generalist role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong working knowledge of Ghana Labour Laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR Information Systems.

Nice to Have:

• Professional HR certification (e.g., IHRMP, CIPD).
• Experience working in a fast-paced or multi-country organization.

Why Join Us?

Your Impact, Amplified

Joining UpEnergy means becoming part of a mission-driven team dedicated to making a tangible difference in the world. Our focus is on ensuring that the world's poorest are not left behind in global decarbonization efforts, and that sustainable, life-improving technologies reach those who need them most. As a fast-growing organization, we provide the unique opportunity to work on innovative projects that directly impact millions of lives across Africa. Whether you're on the ground implementing projects or supporting our global expansion, you'll be part of a dynamic team where your work contributes to reducing CO2 emissions and fighting energy poverty. This is more than just a job—it's a chance to create lasting change and be at the forefront of a global movement towards equitable decarbonization.