HR Manager

HR Manager

GKAMAU Consulting

Job descriptions & requirements
Location: Nairobi, Kenya (with frequent travel to project sites)
Sector: Telecommunications, Energy, and Civil Works
Employment Type: Full-Time/Onsite
Benefits: Competitive Pay, Performance-based annual bonus, Health cover, Free Parking.
About Us:
GKamau Consulting is a dynamic HR Consulting agency dedicated to providing exceptional human resources solutions to our clients.
About Our Client:
Our client is a rapidly growing company operating at the intersection of Telecommunications, Energy, and Civil Works. With over 100 employees and an aggressive expansion trajectory, they are seeking a HR Manager to build and lead the human resource’s function. This is a true head-of-function role, reporting directly to the Managing Director, with a mandate to shape people strategy in a dynamic, safety-conscious, and fast-paced environment.
About the Role
The ideal candidate is a systems-builder who thrives in a start-up or scale-up context. You will be responsible for designing HR infrastructure from the ground up—not just maintaining existing systems. You are equally comfortable operating at the strategic level (70%) and rolling up your sleeves for operational delivery (30%).
Why This Role?
· Shape the Function: You will have the opportunity to design, implement, and own the entire HR strategy, systems, and processes.
· Sector Complexity: You will navigate a multi-sector environment that demands agility, safety awareness, and the ability to manage a diverse workforce.
· Growth Trajectory: You will play a pivotal role in scaling our most important asset—our people—during a period of rapid business expansion.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic HR Leadership (70%)
· Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with the company’s growth objectives & operational requirements
· Lead talent initiatives including recruitment, employee engagement, and succession and workforce planning.
· Build and improve HR policies, SOPs, and operational frameworks, to drive HR best practices and compliance
· Serve as a strategic advisor to the MD and senior leadership team on all people-related matters
· Drive and strengthen performance through structured performance management.
· Develop and lead a comprehensive employee retention strategy, with a specific focus on engagement and career development for young professionals.
Health & Safety Integration
· Champion the integration of Health & Safety into the people agenda, embedding awareness and company ownership for healthy and safety.
· Ensure compliance with all statutory H&S requirements as they relate to workforce management.
HR Operations & Compliance (30%)
· Lead end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes, including workforce planning.
· Oversee HR administration, payroll coordination, attendance management, leave, and employee records.
· Manage employee relations, including conflict resolution, disciplinary processes, and grievance handling
· Coordinate learning and development programs, including safety training and technical upskilling
· Prepare and submit regular HR reports, including headcount, turnover, recruitment metrics, and training participation, to support strategic decision-making.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
· Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
· Minimum of 7 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a HR management role.
· Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP-K) qualification from HRMPEB.
· Registered member of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) with a valid practising certificate.
· Proven, hands-on experience in building HR systems and processes from scratch in a high-growth environment.
· Strong working knowledge of the Kenyan Employment Act, 2007, and all related legislation.
· Demonstrated experience in Health & Safety integration within a safety-intense environment (e.g., Telco, Engineering, Power, Oil & Gas, Construction).
· Ability to travel frequently to project sites across different counties.
· Demonstrated success in implementing employee retention programmes for a young workforce.
Person Specification & Competencies/Attributes
· Pressure-Tolerant: Thrives in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining composure and clarity in high-pressure situations.
· Agile & Adaptive: Quickly learns on the job and adjusts to evolving business demands.
· Structured & Strategic: Loves to plan, execute, and measure towards long-term goals.
· Decisive: Willing to make difficult, informed decisions for the long-term benefit of the business.
· People-Oriented: Genuinely enjoys connecting with, and capable of working with people across all age groups.
· Commercially Aware: Understands how HR strategy directly impacts business performance and growth.
How to Apply
If you meet the above requirements and are excited by the prospect of building something new, please submit your CV, copies of your certificates, cover letter showing how you meet the recruitment criteria on
the application link by COB, Monday, October 5th 2026.