HC Systems Manager

At Mukuru, we're on a mission to create financial inclusion across Africa, and we know that exceptional employee experiences start with exceptional technology. We're looking for a Human Capital Systems Manager who is passionate about people, systems, data, and AI to lead the evolution of our Human Capital technology ecosystem.

This is more than a systems role. It's an opportunity to drive digital transformation, influence strategic decision-making, and build intelligent solutions that make work better for hundreds of employees across multiple countries. If you enjoy solving complex challenges, optimising processes, and leveraging technology to create meaningful impact, we'd love to meet you.

You'll be the driving force behind our Human Capital technology landscape, ensuring our systems are efficient, connected, scalable, and future ready.

Your key focus areas will include:

• Own and optimise our Human Capital systems landscape, including HRIS, ATS, payroll and other people technologies.
• Develop and execute the HC technology roadmap aligned to business and People strategy.
• Drive system enhancements, integrations, testing, upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner with Technology, Finance, Payroll and business stakeholders to deliver seamless employee experiences.

• Identify opportunities to automate and improve People processes using AI and intelligent automation.
• Design and implement AI-powered solutions, workflows and digital experiences.
• Support adoption of emerging technologies that improve efficiency, reporting and decision-making.
• Evaluate new tools and innovations that can create measurable business value.

• Act as the custodian of the payroll systems environment, ensuring functionality, governance and continuous optimisation.
• Partner closely with Payroll teams to support system requirements, enhancements and reporting needs.
• Ensure payroll technology supports remuneration practices, compliance requirements and business growth.

• Partner with Talent Acquisition teams to enhance ATS functionality and candidate experience.
• Improve recruitment workflows, automation and system integrations.
• Ensure recruitment technology remains secure, efficient and scalable.

• Leverage data and analytics to provide actionable workforce insights.
• Improve reporting capabilities and support data-driven decision-making across the business.
• Champion data integrity and governance across all Human Capital systems.

We're seeking someone who combines technical expertise with strong business understanding and a genuine passion for People technology.

• 8+ years' experience working with HR technology, HRIS, payroll systems or enterprise systems environments.
• Proven experience leading system optimisation, integrations and digital transformation initiatives.
• Experience working with HRIS, ATS and payroll platforms.
• Strong knowledge of remuneration, payroll processes and associated governance requirements.
• Experience managing vendors and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience implementing AI, automation or workflow transformation solutions.

You'll thrive in this role if you have experience with:

• HRIS and ATS platforms
• PaySpace or similar payroll solutions
• API integrations and workflow automation
• Microsoft Copilot and AI-enabled technologies
• Power Automate, automation platforms and digital workflow tools
• Data analytics and reporting solutions

• Strategic thinking
• Systems and process optimisation
• Stakeholder management and influencing capability
• Business analysis and problem solving
• Change management and communication skills
• Curiosity around AI and emerging technologies
• Strong attention to detail and execution focus