Caroline Wekesa
@carolinewekesa
I lead multi-country HR, employee relations, safeguarding, and organizational change.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I lead HR for Storymoja Publishers and Start a Library Trust across Kenya and Uganda, serving as the senior partner for employee relations, manager coaching, safeguarding, workforce planning, and organizational change. I built the HR policy suite, SOPs, and governance framework from scratch while supporting a dispersed, multi-country workforce.
I've also delivered HR audits, policy documentation, recruitment support, and HR master classes, and spent four years teaching HR and management while coaching future practitioners. My approach is calm, discreet, and rigorous, with a strong commitment to mission-driven, development-focused organizations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
HR Manager
Storymoja Publishers & Start a Library Trust
May 2022 - Present (4 years 3 months)
Leads all HR functions for two organizations across Kenya and Uganda, managing employee relations, coaching, safeguarding, and organizational development.
HR Consultant
Fred's Ranch & Resort
Mar 2022 - Apr 2022 (1 month)
Conducted a comprehensive HR audit, developed HR manuals, contract templates, and policy documentation, administered employee satisfaction surveys, and supported recruitment.
HR Trainer / Consultant
Corporate Staffing & Talent Soko Africa
Mar 2022 - Apr 2022 (1 month)
Delivered HR Management Master Classes covering employee relations, employment law, performance management, and people development to practicing HR professionals.
Lecturer & HR Support
Kenya Institute of Management
Jul 2018 - Feb 2022 (3 years 7 months)
Delivered specialist HR and management curriculum, coached and mentored students, supported institutional HR operations, and exceeded departmental budget targets by 50%.
Program Coordinator (MComm)
Strathmore University
Nov 2013 - Dec 2015 (2 years 1 month)
Managed people operations, onboarding, records, and stakeholder coordination across a multicultural environment, contributing to a 50% increase in program enrollment.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
College of Human Resource Management
Post Graduate Diploma, Human Resource Management
2016 - 2017
Completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management, deepening practical HR competencies and employment law knowledge.
University of Nairobi
Master of Business Administration, Human Resource Management
2013 - 2015
Pursued an MBA in Human Resource Management, enhancing expertise in strategic HR leadership and organizational development.
Kenyatta University
Bachelor of Education, Education
2001 - 2005
Earned a Bachelor of Education in Arts, building a strong foundation in teaching, communication, and people development.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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