910 Director Of Human Resources jobs in Kenya

• Develop and execute comprehensive talent acquisition strategies to meet the organization's current and future staffing needs.
• Manage the entire recruitment lifecycle, from job posting and sourcing to interviewing, offer negotiation, and onboarding.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand their recruitment needs and build effective sourcing strategies.
• Source and attract passive candidates through various channels, including professional networks, social media, and industry events.
• Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates for critical roles.
• Oversee the candidate experience, ensuring professionalism and efficiency at every stage.
• Develop and manage the employer branding initiatives to attract top talent.
• Utilize HRIS and ATS systems for effective candidate management and data tracking.
• Analyze recruitment metrics and KPIs to measure effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all labor laws and equal opportunity employment practices.
• Conduct salary benchmarking and advise on competitive compensation packages.
• Mentor and guide junior members of the HR team involved in recruitment.
• Collaborate with the broader HR team on workforce planning and talent management initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, with at least 4 years focused specifically on talent acquisition and recruitment management.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing effective recruitment strategies.
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HR Information Systems (HRIS).
• Strong understanding of sourcing techniques, candidate assessment, and interviewing methodologies.
• Experience in building and managing employer branding initiatives.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret recruitment data and metrics.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a remote, fast-paced environment.
• Professional HR certification (e.g., CHRP) is a plus.

• Develop and execute a comprehensive human resources strategy that supports the company's mission and vision.
• Oversee all HR functions, including talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, employee relations, performance management, training and development, and HR compliance.
• Lead the recruitment and onboarding process, ensuring the attraction and retention of top talent.
• Design and implement competitive compensation and benefits programs.
• Develop and administer employee relations policies and procedures, fostering a positive and respectful workplace culture.
• Implement and manage performance appraisal systems to drive employee development and performance.
• Identify training needs and develop programs to enhance employee skills and career growth.
• Ensure compliance with all labor laws and regulations, staying updated on changes and best practices.
• Manage HR budgets and resources effectively.
• Advise senior management on HR-related issues and contribute to strategic decision-making.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the organization.
• Utilize HRIS and other technology solutions to streamline HR processes and improve efficiency.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with employees at all levels.

• Master's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field; relevant professional certifications (e.g., SHRM-SCP, CHRP) are highly preferred.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, with at least 4 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful HR strategies.
• In-depth knowledge of HR laws, regulations, and best practices in Kenya.
• Strong understanding of talent management, compensation, and employee relations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in managing and developing HR teams.
• Proficiency in HRIS and other HR technologies.
• Ability to work autonomously and make sound decisions in a remote setting.
• Experience with organizational development and change management is a plus.

• Develop and implement innovative and data-driven talent acquisition strategies to meet current and future hiring needs.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including job posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, offering, and onboarding.
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand their team's needs and provide expert guidance on recruitment best practices.
• Utilize various sourcing tools and techniques to identify and engage passive and active candidates.
• Conduct thorough candidate assessments and interviews to evaluate skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Maintain an exceptional candidate experience, ensuring clear communication and timely feedback throughout the process.
• Develop and manage a robust talent pipeline for critical roles.
• Track and analyze recruitment metrics (time-to-hire, source of hire, cost-per-hire, quality of hire) to identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant employment laws and regulations.
• Contribute to employer branding initiatives to attract talent.
• Manage and maintain the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) with accurate and up-to-date information.
• Support HR initiatives and projects as needed.

The Foundation
We are the largest nonprofit fighting poverty, disease, and inequity around the world. Founded on a simple premise: people everywhere, regardless of identity or circumstances, should have the chance to live healthy, productive lives. We believe our employees should reflect the rich diversity of the global populations we aim to serve. We provide an exceptional benefits package to employees and their families which include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with no premiums, generous paid time off, paid family leave, foundation-paid retirement contribution, regional holidays, and opportunities to engage in several employee communities. As a workplace, we're committed to creating an environment for you to thrive both personally and professionally.

The Team
The People team is a strategic partner in shaping a thriving, inclusive, and high-performing organization. We steward the employee experience across the full talent lifecycle—from attracting and developing exceptional talent to strengthening culture, supporting well-being as well as impact, and aligning people strategies with our mission.

Your Role
At the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, you will join a team of mission-driven professionals dedicated to solving some of the world's most pressing challenges. As the Foundation strengthens its presence in Africa during this impact acceleration phase, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape and lead transformative HR work at scale—while contributing to lasting impact both across Africa and globally. This is a pivotal moment to help establish a truly global foundation.

The
Deputy Director, Regional HRBP, Africa
is a senior leader and strategic advisor within the People division, accountable for advancing the foundation's talent, leadership, and organizational effectiveness agenda across Africa. Serving as a key global partner to members of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), the Executive Program Action Group (EPAG), and other senior regional and global leaders, this role is charged with shaping and implementing enterprise-level people strategies within a dynamic and evolving global context.

In partnership with business leaders you will design and implement forward-looking organizational solutions tailored to the specific countries and regions you support. Drawing on your deep understanding of dynamic business contexts and operating environments, you will proactively shape talent and organizational strategies that drive measurable impact.

In this role, you will lead a team of HR professionals aligned by division or region. You will also play a key role in establishing, evolving, and enhancing the people experience in fast-changing organizations and locations—bringing sound judgment and agile, adaptive approaches to meet evolving needs.

The role reports to the Director, People Partnerships based in Seattle, Washington. The role is based in Nairobi, Kenya.

What You'll Do

• Act as a strategic partner and advisor to one or more ELT, EPAG, and/or senior leadership teams— You will be embedded in these executive forums to shape organizational direction, strengthen alignment and lead both near-term and long-term people planning across the region.
• Own regional decision making on key people programs, initiatives and policies and drive regional perspectives into global solutions. Serve as a voice of the customer and drive the connection between regional leadership and Seattle-based teams, ensuring alignment of global priorities while adapting enterprise-wide initiatives to reflect regional context, culture, and operational realities.
• Define a talent strategy with senior leadership team and provide oversight and direction of the execution of core people processes in alignment with these plans, including performance partnership, talent development, compensation, and engagement cycles, tailoring approaches to strategic priorities and regional and/or division level readiness. Ensure people processes are executed with consistency, rigor and relevance across divisions and countries.
• Drive the development and delivery of organizational solutions with senior leaders and to meet priority business needs which may include organization design, organizational effectiveness, culture and engagement, talent and succession strategy, and workforce planning.
• Provide leadership on regional HR compliance and operations, ensuring legal and policy adherence while fostering operational excellence and mitigating organizational risk
• Represent the people function in business strategy conversations, providing insight and foresight to guide decision-making from a human capital perspective, including global workforce trends and emerging capability needs.
• Diagnose root causes and provide comprehensive solutions to complex organizational challenges. Steward transformation initiatives that advance both near- and longer-term results.
• Lead with a systems-level approach, identifying structural, cultural, and leadership enablers to build global capability, inclusive leadership, and a high-integrity culture.
• Champion and embed a global, inclusive approach, fostering equity, belonging, and cultural competence across leadership practices, systems, and structures.
• Advise and coach senior leaders, acting as a trusted confidante and thought partner in moments of transformation, ambiguity, or disruption.
• Model and advocate for inclusive and ethical leadership behaviors, raising issues with integrity and urgency while creating environments of psychological safety and trust.

Your Experience

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree or PhD in Business, Human Resources, or Organizational Psychology preferred. A minimum of 12 years of experience operating at senior leadership levels in HR.
• Operate effectively in a highly matrixed, global organization. Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across functions and geographies, influencing decisions and driving alignment while respecting regional and cultural nuances.
• Operational experience defining and managing people and employment practices within the countries within the scope of role
• Experience in creating and managing global HR solutions and balancing local requirements with global intentions
• Expertise as a collaborator and bridge-builder across teams and within human resources
• Experience in owning and advising on complex decisions that require the balance of teams/organizational needs and enterprise priorities.
• Proven ability to drive transformation and growth to build a high integrity culture.
• Strong leadership skills, business acumen, influencing and advising skills.
• People management experience leading global and/or cross functional teams.
• Proven track record of building, aligning and implementing a sustainable HR agenda that fuels business performance and organizational capability development.
• Significant experience and demonstrated ability to interface effectively with all levels of management and employees while working in a non-profit, and/or global organization.
• Ability to use people analytics and HR technology platforms to inform decisions, track impact, and continuously improve the employee experience.

Other Attributes

• The role requires willingness to travel up to 30% internationally.

Application closing date - 26th September 2025

• Must be able to legally work in the country where this position is located without visa sponsorship.

Hiring Requirements
As part of our standard hiring process for new employees, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Candidate Accommodations
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Inclusion Statement
We are dedicated to the belief that all lives have equal value. We strive for a global and cultural workplace that supports ever greater diversity, equity, and inclusion — of voices, ideas, and approaches — and we support this diversity through all our employment practices.

All applicants and employees who are drawn to serve our mission will enjoy equality of opportunity and fair treatment without regard to race, color, age, religion, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and prior protected activity.

The ideal candidate will support the full scope of Human Resources responsibilities and partner with the head quarter on strategic initiatives. They will maintain and enhance the organization's human resources by planning, implementing, and evaluating human resources policies, programs, and practices.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and Onboard new hires Conduct performance management and provide feedback Manage Payroll and benefits for employees

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or relevant experience
• 5+ years' experience in Human Resources
• Strong recruiting and demonstrated ability to improve talent acquisition strategies
• Demonstrated expertise training managers and employees in human resources field
• Strong organizational, critical thinking and communications skills
• Attention to detail and good judgement
• Chinese is working language