Group Head of People and Culture at Henbon Company Ltd (2026-02 – Present)
- Development and implementation of a comprehensive People and Culture Strategy aligned with the Company's business strategy, growth plans and organisational objectives.
- Develop annual human resource plans, budgets and measurable objectives.
- Advising the CEO and senior leadership team on people related matters and their potential impact on business performance.
- Develop and implement people policies, procedures, guidelines, and frameworks covering the full employee lifecycle, and assisting in the development and review of broader organisational policies, procedures.
- Establish clear performance standards, KPIs, KRAs and behavioural competencies for all roles.
- Training managers on effective performance management, feedback, coaching and difficult performance conversations.
- Developing the Company's talent acquisition strategy, recruitment framework, while monitoring talent risks and provide recommendations to the leadership team.
- Develop and maintain the Company's compensation and benefits framework and monitoring payroll related employee concerns
Group Human Resource Manager at Private Collection Ltd (2024-01 – 2026-01)
- Designed, developed and implemented a comprehensive HR strategy, HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks tailored to the company's needs.
- Developed and oversaw the recruitment, selection, and onboarding process to attract top talent, implemented workforce planning and succession strategies that ensure business continuity.
- Designed and implemented performance management systems, career progression plans, learning and development programs, and leadership training initiatives thus fostering a culture of continuous feedback, coaching, and employee engagement.
- Developed salary band structures, benefits administration, and incentive programs to enhance employee motivation and retention.
- Developed and implemented disciplinary and grievance handling procedures ensuring compliance with labour laws, employment regulations, and ethical HR practices.
- Led change management initiatives related to HR and administration transformation resulting to digitization, and automation of HR systems thus improving efficiency.
- Collaborated with senior management and department heads to align HR with business needs while providing periodic HR reports and insights that guide management decision-making.
Group Human Resource Manager at Private Collection Ltd (2024-01 – 2026-01)
Major Achievements
- Created and implemented the company's first comprehensive HR policies and procedures, covering areas such as recruitment, performance management, compensation, benefits, and employee relations.
- Established an employer branding strategy, attracting top tier talent, reducing hiring time, improving recruitment efficiency and implementing a seamless onboarding process that has enhanced new employee integration and reduced turnover by 33%.
- Successfully developed and implemented a competitive and equitable compensation strategies and salary bands that align with industry standards and company goals.
People and Culture Lead at Acorn Holdings Ltd (2022-01 – 2023-12)
- Developed employer branding initiatives to position the company as an employer of choice by designing and implementing recruitment and compensation strategies that attracted and retained top talent.
- Developed career development plans and learning programs to enhance employee skills and leadership capabilities, this included Young Management Programs for supervisors, Management Trainee Programs for fresh graduates and apprenticeship programs across departments.
- Established and oversaw performance management systems, including key performance indicators, objective key results, and feedback mechanisms.
- Collaborated with managers to provide continuous support and guidance on talent management, including performance improvement and career development conversations thus developing succession planning initiatives, ensuring a pipeline of future leaders for key positions within the company.
- Assisted in the design and execution of employee engagement and employee recognition programs thus fostering a positive, inclusive, and high performing work environment.
- Led efforts to address and resolve any employee grievances or disputes and acted as an advisor to both managers and employees while fostering a healthy work environment.
People and Culture Lead at Acorn Holdings Ltd (2022-01 – 2023-12)
Major Achievements
- Introduced a data driven approach to HR decision making, using HR analytics to track and improve employee performance, turnover, and engagement.
- Developed and executed a talent retention program, reducing turnover rates by 20% over the first year, with a focus on employee engagement, career progression, and recognition.
- Successfully rolled out a comprehensive talent management strategy which included talent mapping, succession planning, and leadership pipeline development to ensure continuous organizational growth.
HR Business Partner at Airtel Africa (2020-10 – 2021-12)
- Assisted in development and implementation of training and development programs and performance improvement strategies to support employee growth, career progression thus building a high performing workforce.
- Introduced use of employee engagement surveys, feedback mechanisms, and data analytics to gauge and improve overall employee satisfaction.
- Reviewed, updated, and communicated HR policies, ensuring they are well understood and effectively implemented across the organization.
- Supported organizational development initiatives, including organizational design, restructuring, and cultural transformation efforts whilst ensuring minimal disruptions and maintaining productivity.
- Addressed and resolved employee relations issues, including conflicts, grievances, and disciplinary matters, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies.
- Assisted in management of leadership development programs ensuring that they aligned with the company's vision and objectives.
HR Business Partner at Airtel Africa (2020-10 – 2021-12)
Major Achievements
- Successfully implemented workforce planning strategies, forecasting future talent needs and addressing skill gaps, which resulted in an improvement in team productivity.
- Implemented targeted recognition and reward programs, boosting morale and driving greater motivation and productivity within teams.
Group Talent, Learning & Development Executive at The Tamarind Group (2018-09 – 2020-09)
- Led and oversaw the entire resourcing strategy, including recruitment, workforce planning, and talent acquisition for the group's various business units.
- Assisted in design and execution of succession planning strategies to ensure the group had a strong pipeline of critical skillsets.
- Assessed skills, competence and knowledge gaps within the workforce and design tailored training programs to bridge those gaps.
- Managed and evaluated the effectiveness of training initiatives and programs, using key performance indicators.
- Implemented initiatives that improved employee engagement, including feedback systems, recognition programs, and employee well-being initiatives.
- Analyzed employee turnover data, conducting exit interviews to identify reasons for departures and implement retention strategies accordingly.
Group Talent, Learning & Development Executive at The Tamarind Group (2018-09 – 2020-09)
Major Achievements
- Created and launched targeted learning and development initiatives aimed at improving key employee competencies, resulting in a measurable increase in productivity and skill development across departments.
- Managed the L&D budget effectively, optimizing resources and reducing training costs by 15% while still maintaining high-quality learning programs.
HR Assistant at 5 Talents Africa (2017-07 – 2018-08)
HR Trainee at Devki Steel Mill (2017-02 – 2017-04)
HR Trainee at Nrb County Government (2016-11 – 2017-01)
