About the job

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced GROUP HR HEAD to lead and manage the Human Resources and Administration functions for our operations. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record in multinational environments, managing large-scale HR operations for organizations with 1000+ employees and USD 100M+ turnover. This role requires strategic thinking, operational excellence, and strong leadership capabilities.

TO HEAD MULTICOUNTRY OPERATIONS

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources Management

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the overall business strategy.
• Lead talent acquisition, onboarding, and retention strategies for a diverse and large workforce.
• Oversee performance management systems and employee development programs.
• Ensure compliance with Kenyan labor laws and global HR policies.
• Drive employee engagement, diversity, and inclusion initiatives.
• Manage compensation and benefits programs in line with market benchmarks.
• Lead HR digital transformation and automation initiatives.

Administration Management

• Oversee general administration including office management, facilities, and security.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Support expatriate management and relocation services.

Leadership & Strategy

• Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on people and culture matters.
• Lead and mentor a team of HR and admin professionals.
• Drive organizational change and culture transformation initiatives.
• Collaborate with regional and global HR teams to align local practices with global standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a managerial role in a multinational company.
• Experience managing HR for large-scale operations (1000+ employees).
• Strong knowledge of Kenyan labour laws and international HR best practices.
• Proven experience in organizational development, change management, and HR systems implementation.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.

Preferred Attributes

• Strategic thinker with hands-on execution capability.
• High integrity and professionalism.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the overall business strategy.
• Lead talent acquisition, onboarding, and retention strategies for a diverse and large workforce.
• Oversee performance management systems and employee development programs.
• Ensure compliance with Kenyan labor laws and global HR policies.
• Drive employee engagement, diversity, and inclusion initiatives.
• Manage compensation and benefits programs in line with market benchmarks.
• Lead HR digital transformation and automation initiatives.
• Oversee general administration including office management, facilities, and security.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Support expatriate management and relocation services.
• Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on people and culture matters.
• Lead and mentor a team of HR and admin professionals.
• Drive organizational change and culture transformation initiatives.
• Collaborate with regional and global HR teams to align local practices with global standards.

• Strategic thinking
• Hands-on execution capability
• High integrity and professionalism
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural environment
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a managerial role in a multinational company.
• Experience managing HR for large-scale operations (1000+ employees).
• Strong knowledge of Kenyan labour laws and international HR best practices.
• Proven experience in organizational development, change management, and HR systems implementation.