Christine Saru
@christinesaru
Talent Acquisition Specialist focused on strategic sourcing and manpower planning.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a dedicated Talent Acquisition Specialist with extensive experience in both consultancy and in-house recruitment. Currently, I serve as the Global Senior Talent Acquisition Manager at Blue Ventures, where I support strategic planning processes and develop talent acquisition strategies tailored to organizational needs. My commitment to enhancing the recruitment experience ensures that candidates receive exceptional support throughout their journey, fostering a positive employee experience.
With over five years of experience in talent acquisition, I have successfully managed end-to-end recruitment processes, from sourcing to onboarding. My expertise lies in building strong relationships with senior leaders, conducting organizational needs assessments, and implementing continuous improvement projects. I am passionate about promoting diversity and inclusion within the workplace and actively engage with community voices to influence organizational decisions.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Global Senior Talent Acquisition Manager
Blue Ventures
Mar 2023 - Present (2 years 3 months)
As a Global Senior Talent Acquisition Manager, I support manpower planning and contribute to the development of the People strategy. I oversee talent acquisition strategies, ensuring alignment with EDI and operational needs while enhancing the candidate experience and community engagement.
Talent Acquisition Coordinator
Bidhaa Sasa
Aug 2022 - Feb 2023 (6 months)
Managed the end-to-end Talent Acquisition lifecycle, supporting line managers in recruitment and onboarding. Focused on improving processes through analytics and performance management while ensuring compliance with HR policies.
Talent Acquisition Assistant
Bidhaa Sasa
Sep 2019 - Jul 2022 (2 years 10 months)
Oversaw full recruitment lifecycle activities, ensuring timely candidate selection and onboarding. Collaborated with management to enhance recruitment processes and supported internal talent identification initiatives.
Lead Recruiter, Trainer and Account Manager
My Jobs in Kenya
Dec 2017 - Jan 2019 (1 year 1 month)
Conducted headhunting and talent scouting, managed recruitment processes, and trained new staff. Developed job descriptions and facilitated onboarding while conducting salary reviews and client training.
Recruitment Attaché
My Jobs in Kenya
Aug 2017 - Jan 2018 (5 months)
Assisted in recruitment processes, gaining hands-on experience in candidate sourcing and selection. Supported various HR functions and learned about the recruitment lifecycle.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
United States University-Africa
Master of Science, Management and Organisational Development
2024 - 2026
United States University-Africa
Masters of Science, Management and Organisational Development
2024 - 2026
Kenya Institute of Management
Diploma, Human Resource Management
2016 - 2018
Grade: Distinction
Studied Human Resource Management with a focus on developing skills necessary for effective management of human resources in organizations.
Kenyatta University
Bachelor of Education Arts, Education
2013 - 2017
Grade: Second Class Upper
Kenyatta University
Bachelor of Education, Education
2013 - 2017
Grade: Second Class Upper
Pursued a Bachelor of Education in Arts, focusing on educational theories and practices to enhance teaching and learning.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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