Recruitment & Selection Executive

2 days ago


Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Career Directions Limited (CDL) Full time 900,000 - 1,200,000 per year
Job Title: Recruitment & Selection Executive
Location: Nairobi

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Human Capital Executive — Recruitment & Selection to lead and manage recruitment activities across Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. This regional role is responsible for delivering timely, compliant and high-quality staffing solutions that align with our client business needs.

The successful candidate will oversee the workforce planning, job profiling, talent attraction, interviews, onboarding and induction, while ensuring adherence to labour laws in each jurisdiction. They will serve as the regional recruitment lead, coordinating closely with in-country Human Capital Executives in Uganda and Tanzania to deliver seamless, consistent and professional recruitment services across borders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Recruitment & Selection: Lead and manage the full recruitment cycle across Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania, including workforce planning, job profiling, advertising, assessments, interviews, feedback, background checks, contracting and building talent pipelines.

Onboarding: Oversee seamless employee entry and exit processes by standardizing induction, coordinating with support functions, managing probationary reviews and ensuring smooth clearance and exit reporting.

Workforce Planning & Succession Support: Support the Human Capital Manager in manpower planning, budgeting and identifying potential successors, while strengthening graduate, internship and trainee programmes.

Regional Oversight & Coordination: Act as the regional lead for recruitment by guiding in-country Human Capital Executives, harmonizing processes, consolidating metrics and driving cross-country employer branding initiatives.

Reporting & Process Improvement: Track, analyze and report recruitment KPls, prepare dashboards and updates, and continuously recommend process improvements to enhance candidate and Manager experience.

Employer Branding & Talent Pipelines: Position our client as an employer of choice by building partnerships with universities and agencies, participating in career fairs and branding campaigns, as well as managing graduate and internship programmes.

Compliance & Policy: Ensure all recruitment and selection practices comply with labour laws in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania, while upholding company policies, group guidelines and data protection standards.

Service Excellence in Recruitment: Deliver a superior recruitment experience to candidates and hiring Managers by ensuring professionalism, timely communication and strong stakeholder relationships that protect and promote our client employer brand.

RequirementsQUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations, Psychology, or a related field.

• CHRP or an equivalent HR certification is required.

• Membership in IHRM or a regional HR professional body is required.

At least 5 years of proven experience in Human Capital, including a minimum of two years focused on recruitment or talent acquisition. Experience with graduate and internship programmes is desirable.

• Experience with HRIS and ATS systems.

• Proficient in interviewing, using assessment tools and conducting competency-based recruitment.

• Strong reporting and analytical skills (e.g. recruitment metrics and dashboards).

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills coupled with a high level of integrity


  • Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Career Directions Limited (CDL) Full time 600,000 - 1,200,000 per year

    Job Title: Recruitment Coordinator Location:NairobiOur client is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Human Capital Coordinator — Recruitment & Selection to provide operational support in delivering efficient, accurate and compliant recruitment services. This role will be instrumental in ensuring seamless hiring processes across our client operations,...


  • Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Navitas Full time 1,200,000 - 2,400,000 per year

    Student Recruitment ManagerAbout the roleAre you passionate about helping students achieve their educational dreams? Do you have a knack for building relationships and a strategic mindset for driving growth? We are seeking a talented and driven Student Recruitment Manager to join our University Partnerships Australasia (UPA) Division and play a key role in...

  • Executive Assistant

    2 weeks ago


    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya UNDP Careers Full time 900,000 - 1,200,000 per year

    Job DescriptionBackgroundUNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any...


  • Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Bridge Talent Management Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year

    About Us Our premier culinary school committed to nurturing the next generation of chefs, bakers, and food entrepreneurs. We offer hands-on training, industry connections, and a vibrant learning environment that blends creativity, technique, and real-world experience. Key Responsibilities Student Recruitment Develop and execute recruitment...

  • Executive Assistant

    2 hours ago


    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya ReliefWeb Full time $40,000 - $60,000 per year

    OrganizationAdesoPosted 7 Oct 2025 Closing date 17 Oct 2025NOTE:We've been encouraged by the strong interest in NEAR'sExecutive Assistantposition and in our mission to advance more equitable, locally led, and accountable humanitarian action.Given the high number of applications already received, we've decided to close this recruitment earlier than planned....

  • Sales executive

    2 hours ago


    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Tile & Carpet Centre Ltd Full time 900,000 - 1,200,000 per year

    Company DescriptionTile & Carpet Centre Ltd. (T&C) is one of Kenya's leading companies specializing in building and interior products, catering to interior designers, architects, developers, and homeowners. Our extensive showrooms and large inventory offer a wide selection of tiles, bathrooms, carpets, furnishings, furniture, kitchens, wood floorings,...


  • Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya 20X Entrepreneur Full time 70,000 - 80,000 per year

    We're Hiring Sales & Marketing Executives in QatarUnited Manpower Services Limited, in partnership with 20x Entrepreneur, is recruiting on behalf of our client for 4 motivated Sales & Marketing Executives to join their growing team in Qatar.What We're Looking For: Full-time availability Strong communication & client-handling skills Ability to perform outdoor...

  • Executive Assistant

    2 hours ago


    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Eleven Degrees Consulting LTD Full time 1,200,000 - 2,400,000 per year

    Eleven Degrees on behalfGeneric Brands Ltd wishto fill the vacant position of Executive Assistant to the Managing Director. The position is based in Nairobi on a Fixed Term Contract Basis.Eleven Degrees Consulting Limited is a leading shared service company for Mini Group of Companies, dedicated to providing innovative HR solutions to our...


  • Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Career Directions Limited (CDL) Full time 900,000 - 1,200,000 per year

    Job SummaryThe Executive Assistant (EA) will provide direct administrative and operational support to the Kenyan Field Director. This role is critical to ensuring smooth daily operations, timely communication with candidates, virtual assistants (VAs), and internal team members,and effective coordination of meetings and training sessions. The EA will serve as...


  • Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Career Directions Limited (CDL) Full time 900,000 - 1,200,000 per year

    Job Summary The Executive Assistant (EA) will provide direct administrative and operational support to the Kenyan Field Director. This role is critical to ensuring smooth daily operations, timely communication with candidates, virtual assistants (VAs), and internal team members,and effective coordination of meetings and training sessions. The EA...