Global Human Resources Director

About Degas

Degas' mission is 'Changing people’s lives, dramatically.' We are an innovative AI technology company focused on developing scalable, AI-driven global products that address the world’s greatest challenges. Alongside our most advanced tech products, we also have dedicated operations that increase the income of smallholder farmers in Africa and beyond, leveraging our expertise in data aggregation, AI credit scoring, satellite observations, financing, and carbon markets. This dual approach enables us to make a global impact while delivering tangible benefits to developing countries.

About the role

The Global Human Resources (HR) Director is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing all aspects of Degas’ human resources strategy and operations on a global scale. Degas is a global company with over 200 people in Ghana and more than 10 nationalities dispersed across the world, each bringing unique perspectives and backgrounds. This role involves leading the development and implementation of HR strategies that attract, develop, and retain top talent worldwide while fostering a culture of inclusivity and innovation. The Global HR Director will drive organisational effectiveness by aligning Human Resource initiatives with Degas’ mission and business goals. Management and hiring experiences among diverse backgrounds are highly appreciated, and this position is designed with the potential to evolve into the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) role as the company continues to expand.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic HR Leadership : Develop and implement global HR strategies that align with Degas' mission and drive employee engagement, performance, and retention across the organization.
• Talent Acquisition and Management : Oversee global recruitment strategies and develop hiring practices that attract top talent from diverse backgrounds, ensuring a workforce that spans urban centers to rural areas. Foster an inclusive culture that values contributions from all employees.
• Employee Development and Performance : Design and implement training programs that support continuous learning and leadership development. Manage a global performance system that ensures consistency, fairness, and alignment with Degas’ goals.
• Compensation, Benefits, and Compliance : Lead the design of competitive compensation and benefits programs. Ensure global compliance with labor laws and uphold ethical HR practices.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) : Champion DEI initiatives that enhance workplace diversity and ensure equitable treatment for all employees. Monitor progress and recommend continuous improvements.
• HR Technology and Analytics : Leverage HR technology and analytics to drive data-informed decisions, streamline processes, and ensure the security of employee data.
• Global HR Operations : Oversee day-to-day HR operations, managing budgets, and collaborating with regional teams to address local challenges while maintaining global consistency.
• Leadership and Team Development : Mentor and lead the global HR team, fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Provide coaching to HR team members, setting clear goals and recognizing achievements.
  
  

You Could Be a Great Fit for This Role If You Have

• Extensive HR Experience: 10+ years across HR functions, with at least 5 years in leadership roles within global or multinational organizations.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to analyze complex data, make informed decisions, and solve problems in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Comfort working across different functions, with strong communication skills to clearly convey concepts to diverse teams.
• Adaptability and Action-Oriented Mindset: A bias toward action, with a proven ability to drive outcomes under tight timelines while adapting to changing conditions.
• Passion for Degas' Mission: A deep commitment to transforming lives through innovative AI and technology, especially in developing regions.
• Startup and Leadership Experience: Thrives in a startup setting, demonstrating leadership, big-picture thinking, and the ability to manage diverse teams from different cultural, economic, and geographic backgrounds.
  
  

Encouragement to Apply

If some of the qualifications mentioned above don't align perfectly with your experience, we still want to hear from you! We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single qualification listed.

Location

This role is REMOTE with travel required to Degas regional offices, partner sites and HQ in Japan as needed.

Compensation

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
  
  

How we’re different

• Degas is committed to the mission of 'Changing people’s lives, dramatically' as an impact-oriented, for-profit startup. Degas has achieved 2x year-over-year revenue growth for the past three years and has established a profitable farmer financing business. In 2023 alone, we doubled the incomes of over 26,000 smallholder farmers in Africa, as verified by a third-party assessment.
• We leverage both advanced and 'primitive' technologies, from GPUs for state-of-the-art foundation models to offline-enabled mobile apps for data aggregation in rural areas of developing countries.
• We prioritise long-term thinking, investing in technology, operations, and people to change the world in ways no one has ever done before.
  

Support

If you have a condition or require an adjustment to our interview process - please let us know so we can make adjustments to support you. Degas is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law.