SAP HCM Lead Consultant

We seeking a highly skilled SAP S/4HANA Lead HCM Consultant to lead the implementation of SAP’s Human

Capital Management (HCM) modules for a major public sector project in Botswana. This role involves a 12-month on-site

engagement, where you will work closely with the client’s HR teams to modernize and optimize human resources

processes, alongside managing a team of remote consultants.

Key Responsibilities

• Implementation and Configuration:

o Oversee the end-to-end implementation and configuration of SAP S/4HANA HCM modules, including

Personnel Administration, Organizational Management, Payroll, and Time Management.

o Ensure alignment with public sector standards and client-specific needs to maximize operational

efficiency and HR capabilities.

• HR Process Analysis and Redesign:

o Work with client HR teams to assess current HR processes, identifying areas for improvement and

designing solutions that leverage SAP’s HCM functionalities.

o Drive business process re-engineering to enhance HR practices and create value-added transformations

for the client.

• User Training and Support:

o Develop and deliver user training sessions to ensure successful system adoption.

o Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting for end-users post-implementation, helping to secure long-

term benefits from the new system.

• Stakeholder Engagement:

o Engage HR stakeholders to gather requirements, present solutions, and obtain buy-in on proposed

changes.

o Act as a key advisor to the client’s HR leaders on best practices and the future state of HR operations

enabled by SAP HCM.

• Documentation and Compliance:

o Ensure complete and accurate system documentation, meeting regulatory requirements for HR data,

including data privacy and confidentiality standards.

Requirements

• Experience: Significant experience implementing SAP S/4HANA HCM solutions, should have at least 2 projects

as a Lead HCM consultant for SAP S/4HANA implementations.

• SAP Certification: Certification in SAP S/4HANA HCM is preferred.

• HR Process Expertise: Deep understanding of human resources processes and challenges, ideally with an HR

background.

• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, capable of addressing complex HR issues.

• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to manage stakeholder

relationships and convey technical solutions to a non-technical audience.

Pre-Qualifications

• Location Commitment: Willingness to relocate to Gaborone, Botswana, for the project duration.

• Availability: Immediately.

• Experience: At least 2 major end to end S/4 HANA implementation as Lead HCM Consultant.

Benefits

• Opportunity to lead a high-profile public sector ERP implementation.

• Work with a highly skilled and motivated team.

• Explore Botswana’s rich wildlife and natural beauty.