Compensation and Benefits Manager

Role overview

Africell RDC, part of the pan-African mobile telecommunications group Africell, is hiring a Compensation and Benefits Manager for its Kinshasa office in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. This position sits within the HR function and focuses on payroll, compensation, benefits, compliance, reporting, and employee support.

HR systems and data integrity

• Oversee HRIS and payroll platforms.
• Keep employee records accurate and up to date.
• Check data quality across HR systems and correct inconsistencies.
• Help improve and automate payroll and benefits workflows.

Reporting and analytics

• Deliver clear compensation and benefits reports to HR leadership.
• Prepare recurring analysis on payroll expense, benefits spending, and workforce compensation patterns.
• Assist the HR Director with workforce cost reviews.
• Provide inputs for budgeting and workforce planning.

Outsourced workforce administration

• Coordinate payroll and benefits supervision for outsourced staff managed through agencies.
• Review and verify payroll submissions from outsourcing partners.
• Confirm that vendors follow contract terms, employment regulations, and statutory payment obligations.

Employee support and query handling

• Offer employees timely guidance on pay and benefits matters.
• Explain payslips and compensation structures clearly.
• Maintain transparent communication about remuneration policies.

Audit, controls, and risk management

• Build and maintain controls to reduce payroll and benefits exposure.
• Implement mechanisms that strengthen payroll governance.
• Carry out periodic internal payroll audits.
• Ensure alignment with internal governance requirements.
• Detect and reduce risks linked to payroll mistakes or fraud.

Experience and working style

The role requires a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience and a practical, proactive approach. The successful candidate should be comfortable working with diverse teams and environments, and should bring strong resilience, adaptability, analytical thinking, and communication skills.

Required knowledge and tools

• Hands-on experience with payroll systems and benefits administration.
• Working knowledge of DRC labour law and tax obligations, including IRT and INSS.
• Understanding of compensation structures, benefits design, and payroll tax requirements.
• Strong command of HRIS tools and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to use HR data to support decisions.
• Stakeholder management and influencing ability.
• Good problem-solving and analytical capability.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• French language ability is an advantage.

About Africell

Africell is a long-established African telecommunications company with more than 25 years of presence across the continent. The company focuses on core markets, invests for the long term, and aims to help bridge the digital divide through affordable, fast, and secure mobile connectivity. Africell operates in Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo, The Gambia, and Sierra Leone, with additional presence through its London head office.

Why this opportunity stands out

• Purpose-led work that contributes to meaningful connectivity and access.
• Opportunities for learning, mentorship, and career mobility.
• An inclusive environment that values local talent and diverse perspectives.
• A culture built around innovation and practical solutions for African markets.
• A chance to contribute to community development through jobs, partnerships, and other initiatives.

Additional information

This role is based in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, and is a full-time onsite position. The position supports Africell’s mission of delivering affordable and secure mobile connectivity across Africa.