Francis Arihilam

Francis Arihilam is a seasoned Human Resources professional with extensive experience across various roles in talent management, performance improvement, and employee development. Currently serving as Head of Human Resources for West Africa at Autochek Africa, Francis oversees HR operations in multiple African countries and has led initiatives such as the development of a pay grade framework and a comprehensive Learning Management System. Previous roles include Learning & Performance Manager and Talent Acquisition & People Analytics Specialist, where key achievements included designing a Competency & Career Development Matrix and implementing performance management systems. Additionally, Francis has experience as a Lecturer at the Institute of Counseling in Nigeria, and held HR positions at Cars45 and A.T. Metzger LLC, focusing on recruitment, analytics, and performance management. Educational qualifications include a degree in People Analytics from The Wharton School, Psychological First Aid from Johns Hopkins University, and a Bachelor's Degree in Philosophy and Religions from the University of Benin.