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Location: Remote | Full-Time

Luxe Tribes and Sorted Chale are leading brands in curated group and private travel experiences across the globe. With a fast-growing team and global footprint, we're seeking an
HR & Talent Acquisition Specialist
to help us scale effectively while nurturing a strong culture across both companies.

Role Overview

We are looking for a proactive and experienced HR professional to oversee all HR operations and lead our recruitment efforts. This role is critical in ensuring that our people processes are well-structured, compliant, and aligned with our culture of excellence and collaboration. You'll partner with leadership to manage day-to-day HR duties, while also designing and executing a recruitment strategy that attracts top talent across global markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all HR operations including contracts, onboarding, performance management, and employee relations.
• Develop and maintain HR policies and procedures that reflect our culture and values.
• Lead full-cycle recruitment: sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding new team members.
• Collaborate with leadership to forecast hiring needs and build a strong talent pipeline.
• Maintain HR systems and records ensuring compliance with local and international labor laws.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, conflict resolution, and career development programs.
• Act as the go-to point of contact for HR inquiries from team members across both brands.

Qualifications

• Minimum
  5 years of experience
  in HR, recruiting, or people operations (global/remote team experience preferred).
• Strong understanding of HR best practices and employment regulations.
• Proven success in full-cycle recruiting and talent acquisition.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, remote-first environment.
• Passion for people, culture, and travel.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a
  fast-scaling global travel brand
  shaping the future of group travel.
• Work in a
  remote-first, diverse, and collaborative environment.
• Opportunity to impact culture and growth at the intersection of
  travel, community, and luxury.
• Competitive compensation and growth opportunities.

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

Terms

Ksh 40,000 | 40 hours/week | Hybrid

Company Description

Ebikes Africa's mission is to revolutionize transportation in Africa by providing high-quality, eco-friendly electric bicycles. We aim to promote a sustainable and healthy lifestyle by offering accessible e-bikes, irrespective of location. Our goal is to enhance the quality of life in Africa by reducing traffic congestion, improving air quality, and increasing transportation access. We are dedicated to outstanding customer service and forming strong partnerships with local communities and businesses. We believe in the positive impact of our e-bikes and are committed to making this vision a reality.

About Us

We are a growing company in the agriculture sector committed to excellence and compliance with Kenyan labor laws. To support our expanding workforce, we are seeking a knowledgeable and dedicated Human Resources Officer who will oversee HR functions, ensure compliance with employment legislation, and contribute to building a motivated and productive team.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer HR policies and procedures in compliance with the Kenya Employment Act, Labour Relations Act, Occupational Safety and Health Act, and other relevant regulations.

• Manage the full employee lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, contracts, performance management, and exit procedures.

• Prepare and maintain accurate employee records, contracts, and HR documentation in accordance with Kenyan legal requirements.

• Provide guidance to management and staff on labor law, disciplinary procedures, leave management, and employee rights.

• Handle payroll preparation and statutory deductions (NHIF, NSSF, PAYE) in coordination with the finance team.

• Coordinate staff welfare programs, training, and development initiatives.

• Support conflict resolution, grievance handling, and maintain positive employee relations.

• Liaise with government agencies and ensure company compliance with audits and inspections.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

• At least 3–5 years of proven HR experience in Kenya.

• Strong knowledge of Kenya labor laws and HR compliance frameworks.

• Experience in payroll management and statutory compliance (NSSF, NHIF, PAYE).

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.

• Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Member of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) will be an added advantage.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their CV and cover letter to by 23th of September. Please include "Application for Human Resources Officer" in the subject line.

Our Human Resource department is seeking for a talented and experienced candidate as an HR Analyst to join our team.

As an HR Analyst, you will be responsible for identifying issues in the HR department and resolving them. You will also be responsible for giving recommendations to the HR Manager on improvements of various HR processes.

In addition to this, you will require to have extensive knowledge of Recruitment Software and Applicant Tracking System. Past work experience as an HR Analyst will be an added benefit for the candidates.

You should possess excellent communication skills and the ability to analyze data. You should also have outstanding interpersonal skills and good problem-solving abilities.

If you are ready to take up these duties and responsibilities of the HR Analyst, then apply right away. We will love to meet you.

Responsibilities

Compiling and analyzing the HR performance metrics.

Helping HR Manager in developing hiring plans.

Assisting in creating a hiring budget.

Identifying any HR-related issues and finding solutions for them.

Writing and reviewing job descriptions.

Supporting HR processes with data analysis and statistics.

Making suggestions to the HR Manager in regards to the internal surveys.

Accessing the results from the employee's performance review.

Calculating retention, mobility rates, and turnovers.

Ensures compliance with data privacy regulations and best practices.

Assisting Human Resource professionals in staffing and recruiting.

Recommending short- and long-term goals for the organization.

Preparing reports and presenting them to the higher management.

Implementing training programs for new employees.

Performing other miscellaneous duties as and when required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

Proven work experience in the Human Resources department as an HR Analyst, or a similar role.

Sound knowledge and experience of Applicant Tracking System like Jobsoid.

Good communication skills, both verbal and written.

Excellent research and analytical skills.

Ability to compose job descriptions.

Extensive knowledge about Human Resource procedures.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Tools.

Ability to solve the problem efficiently.

Ability to manage time.

Good interpersonal and organizational skills.

Ability to work in a team environment.

Exceptional critical thinking skills.

Role Purpose

• Own the end-to-end people agenda as a generalist HR leader with a strong focus on Talent
• Acquisition to support rapid growth. Build and lead a compliant, safe, engaged, and high-performance
• organization, partnering closely with business leaders and the global HR team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle hiring for corporate, operations, technical, and field roles; build scalable recruiting processes and talent pipelines.
• Drive workforce planning, headcount budgeting, and ramp-up plans aligned to business growth.
• Serve as primary liaison with unions/worker representatives; lead negotiations, collective bargaining inputs, and grievance management.
• Ensure compliance with Ugandan labor laws, statutory filings, permits/visas, contractor governance, and audits.
• Partner with HSE leads to embed a safety-first culture across all sites and functions.
• Lead organizational design, role clarity, spans & layers, and change management for scale-up initiatives.
• Run performance cycles, calibration, and development planning; institute succession planning and talent reviews for critical roles.
• Build a learning roadmap for managers, technicians, and rider-facing teams; launch compliance academies.
• Own HRIS data integrity, payroll inputs/controls, and SLA-based HR services; provide dashboards on key HR metrics.

Qualifications & Experience

• 10 to 15 years progressive HR experience with at least 5 years in a country-level or multi-site leadership role.
• Strong generalist background with depth in high-volume recruitment for operations/technical/front-line roles.
• Hands-on experience with unions/industrial relations, collective bargaining support, and complex ER case management.
• Solid exposure to HSE integration, statutory compliance, and audits.
• Strong command of Ugandan labor law; prior work across East/West Africa a plus.
• Competent with HRIS/ATS and analytics (Power BI/advanced Excel); data-driven decision-maker.
• Degree in HR/IR/Business; CIPD/SHRM or equivalent certification preferred.

Success Metrics (KPIs)

• Hiring: time-to-fill & cost-per-hire within targets; 90-day quality-of-hire; offer-to-join ratio.
• ER/IR: reduction in grievances/escalations; constructive union engagement; zero non-compliance findings.
• HSE: LTIFR/TRIFR improvement; corrective actions closed on time; training completion rates.
• Talent: succession coverage for critical roles; internal fill rate; engagement score uplift.
• Operations: payroll accuracy & on-time; HR service SLAs; policy adoption and audit pass rates.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to shape the people strategy of Africa's foremost e-mobility scale-up with significant societal impact.
• High autonomy, direct impact with Global HR Head and Country Head, and cross-functional collaboration.
• A mission-driven, fast-paced environment with growth and learning opportunities.

• 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.