Human Resources · Full-time
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About this role
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Role overview
M-KOPA is looking for a Lead People Partner to manage the people strategy for its largest market in Kenya. This full-time, hybrid role in Nairobi is ideal for experienced HR professionals who want to work closely with senior leaders in a fast-growing fintech company.
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What you will do
- Advise Kenya's leadership team on organisational design, workforce planning, and people strategies.
- Lead talent review, performance calibration, and succession planning for the Kenya client group.
- Develop and implement frameworks for people management and organisational development.
- Handle employee relations issues and act as the escalation point ensuring compliance with Kenyan labour law.
- Drive organisational change initiatives including restructuring and transformation projects.
Requirements
- At least 8 years of progressive HR or People Partner experience.
- 3 to 6 years advising director-level or above executives in fast-growth, matrixed organisations.
- Working knowledge of Kenyan labour law and experience managing employee relations escalations from start to finish.
- Proven experience designing and executing organisational design, workforce planning, or succession strategies, including building frameworks.
Benefits
The role offers direct collaboration with Kenya's leadership team and a global People team, professional development and coaching, family-friendly policies, flexible working arrangements, well-being support, and career growth opportunities.
How to apply
Apply through the employer's official contact. The employer has not published a closing date.