Compensation and Benefits Specialist (Johannesburg, South Africa or Nairobi, Kenya) Full Time

ABOUT GENESIS:

In a world undergoing convulsive technological and political change, Genesis partners with key actors to deliver urgent, lasting impact in critical areas.

Genesis, an impact firm founded, incorporated and headquartered in Africa, has worked in 46 African countries and more than 100 countries globally. Uniquely, Genesis is focused on the Young World – the arc of countries with young populations stretching across Africa, the Middle East, South Asia and parts of Southeast Asia.

By 2030 four in five children will be born in the Young World, making this region central to the future. With growing markets and young, productive populations, Young World countries have the most positive potential trajectory in the world. It is here that investments of all kinds will have the highest social and economic returns.

Our job at Genesis is to help societies, governments and businesses across the Young World succeed at three fundamental historic transitions:

• Reconfiguring economies: creating income for large, rapidly urbanising youth cohorts within a global economy undergoing profound changes
• A human transition: a fundamental rethink of how societies, governments and markets can ensure the health and cognitive and social well-being of all those young people, including the most vulnerable
• A just climate transition: both to decarbonise and to manage the human and economic impacts of a global crisis they did not cause
• To do this work, we are building a new type of impact firm

LOCATION:

Johannesburg, South Africa or Nairobi, Kenya.(You should have the legal right to work and live in the location)

PRACTICE AREA DESCRIPTION:

Group Services provides support to the business and covers Finance, HR, Business Development, IT, Marketing and Office Management. It consists of a team of valuable experts who provide trustworthy solutions to complex and everyday challenges. We are dedicated to accuracy and reliability and to working with each Practice Area, like interconnected cogs and flywheels, to build a trusted system. Our HR team, consisting of 11 dedicated professionals, plays a crucial role in supporting a global workforce exceeding 280 individuals spread across more than 25 geographies.

ROLE DESCRIPTION:

Our organisation is growing in size and geographic complexity. As a Compensation and Benefits Specialist in our international HR team, you will play a vital role in developing and implementing remuneration strategies, policies, and programs across our global organisation. Working closely with the Head of HR, talent acquisition, and Commercial teams, you will ensure that our remuneration practices are competitive, compliant, and aligned with our global business objectives. This role requires a deep understanding of remuneration principles, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively in an international context.

Your role will encompass:

• Compensation Strategy and Policy – Developing and implementing global remuneration strategies, policies, and frameworks to attract, retain, and motivate top talent at all levels of the organisation.
• Compensation Analysis and Design – Conduct in-depth analysis and evaluation of job roles to determine appropriate salary bands, grading structures, and bonus schemes.
• Global Rewards Programs – Research and implement global rewards programs, including recognition schemes, retention initiatives, and long-term incentive plans; manage the Employer of Record relationship across the business
• Data Analysis and Reporting – Collect and analyse compensation data from various sources to support decision-making and ensure internal equity and market competitiveness.
• Communication and Training – Develop and deliver training programs on compensation policies, practices, and tools for HR business partners, managers, and employees.

Requirements:

Genesis consultants carry a balanced combination of powerful intellect, strong technical skills, and a consulting character to match. Successful candidates for roles at Genesis:

• Are passionate, self-motivated and energetic problem-solvers
• Value integrity and exhibit ethical behaviour
• Are analytical thinkers and fast learners with an excellent academic record

A successful candidate will have a drive to create impact and a strong background in international HR Compensation and Benefits. You have a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience.

You are likely to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, or a related field. A master’s degree or professional certification in compensation and benefits is a plus.
• Extensive experience (5+ years) as a Compensation and Benefits Specialist or Compensation Analyst, in a global or multinational organisation.
• Strong knowledge of global compesation practices, including salary benchmarking, job evaluation systems, variable pay structures, and incentive plan design.
• Familiarity with local labour laws, regulations, and compliance requirements in multiple countries.
• Proficiency in data analysis and advanced Excel skills. Experience with compensation software or HRIS systems is desirable.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, across different cultures and geographies.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Self-motivated and resourceful, with the ability to work independently and prioritise multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

HOW TO APPLY

• Please follow the online application process on the career portal of the Genesis website, we are unable to accept any e-mailed CVs or applications
• Your application will primarily be considered for this role. If that are multiple roles that you are interested in, please submit your application to each position
• Once you have applied via our career portal, you will receive a system-generated confirmation e-mail that your application was received
• NOTE: Please be advised that uploaded documents/attachments cannot be bigger than 4MB in total, as the system will not accept your application if the uploaded documents exceed 4MB
• Communication will be with short-listed candidates only – if you do not receive any feedback on your application within 3 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful
• Genesis Analytics reserves the right not to proceed with an appointment of any advertised role
• All appointments will be made in line with Genesis Analytics’ Employment Equity Plan and Transformation Policies
• All applications will be treated confidentially