338 Hr Professionals jobs in Nairobi

• Develop and execute comprehensive talent acquisition strategies to meet the evolving needs of a remote organization.
• Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements, create compelling job descriptions, and establish effective sourcing plans.
• Utilize a variety of sourcing channels, including online platforms, professional networks, and industry events, to identify and attract passive and active candidates.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from initial contact and screening to offer negotiation and onboarding.
• Conduct thorough interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates' skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future roles.
• Develop and nurture relationships with external recruitment agencies and partners as needed.
• Champion diversity and inclusion initiatives throughout the recruitment process.
• Analyze recruitment metrics and provide insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of the company's employer brand.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in talent acquisition and HR.
• Advise and coach hiring managers on recruitment best practices and legal compliance.
• Facilitate a positive and engaging candidate experience, ensuring timely communication and feedback.
• Collaborate with the HR team on broader HR initiatives, including compensation, benefits, and employee engagement.
• Assist in developing and implementing remote work policies and best practices.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree or HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP/SCP, HRCI) is a plus.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, with a significant focus on talent acquisition and recruitment.
• Proven track record of successfully recruiting for a variety of roles, including specialized and senior-level positions, preferably within a remote or distributed workforce.
• In-depth knowledge of various recruitment methodologies and tools, including Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• Strong understanding of employment law and compliance regulations.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience in developing and implementing diversity and inclusion recruitment strategies.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and fully remote work environment.
• Passion for building exceptional teams and fostering a positive company culture.

• Partner with senior leadership to develop and implement effective talent management strategies that support business growth and employee development.
• Oversee the talent review process, identifying high-potential employees and creating development plans.
• Lead succession planning initiatives to ensure a robust pipeline of future leaders.
• Collaborate with managers to enhance performance management processes, driving a culture of continuous feedback and growth.
• Develop and implement programs to foster employee engagement, retention, and a positive organizational culture.
• Provide coaching and guidance to managers on HR-related issues, including employee relations, conflict resolution, and performance improvement.
• Analyze HR data and metrics to identify trends, assess program effectiveness, and make recommendations for improvement.
• Support change management initiatives, ensuring effective communication and employee buy-in.
• Stay current with HR best practices, labor laws, and industry trends.
• Facilitate training and development programs for employees and managers.

• Master's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in Human Resources, with a strong emphasis on talent management, organizational development, or HR business partnering.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing talent management programs, succession planning, and performance management systems.
• Strong understanding of employee engagement strategies and change management principles.
• Excellent coaching, consulting, and influencing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in HRIS and HR analytics tools.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and remote work environment.
• Knowledge of Kenyan labor laws and regulations is an advantage.

• Partner with senior leadership to develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Provide expert guidance on talent management, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and succession planning.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives and foster a positive organizational culture.
• Advise on and resolve complex employee relations issues, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies.
• Support organizational design and change management initiatives.
• Analyze HR data and metrics to provide insights and recommendations to leadership.
• Facilitate leadership development programs and coaching.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations.
• Manage HR projects and initiatives as assigned.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and coach to employees and managers.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree or relevant HR certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP) preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, with a strong focus on HR Business Partnering.
• Demonstrated experience in talent management, organizational development, and employee relations.
• Excellent understanding of HR principles, best practices, and employment law.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS platforms and MS Office Suite.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills.
• Proven ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment is highly desirable.

Job Description

Ikigai provides extraordinary space for individuals and organizations in a sustainable, community-oriented environment, helping them feel balanced and productive. We are a beautifully curated collective of shared office spaces in Kenya. At Ikigai, we cultivate an environment where meaningful human interactions are nurtured to encourage impactful and profitable connections between ideas, individuals, and businesses. Ikigai is not just another shared office space but a place where community and the collective are at the heart of everything we do. At Ikigai, you have a beautiful and secure space to work from, social areas to connect with your peers and strangers to create fruitful relationships that help push your business forward, events and workshops in our tree-filled gardens or boardrooms, and a coffee bar to keep you productive.

About the role

Ikigai's Facilities & Workplace Experience Manager is responsible for overseeing Ikigai's location facilities-related operations with a primary focus on maintaining beautiful and efficient spaces for our members. You are the right person if you:

• Enjoy wearing many hats.
• A leader and the planner/organizer in your group of friends.
• You multitask better than anyone and prioritize like a genius.
• You are completely at home with problem-solving and coming up with solutions at a moment's notice.
• You run a team that buzzes behind the scenes, ensuring the location facilities run like well-oiled machines.

The role reports directly to the Head of Operations. This job is a healthy mix of project management, facilities management, procurement, and people management.

Everything you do will be in the interest of creating and sustaining an authentic and thriving group of spaces and businesses. Everything

Role Goals and Objectives:

• Emulate Ikigai's core values and strive to achieve our mission and live the Ikigai culture.
• Oversee the smooth running of all Ikigai location facility-related operations.
• Maintain the working conditions of infrastructure at Ikigai's coworking space locations, and ensure facilities are secure and functioning efficiently.
• Ensure an environment that is safe and problem-free for all members and staff to work under the best conditions.
• Plan and coordinate fit-outs and renovations, manage the maintenance of supplies and equipment to fulfill health and safety regulations, and continuously examine the different location facilities for quality control purposes.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Facilities Management/Location Maintenance and Repairs:

• Manage facilities and operations by using and continuously improving tools, processes, systems, and technology (e.g., Hubspot, project management platforms), including:
• Implementing and optimizing facilities, project, and task management systems for the department.
• Creating, updating, and implementing the Ikigai operations processes manuals.
• Overseeing record keeping for the facilities department (contracts, service level agreements, directories, schedules, requisitions, etc.).
• Oversee the smooth running of all facilities-related operations, including: Handling maintenance with a proactive, preventative approach.
• Developing and executing a preventative maintenance schedule for building, equipment, and soft services.
• Maximizing the uptime and availability of key facilities assets such as the Wi-Fi network, printers/copiers, meeting rooms, and other shared resources, and keeping location teams aware of facilities issues that may impact members.
• Managing support services such as housekeeping, groundskeeping, security, parking, and technology, ensuring all facilities meet government regulations and environmental, health, and safety standards.

Location Fit Out/Renovation Management:

• Oversee project management of location fit-outs, renovations, facility upgrades/refurbishments, and new site developments/expansions.
• Create detailed budgets for projects and internal initiatives based on sound assumptions (historical information, researched costings, etc.), reviewing, value engineering, tracking, and reporting on expenditure.
• Coordinate project teams, attend and coordinate site meetings and project coordination meetings, and follow up on project deliverables.
• Oversee project timelines and follow up to ensure completion on schedule.
• Oversee procurement of materials and services required for projects.

Procurement and Service Provider Management:

• Oversee procurement of facilities and project-related products and services for Ikigai.
• Manage procurement processes and conduct reviews and modifications to the processes where required.
• Ensure Ikigai is receiving value for money from suppliers and continually review this.
• Approve purchase requisitions for operations and location-related inventory and stock.
• Oversee registry of purchased assets.
• Manage and maintain relationships with suppliers and service providers.
• Build and maintain relationships and negotiate with local vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors to maintain/improve and implement high-quality, relevant, and desirable amenities and facilities for members.
• Conduct due diligence, prequalification, negotiation, and approval of suppliers and service providers, and establish and maintain contracts with approved suppliers.
• Oversee management of service providers and subcontractors.
• Lead regular service provider and subcontractor meetings to ensure sound and high-quality work delivery.

Team Management:

• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, management, coaching, and performance management of the facilities team.
• Foster effective collaboration between the facilities and location teams by developing, communicating, and enforcing a clear escalation matrix for issue resolution.
• Ensure clarity of set goals, KPIs, and standards for the team to ensure operational excellence across all locations.
• Build capacity within the team through coaching, skills development, professional development opportunities, and continuous feedback.
• Build a positive team culture in the facilities department in line with Ikigai's culture code through weekly department meetings and wellness meetings with direct reports.

Finance & Strategy:

• Lead Facilities department strategy development in the annual company strategy process, oversee department strategic projects, and periodically report on progress.
• Manage department financials, including: Creating detailed budgets based on sound assumptions (historical information, researched costings, etc.).
• Tracking and reporting on expenditure during the monthly business review meetings.
• Reviewing facilities-related costs and ensuring cost-effectiveness and efficiency, minimizing costs as much as possible while maintaining Ikigai standards.
• Providing cost projections and financial justifications for upcoming projects, maintenance cycles, and facility upgrades.
• Ensuring adequate insurance coverage and minimizing claims related to construction and facilities.

Sustainability:

• Lead energy-efficiency programs (lighting, HVAC, renewable integration), monitor and reduce consumption, and track/report carbon footprint and emissions.
• Implement water conservation (low-flow fixtures, rain harvesting) and manage waste segregation, recycling, composting, and sustainable procurement.
• Ensure all construction/renovation uses eco-friendly materials and methods; extend asset lifecycle through proactive, preventive maintenance.
• Develop and update internal sustainability policies and procedures; track regulatory changes.
• Engage staff and vendors in sustainability practices, set and track KPIs (energy, waste, carbon), report progress to leadership/stakeholders, and drive innovation through smart technologies and circular economy initiatives.

ROLE QUALIFICATIONS

Experience and Requirements:

• 5+ years' experience in facilities/project/operations management or relevant position.
• Well-versed in building, construction, and facilities management best practices, including the ability to interpret floor plans.
• Comfortable with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and other building systems (working knowledge is a plus).
• Demonstrated project management skills and ability to plan and manage resources; P&L experience is a plus.
• Professional certifications in Health & Safety, Project Management, or Facilities Management are an added advantage.
• Experience in procurement processes and management.
• Proficiency with data analysis, forecasting, and budgeting.
• Experience in customer relationship management and dedication to providing great service.
• Experience managing and leading a team, including coaching and capacity building.

We are looking for:

• Passion for and understanding of Ikigai's mission and values, and passion for entrepreneurial communities.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Highly detail-oriented and solution-driven.
• Strong interpersonal relationship and leadership skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset; you are a quick learner and self-starter who works well in a fast-paced, start-up/ growth stage environment.
• You are adaptable and innovative; you own your mistakes and move on.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and project management software.
• Demonstrate integrity, dependability, responsibility, accountability, self-awareness, work ethic, empathy, and professionalism.

Our client, a premier institution of higher learning based in Nairobi, renowned for its commitment to teaching, research, and community service, is seeking to recruit qualified and dynamic individuals to fill the position of 
Lecturer – Criminology and Criminal Justice.

Job Purpose

The job holder will be responsible for teaching and doing research on Criminology and Criminal Justice courses. The lecturer will also undertake duties in the school and departmental committees and support student projects and University activities in line with academic goals.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

• Teach and facilitate learning at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels through lectures, seminars, workshops, tutorials and other learning situations as assigned by the Chair of the Department from time to time.
• Participate in developing, administering, and marking exams, assignments, and continuous assessment tests.
• Assist in developing learning materials, preparing schemes of work and maintaining records to monitor student progress, achievement and attendance.
• Provide advice, guidance and feedback to students to support their academic progress and refer them to support services as appropriate.
• Contribute to the development, planning and implementation of high-quality curriculum.
• Participate in supervising and assisting undergraduate and postgraduate students in their research work.
• Carry out research and produce publications, as well as other research outputs, in line with personal objectives agreed during performance contracting.
• Participate in writing research proposals and applying for research grants.
• Contribute and participate in the development of departmental and faculty seminars aimed at sharing research outcomes and building interdisciplinary collaboration within and outside the department.
• Provide pastoral care to students through academic advising and counselling.
• Contribute to departmental, faculty and/or University-wide working groups or committees as and when requested to do so.
• Undertake continuous professional development and participate in staff development and training activities to update and enhance skills.
• Maintain proper records of students' examinations, assignments, and continuous assessment tests, and ensure they are keyed in the examination records management system on time.
• Attend departmental, Faculty and University-wide meetings with other staff Members.
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Academic Qualifications & Work Experience

• Must have a PhD in Criminology or PhD in Criminal Justice or related field from an accredited/recognised institution.
• Must have a Masters in Criminology and Criminal Justice or related field from an accredited/recognised institution.
• At least three (3) years of demonstrated quality and progressive teaching experience at the university level or in research/industry.
• A minimum of two (2) high-quality publications in refereed journals.
• Registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable).

Other Skills and Competencies

• Highly effective oral and written communication skills.
• Evidence of high self-motivation and ability to organise, plan and prioritise workload.
• Demonstrable understanding of and commitment to working within the principles of integrity, culture, equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Ability to understand and manage the teaching process with excellent class management skills.
• Teamwork skills.

How to Apply:

If you believe you meet the role specifications and can clearly demonstrate your abilities for the role, 
please submit your application on our website.

Application Guidelines:

• Document Submission
  : Applicants must 
  merge their CV and all relevant certificates
   into 
  a single PDF document
   before uploading.
• Required Information
  : The application must include details of the current position, current remuneration, and comprehensive contact information.

Email or hard copy applications WILL NOT be accepted.

All applications must be submitted through the e-recruitment portal to be considered, and your application must be received by not later than 
15th September, 2025.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) committed to diversity, inclusion and gender equality. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

• Develop and implement comprehensive quality assurance strategies and procedures for manufacturing operations.
• Establish and monitor key quality metrics and performance indicators (KPIs).
• Conduct regular internal audits and inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulations.
• Investigate non-conformance issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Collaborate with Production and Engineering teams to resolve quality-related problems and improve processes.
• Manage and mentor the QA team, providing training and guidance.
• Oversee the calibration and maintenance of testing equipment and instrumentation.
• Ensure all quality documentation is accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with relevant standards (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Lead the implementation of new quality management systems and technologies.
• Prepare and present quality reports to senior management.
• Facilitate customer audits and regulatory inspections.
• Promote a strong quality-focused culture throughout the organization.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and changes in regulatory requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing Quality Management Systems (QMS), such as ISO 9001.
• Strong understanding of statistical process control (SPC), Six Sigma, or Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Experience with root cause analysis tools and methodologies (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams).
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in quality assurance software and tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively in a remote setting.
• Experience in supplier quality management is a plus.
• Knowledge of relevant industry-specific quality standards.