Dorcas K. N.Wainaina, She/her

Experience

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  World Vision

  Apr 2002 - Dec 2005

  Human Resources Manager

  ▶Role Objective;I served as the Head of HR providing leadership in recruitment and onboarding, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits and legal compliance

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  Africa Wildlife Foundation

  Jan 2006 - Dec 2007

  Africa Human Resources Manager

  ▶Role Objective;As the Head of HR for 12 countries in Africa, I provided leadership in recruitment and onboarding, employee performance management, policy formulation, review and implementation, legal compliance, compensation and benefits management, employee relations, capacity building.

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  Malaria Consortium

  Jan 2009 - Mar 2010

  Regional HR Manager, Africa, Thailand & Cambodia

  ▶Role Objective;Overall leader in talent sourcing, onboarding, performance management, benefits and compensation, employee relations, HR legal compliance.

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  PATH

  May 2010 - Nov 2012

  Regional HR Business Partner,Eastern & Central Africa

  ▶Role Objective;Oversaw the implementation of HR programs and processes in the Eastern & Central Africa Region. The countries included Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Ethiopia, DR-Congo and Ghana.✔ Accomplishments Highlights:▶Successfully oversaw the implementation of HR programs and processes in the Eastern & Central Africa Region. The countries included Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Ethiopia, DR-Congo and Ghana. Championed HR strategy while forging sustainable HR infrastructure, systems, processes, and practices. Show less

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  Ipas Africa

  Nov 2012 - Mar 2016

  Global HR Operations Advisor, Africa, Asia & Latin America

  ▶Role Objective;Oversaw the implementation of HR programs and processes in the Eastern & Central Africa Region. The countries included Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Ethiopia, DR-Congo and Ghana.✔ Accomplishments Highlights:▶️Successfully oversaw the implementation of HR programs and processes in the Eastern & Central Africa Region. The countries included Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Ethiopia, DR-Congo and Ghana. Championed HR strategy while forging sustainable HR infrastructure, systems, processes, and practices. Show less

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  Midas HR Solutions

  Nov 2014 - Mar 2024

  Managing Partner

  ▶️ Role Objective: Midas HR Solutions is a HR Consulting firm that provides HR systems and processes advise, guidance & Support to NGOs, INGOs, SMEs, Corporates and Government Institutions

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  ABMC INTERNATIONAL LTD - Access Business Management Conferencing International Limited

  Oct 2015 - now

  Chief HR Transformation Trainer & Consultant

  Trainer and facilitator of HR certification Programs including Certified HR Analyst, CHRBP, HR Metrics & Analytics, SPHRI, Trainer of Trainer/

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  Institute Of Human Resource Management

  Jan 2016 - Jan 2020

  ▶️Role Objective;Provided overall focused, transformative leadership and direction for the Institute and the Human Resource profession in general.✔ Accomplishments Highlights:▶️Regulated the HR profession in accordance with HRMP Act 2012.▶️Engaged various stakeholders to sensitize on the HR profession management in Kenya▶️On behalf of the Board, ensured the strategic plan was effectively implemented.▶️Led in hosting Institute major functions-Annual Conference, Congress, Regional Summit▶️Introduced IHRM t international collaborators▶️Mobilized and raised financial resources portfolio of IHRM▶️Led IHRM into strong collaboration with Government Agencies▶️Led in a robust advocacy and sensitization among HR practitioners and raised numbers of registered HR professionals in Kenya Show less

  • Executive Director/CEO

    Feb 2017 - Jan 2020

  • Governing Council Member and Chairperson of Registration Committee

    Jan 2016 - Feb 2017
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  The World Bank

  Aug 2020 - Feb 2022

  HR Transformation Project Advisor

  ▶️ Role Objective:Lead consultant in Human Resource transformation projects for public sector, provided HR leadership of NHIF Board of Management and management in driving HR organizational change and transformation. ✔ Accomplishments Highlights:▶️Successfully led in the HR re-engineering at the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) as an enabler to rolling out Universal Health Coverage (UHC).▶️Supported the Transformation of HR into a true strategic business partner through an end-to-end HR processes restructuring. Championed HR vision while forging sustainable HR infrastructure, systems, processes, and practices. Show less

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  Feed the Children

  Jul 2021 - Dec 2022

  Senior Regional Director, International HR Operations - Consulting

  ▶️ Role Objective: Full HR generalist providing oversight and HR leadership for Countries in Africa and Asia on talent selection, employee litigation, benefits review and implementation, reorganisation and change management, Policy formulation and implementation.✔ Accomplishments Highlights:▶️ Transitioned HR operations from traditional labour relations function into a comprehensive HR organisation focused on best-in-class HR policies, HRIS technology, staff and management training, and support of strategic business goals. Show less

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  IPF Global

  Jan 2023 - now

  Human Resources Consultant

  As a Senior Human Capital Management Advisor for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, seconded from IPF Global, my role is to provide strategic guidance and expertise in human resources management to support the Ministry's objectives and initiatives. I collaborate closely with senior leadership to develop and implement human capital strategies that align with organizational goals and priorities. This includes advising on talent acquisition, retention, performance management, and professional development initiatives. Additionally, I provide guidance on HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices. Through proactive analysis and innovative solutions, I aim to enhance the Ministry's human capital capabilities and contribute to its overall success in diplomatic endeavors. Show less