People Operations Associate

About the role

Wave is building the first cashless continent in Africa and needs a dedicated People Operations Associate to keep its Conakry and up‑country offices running smoothly. You will own HR processes, office administration, and logistics, ensuring a productive and compliant work environment.

Key responsibilities

• Implement and maintain HR policies, procedures, and administrative systems across Wave Guinea.
• Onboard new staff, integrate them into Wave’s culture, and serve as the primary HR business partner.
• Manage employee records, including compensation, benefits, insurance, promotions, transfers, performance reviews, and terminations.
• Process work permits for employees as needed.
• Oversee day‑to‑day office operations, health and safety compliance, and facility management (front desk, utilities, security, supplies, equipment, inventory).
• Create monthly trackers and operational reports.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace and manage cleaning and security staff.
• Handle bill payments for utilities and support initiatives that improve the working environment.
• Arrange domestic and international travel (visas, flights, hotels, car rentals) and manage fleet, fuel, and drivers.
• Manage office budgets, procurements, canteen vendors, and plan corporate events such as happy hours, retreats, and conferences.

Required profile

• Fast‑paced, data‑driven professional who enjoys building systems and getting things done.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Work authorization in Guinea.

Required skills