Senior HR Business Partner Full time

1 day ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya House of Thinking Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

One of our clients is seeking a
Senior HR Business Partner
to lead people initiatives across the African region. This role combines
strategic advisory
,
operational excellence
, and
regional leadership
to support business goals and enhance employee experience.

Responsibilities

Strategic HR Partnership

  • Collaborate with business leaders to align HR strategies with organizational objectives
  • Advise on performance management, workforce planning, and change initiatives
  • Utilize HR analytics to inform decision-making and drive insights

Regional HR Leadership

  • Lead cross-border HR projects focused on transformation and standardization
  • Ensure compliance with local labor laws
  • Partner with shared services and centers of excellence to enhance HR delivery

Employee Experience & Wellbeing

  • Develop and implement wellbeing programs tailored to regional needs
  • Drive engagement through feedback mechanisms and targeted initiatives
  • Promote inclusive and culturally relevant HR practices

Talent Development & Organizational Change

  • Coach managers on leadership development and team effectiveness
  • Support restructuring and talent planning with strategic guidance
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and high performance

Compliance & Employee Relations

  • Navigate complex labor environments with discretion and professionalism
  • Lead equity and inclusion efforts aligned with regional mandates
  • Manage employee relations with integrity and fairness

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field; Master's preferred
  • Minimum 5 years of HR experience with strategic and operational exposure
  • Strong knowledge of employment legislation and regional compliance
  • Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint for data analysis and presentation
  • Demonstrated success in transformation, leadership coaching, and change management

Competencies

  • Strategic thinking and business acumen
  • HR analytics and data-driven decision-making
  • Project management in matrixed organizations
  • Cultural awareness and inclusive leadership
  • Emotional intelligence and effective communication

This role is ideal for an HR leader who excels in complex environments, builds cross-border relationships, and drives impactful people strategies.

Preference will be given to candidates who meet
B-BBEE
(Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment) criteria, in alignment with our client's commitment to inclusive hiring practices.

If you're ready to make a difference in the future of work across Africa, we encourage you to apply with a condensed version of your
Curriculum Vitae
(1 or 2 pages max). Short listed candidates might be requested to submit a detailed
Curriculum Vitae
. Wishing you the best

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