Empowering Health Care Delivery in Africa
VillageReach is a global health Organisation with offices in the Democratic Repubic of Congo, Malawi, Mozambique and the United States, with a mission to transform health care delivery to reach everyone, with a focus on the under-reached communities in Africa. Since 2016, Africa HR Solutions has been supporting VillageReach in expanding its operations and empowering communities across the African continent.
About VillageReach
VillageReach is a nonprofit Organisation dedicated to improving healthcare delivery in underserved communities, particularly in developing countries. They focus on strengthening the last mile of healthcare delivery systems, working to ensure that essential health products and services reach the most remote and marginalised populations. VillageReach collaborates with NGOs, governments, and was notably funded by USAID as a partner for the DELIVER Project.
About USAID
Established in 1961, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) plays a central role in global development and humanitarian endeavors. Operating under the U.S. State Department, USAID is entrusted with the administration of civilian foreign aid and development assistance. Its overarching objective is to foster sustainable development worldwide while also addressing urgent humanitarian needs. Collaborating with governments, NGOs, businesses, and local communities, USAID tackles a spectrum of challenges including poverty alleviation, disease prevention, food insecurity, and environmental conservation.
The Challenge
VillageReach’s noble cause and commitment to improve health care in low-resource communities required their expansion beyond the countries where they have offices. However, navigating the complex landscape of human resources, compliance, and payroll across multiple jurisdictions posed significant challenges. VillageReach required a trusted partner capable of streamlining their expansion process, ensuring compliance, and managing their diverse workforce seamlessly.
The Solution:
How Africa HR Solutions is assisting VillageReach across Africa
Africa HR Solutions stepped in as the trusted Employer of Record (EOR) partner for VillageReach, providing a comprehensive solution that enabled a compliant expansion into the targeted African countries. Leveraging our extensive experience and expertise in managing international workforces, we facilitated the seamless onboarding of 25 dedicated professionals across seven countries in Africa. These countries include the Ivory Coast, Kenya, Liberia, Nigeria, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
Ensuring Compliance and Payroll Accuracy
Navigating the intricacies of local regulations and employment laws in each country was a crucial aspect of VillageReach’s expansion journey. Africa HR Solutions diligently ensured compliance with local labour laws, tax regulations, and other statutory requirements in each jurisdiction. By assuming the role of the EOR, we took responsibility for payroll processing, calculating benefits, and managing employee compensation accurately and on time.
A Special Partnership
The partnership between VillageReach and Africa HR Solutions stands out as a testament to shared values and a common vision. VillageReach’s unwavering dedication to increase equitable access to health care for under-reached communities resonates with Africa HR Solutions’ commitment to enable growth and positive social impact across Africa. The longevity of this partnership has fostered a deep understanding of VillageReach’s unique requirements. This has, in turn, allowed us to develop tailored solutions to meet their evolving needs.
Empowering VillageReach's Humanitarian Goals
Beyond compliance and payroll management, our collabouration with VillageReach aligns with their mission and values. As an extension of their HR department, Africa HR Solutions has actively contributed to enhancing employee well-being and fostering a positive work environment. We have also helped VillageReach navigate payroll complexities.
Long-Term Impact
Over seven years, VillageReach and Africa HR Solutions have yielded remarkable results. Through our EOR services, VillageReach has successfully expanded operations across seven African countries. This has enabled them to have a tangible impact on health care delivery in low-resource communities. By onboarding 25 dedicated professionals, VillageReach has leveraged local expertise, cultural understanding, and language proficiency to drive sustainable change. This has helped improve health care outcomes for the most under-reached.
The Conclusion
The enduring partnership between VillageReach and Africa HR Solutions exemplifies the power of collabouration in advancing social causes. By providing comprehensive EOR solutions, Africa HR Solutions has supported VillageReach’s expansion. We have ensured compliance and facilitated the efficient management of their workforce across multiple African countries. Together, we continue to work towards Africa’s betterment, empowering communities and transforming health care delivery to reach everyone.