Libya - EOR (Employer of Record)

Africa HR Solutions provides Libya EOR (Employer of Record) services for organizations that want to hire expats and local nationals in Libya. We enable you to run payroll without first establishing a branch office or subsidiary in Libya. Your workforce is hired according to local labor laws.

As a Libya EOR (Employer of Record) expert, Africa HR Solutions manages employment contract best practices and guarantees 100% compliance for your workers in Libya.

Overview of Libya

Located in North Africa, Libya borders the Mediterranean Sea. Surrounded by Egypt, Sudan, Chad, Niger, Algeria, and Tunisia, a vast majority of the country is desert or semi-desert.

Its largest city and capital, Tripoli, is a major coastal oasis serving a region growing olives, vegetables, citrus fruit, tobacco, and grains.

Payroll Outsourcing in Libya

Gross Domestic Product (GDP):

$41.88 billion

31.4% growth

$6,018.4 per capita

Unemployment Rate: 19.6%

Capital

Tripoli is the official capital city of Libya and the largest town of
the country as well. Found one of the best natural harbors in the north
of the country, Tripoli looks like a modern and antique city. The rich
cultural sites and historical inspirations will leave visitors and
expats breathless.

Currency

Libyan Dinar

Languages

Arabic is the official language of Libya but the Tamazight which is a
native language is also widely-spoken as well as English and Italian.

Economy

The Libyan’s economy is all about the energy sector who’s a
predominant industry in the country, representing around 95% of the
export earnings of the country. The sales of crude oil and natural gas
has helped the country to boost the country’s economy up. It is now a
Top oil producer across the country. The agricultural industries which
is among the main industries as well employ more than half of the
population. Cash crops such as cereals and others are grown and
cultivated for domestic purposes.

Work permit

Applying for a work permit may be done whilst in the country or before the contractor is deployed in the said location.

Africa HR Solutions Ltd ensures that the contractor obtains the work
permit in the correct way to ensure that he/she is not disrupted by
local authorities in any form once the work process has commenced.

A work permit may take a few weeks to secure but Africa HR Solutions
Ltd ensures that the work permit application process is done in the
most efficient way possible and that all requirements are adhered to,
including and informing the contractor and end user of any additional
requirements that may be needed.

We highly advise the contractor to directly apply for a work permit before entering the country.

The process of obtaining these various documents is very
difficult however Africa HR Solutions Ltd ensures that the process is
done with utmost efficiency to ensure that the contractor is deployed in
a timely fashion.

Interesting Fact about Libya:

Libya was an Italian colony from 1910 through 1947. The official
language today is Arabic and a little English and Italian are also
spoken especially in the cities.

Here at Africa HR, We Offer A Professional Employment Outsourcing (PEO) Facility.

We provide businesses with wide range of human resources services which includes:

Human Resources Management

Salary Surveys

Payroll Administration and processing

Immigration Solutions

Recruiting and Outplacement support

Government Compliance

GRANT GERAGHTY

GRANT GERAGHTY

HEAD OF CLIENT RELATIONSHIP

Grant Geraghty is the longest-serving member of the Africa HR team. This resident subject matter expert and client champion is responsible for gaining a deep understanding of our clients’ unique HR needs in Africa and providing tailored solutions that align with their business objectives. Grant collaborates closely with our clients to ensure that their requirements are properly implemented, providing ongoing support and guidance throughout the process.

Grant brings a wealth of experience to his role, having served as Africa HR’s longest-serving employee. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree, with a major in Economics and Business Finance, from the University of Natal in South Africa. Additionally, he has completed a certification program in Payroll and Tax Administration from the University of Cape Town, further enhancing his expertise in HR operations and compliance.

His commitment to delivering exceptional service and his extensive knowledge of HR in Africa make him an invaluable member of the Africa HR team.

KEVINA TAKOORDYAL

KEVINA TAKOORDYAL

HEAD OF OPERATIONS

Kevina Takoordyal has a BA Hons Business Management from the University of Glamorgan, UK, with MBA in leadership and Innovation, MBA General, PMP Certified, and Agile Scrum Master. She currently works as the Head of Operations at Africa HR Solutions Ltd with more than 20 years of proven leadership capabilities in Operations, Business Development, People Management, Process Optimization, and Project Management in the Financial Services, BPO, Banking Industry, and Heath Care Industry. In Senior leadership roles with an international footprint across Europe working and extensive Pan- African experience from a compliance, finance, and operations angle, Kevina comes across with a panoply of cross-functional skills. Kevina also serves on a few Boards, Non-Independent Executive at MioD and for NGOs on a voluntary basis, a coach and mentor to aspiring female leaders across Africa and Mauritius.

Kevina is a firm believer in Servant Leadership with a strong focus and commitment to uplifting others, with the ability to deliver through a highly engaged – diverse team, and works towards consistently synergistic value creation. While being a focused and adaptive thinker and Kevina is actively participating in panel discussions on Innovation, CX, Digital transformation.

Kevina serves as Project Assessor for the National Youth upskilling program. She has been recognized as Global Talent in a few companies, Ceridian, and International SOS Ltd whereby she has been awarded a few scholarships and had the opportunity to be mentored by Senior Vice President in the US. Award Winner in various fields and at a national level and recognized including Super Achiever Leader Award in Africa in 2016, Awarded Africa Women Leader 2018.

VILOSHNA PACKIRY POULLE​

VILOSHNA PACKIRY POULLE

Head of Finance & Business Support

Viloshna is an experienced finance professional with 18 years of expertise in strategic financial planning, financial analysis, cash flow management, systems and controls implementation, financial reporting, and continuous process improvements. She currently serves as Head of Finance & Business Support, where she has successfully automated and leveraged the financial reporting system capabilities to ensure efficient company operations.

Viloshna’s background includes senior roles in a multinational pharmaceutical company and a large listed Mauritian conglomerate. Her meticulous attention to detail and strategic thinking have streamlined financial processes, making her a valuable addition to any finance team. Viloshna is a qualified finance professional with an FCCA qualification and an MBA, bringing valuable expertise to any organization.

In her current role, Viloshna leads the company’s Treasury and Payments function, including the fulfillment of the company’s cross-border payments into Africa. With her strong educational background and extensive experience, Viloshna consistently demonstrates her ability to optimize financial operations, minimize risks, and improve profitability. Her expertise in financial reporting and process improvements make her a valuable asset to any organization.

MARK DU PREEZ​

MARK DU PREEZ

Head of Legal & Compliance

A qualified lawyer who joined Africa HR Solutions in July 2020, Mark Du Preez has experience working in private practice for a reputable law firm in South Africa. He also played commercially focused roles at a leading private bank, wealth management company, and outsourcing firm in South Africa and Mauritius.

Mark has played a pivotal role in Africa HR Solution’s risk mitigation strategy, which positively impacted P&L performance over the years.

He currently leads the Partnerships function of the company including relationships and oversight with in-country partners (ICPs) across Africa.

alex daruty

ALEX DARUTY

Head of Commercial

Alex has more than 15 years of experience in the global, strategic development of both enterprise and consumer brands in categories including technology, transport, enterprise software, entertainment, and travel.

With experience in roles on both agency and corporate side, he has worked across international brands and has led the development and execution of multi-discipline campaigns across EMEA, NORAM and Asia Pacific.

His focus is on driving meaningful business impact through brand differentiation and building high-functioning, digitally oriented, and analytically driven capabilities. He is motivated by working with, and developing dynamic people, teams, and organizations.

He leads, manages, develops and mentors the Key Account Management department, including line management responsibility for the team of Key Account Managers and Key Account Administrator who represent the Company as the primary communication link between all relevant stakeholders, including clients, third party in-country partners and internal functions.

Originally from Mauritius, he holds bachelor’s degrees in International Business, Finance and Management from the University of Nevada, Reno.