Experience

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  Canadian high commission

  Apr 2006 - Apr 2008

  Administrative assistant
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  Intrahealth international

  May 2008 - Aug 2009

  Program assistant

  Supported the Project team with a high level of program management support, administration and logistics to support seamless daily operations

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  Spire bank kenya

  Sept 2009 - May 2014

  Instrumental in executing and implementing HR Projects including the management of effective employee relations and the overall employee life cycle.Key Achievements • Implemented HR Software system and the Compensation & Benefits Policy and collaborated with the team that handled the change sequencing (retrenchment);• Coordinated key HR processes which included recruitment, selection and employee separation;• Executed Payroll Administration and acted as a point of contact for Payroll Audits;• Implemented different compensation projects and annual rewards management cycle;• Administered employee benefits, i.e., medical, pension, insurance and monitored and reported changes in labour codes/ legislation. Show less

  • Human Resources Manager

    Feb 2013 - May 2014

  • Senior Human Resources Officer

    Sept 2009 - Jan 2013
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  Genghis capital limited

  May 2014 - May 2016

  Human resources manager

  Played an instrumental role in leading in the development and implementation of the people strategy to drive high performance including providing strategic input to maximize employee retention and productivity.Key Achievements • Established the Human Resource Department and introduced Succession Planning and performance management system;• Implemented the HR payroll and online leave management systems and formulated Strategy for all the group companies;• Reviewed and implemented various HR Manuals, which include Internship Policy, Induction, and Recruitment Policy. Show less

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  Uba kenya

  Jun 2016 - Jan 2019

  Head of human resources

  As part of the Senior Management Team, I played a pivotal role in developing and monitoring strategies, guidelines, processes and procedures to drive an effective talent management system and HR operations.Key Achievements • Implemented the HR payroll and online leave management systems;• Spearheaded the setting up of the regional call center and reviewed and updated the human resource policies;• Managed talent and succession planning and took overall responsibility for recruitment activity;• Provided Reward advice and supported employees on company benefits;• Effectively implemented the talent management framework which included policies and procedures, coaching, mentoring, performance management and succession planning;• Developed, Facilitated and delivered skills development workshops and training to maximize employee performance and inspire productivity in teams. Show less

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  Dib bank kenya ltd

  Jan 2019 - Feb 2022

  Head of human resources & administration

  I directly led in the advancement of HR strategies including spearheading the HR and Administrative functions and the implementation of employee relations strategies, policies and procedures. I played an instrumental role in providing overall leadership and guidance to the HR Management team including identifying relevant skills development programmes to inspire team productivity.Key Achievements • Redesigned the onboarding and induction program and implemented the HR management systems;• Reviewed and implemented various HR Manuals, which include Succession Policy, Remote working policy and HR manual;• Provided high level reports to the Board to support strategic decision making for the talent acquisition and HR process;• Reduced administration costs by contract negotiation, relocation of branches;• Designed and Implemented initiatives to inspire staff productivity, develop employees and maximize human capital retention;• Played an instrumental role in devising action plans and strategies to enhance employee relations including delivering trainings to advance the employee value proposition. Show less

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  Water.org

  Mar 2022 - now

  Regional hr business partner – africa

  I execute the HR strategy and operations for the Africa Region including implementing strategies to that employees in the Africa Region have a stimulating, rewarding and innovative place to work.Key Responsibilities• Spearheading the recruitment and onboarding process across the region including implementing strategies to attract top talent;• Governing the career & succession planning processes and workflows;• Managing the day-to-day statutory and supplemental benefit plans programs including medical, life, and any other benefit plans;• Collaborating with Country Leaders and HR home office to develop training and capacity building initiatives;• Managing a portfolio of multiple projects including budget formulation and execution of the entire project cycle;• Serving as the HR Business Partner and advising country leaders on various related policies, procedures, and guidelines;• Representative and liaison of both the HR home office as well as the employees in the African Region;• Execute strategies to develop and establish relationships with external partners, vendors and key stakeholders. Show less