Sessions
Concurrent Session
The Changing Approach to HR in Africa: New HR Standards and Competencies
Convention Center: 204
Monday 06/20/2016 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
1.25 SHRM PDCs, 1.25 Global Credit
| Competencies: Leadership & Navigation, Global & Cultural Effectiveness
Workplace Application:
This session will highlight the transformational journey of HR in Africa from being a transactional-focused HR department to a sustainable strategic HR development.
The African economy is growing faster than any other continent in the world, with one-third of African countries having a GDP growth rate of more than 6%. HR needs to align itself with organizational strategy to add value to the business. The co-presenters are HR practitioners working for global companies operating in some of the most challenging countries on the continent. In this session, you will:
· Increase your ability to think globally while acting and operating locally.
· Learn how you can take our seat in the C-Suite as HR.
· Debunk the long-lasting perception of the HR function in Africa.
· Explore the new face of strategic HR and how it is a reality in the making.
