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Vacancy title:
Country Head of People and Culture
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Banking, Category: Human Resources, Management]
Jobs at:
Standard Bank Group
Deadline of this Job:
Saturday, March 14 2026
Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi
Summary
Date Posted: Saturday, February 28 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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Job Description
To provide strategic direction to Country Leadership on all People & Culture (P&C) requirements. Develop and align the P&C strategy for the country to the Group P&C Strategy, Group Business Unit strategies and the country ‘s strategic imperatives. Accountable for implementing the P&C strategy and the delivery of P&C services, policies and programs across the business. Act an active member of the country executive team.
Qualifications
Degree in Human Resources or related is required
Post Graduate degree in Business Commerce, Human Resources or Social Science is an advantage
Required/mandatory: registration with the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) and possession of a valid annual Practising Certificate in accordance with the HRMP Act, 2012.
Required/mandatory: CHRP-K qualification (or recognised equivalent certification) from HRMPEB.
Master’s Degree Human Resources is preferred
Experience Required:
Minimum 10 years’ progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years operating at senior management level.
Demonstrated governance awareness and ability to discharge fiduciary responsibilities consistent with the Companies Act (2015), where applicable.
Demonstrable and current knowledge of the Employment Act (2007), Labour Relations Act (2007), and Occupational Safety and Health Act (2007).
Proven experience managing industrial relations in Kenya, including engagement with trade unions and collective bargaining processes.
Working as a strategic partner to business leadership across the geography, including multiple portfolios and locations.
Leadership experience within a multinational or matrix structure with the executive and senior management teams in a complex environment including alignment with global HR frameworks and international labour standards.
Proven track record of driving people strategies n complex, dynamic organisations.
Experience in managing organisational transformation and aligning P&C practices with strategic outcomes.
Additional Information
Behavioural Competencies:
- Developing Strategies
- Articulating Information
- Convincing People
- Directing People
- Embracing Change
- Empowering Individuals
- Understanding People
- Providing Insights
- Establishing Rapport
- Making Decisions
- Upholding Standards
- Developing Expertise
Technical Competencies:
- Business Acumen(P&C)
- Change Management (HR)
- Challenges thinking and assumptions
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Compensation and Benefits
- Decision Making
- Digital Advocacy
- Employee Advocacy
- Employee Relations, Health & Wellness
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 120
Level of Education: postgraduate degree
Job application procedure
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