Emmanuel CheruiyotEC
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Emmanuel Cheruiyot

@emmanuelcheruiyot1

Strategic Talent Acquisition Leader with global recruitment expertise.

Kenya
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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that fosters collaboration, innovation, and growth opportunities in talent acquisition.

I am a Strategic Talent Acquisition Leader with over 7 years of extensive experience in the recruitment industry, both in agency and corporate settings. My expertise lies in managing complex and niche roles, where I have successfully influenced senior stakeholders and led transformational change. I pride myself on my ability to build meaningful relationships and help teams work effectively by improving processes across various organizations.

Throughout my career, I have managed both volume campaigns and individual senior management hires, demonstrating my capability in creating and delivering organizational strategies operationally. I have a proven track record of driving key team metrics related to efficiency and effectiveness, ensuring that talent acquisition processes are optimized and aligned with organizational goals. My commitment to continuous improvement and innovative practices has enabled me to design sustainable training tools and processes for talent acquisition stakeholders.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

EM

HR Specialist / Recruitment Lead

Elite Management

Jan 2021 - May 2025 (4 years 4 months)

Collaborated with leadership to understand organizational hiring needs and client requirements, effectively driving results for assigned team members. Managed and led a team of talent acquisition professionals, providing oversight, coaching, and performance management. Initiated and maintained continuous improvement efforts through process advancements, optimized tools, and metrics management.

JL

HR Officer / Talent Acquisition Lead

Jamii Telkom Ltd

Dec 2018 - Jan 2021 (2 years 1 month)

Managed the full-cycle recruiting process, building strong relationships with Engineering Managers to create and execute hiring strategies. Sourced, identified, and conducted efficient interview processes, coordinating offer negotiations and candidate closing. Provided an extraordinary candidate experience and acted as a candidate advocate throughout the recruitment journey.

FS

HR Business Partner

Foursons HR Solutions

Dec 2017 - Dec 2018 (1 year)

Created staffing strategies for the East Africa talent acquisition team and developed, planned, directed, and evaluated recruitment processes. Established the Talent Acquisition Function from scratch, setting up processes and procedures for EA, China, and Europe regions. Managed a team of Talent Acquisition Specialists and Coordinators, ensuring high customer satisfaction and monitoring service de

WL

Human Resource Generalist

World Poles Ltd

Jan 2016 - Dec 2017 (1 year 11 months)

Assisted in the startup of a new company location, focusing on human resources, safety, and training departments. Facilitated all new-hire orientations and administered employee relations practices to foster a positive employer-employee relationship. Managed employee rewards programs and acted as the main representative for government agencies on health and safety issues.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

UK

University of Kabianga

BSc. Human Resource Management, Human Resource Management

Studied Human Resource Management, gaining foundational knowledge in HR principles and practices. Completed coursework relevant to managing human capital within organizations.

AC

Aberdeen College

Certified Public Accountant (II), Accounting

Completed the Certified Public Accountant (II) program, focusing on advanced accounting principles and practices. Developed expertise in financial reporting and auditing.

MU

Moi University

Diploma in Business Management, Business Management

Obtained a Diploma in Business Management, covering core business functions and administrative practices. Gained skills in organizational management and operational efficiency.

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Alison Academy

Diploma in Modern Human Resource Management, Modern Human Resource Management

Completed a Diploma in Modern Human Resource Management online, focusing on contemporary HR strategies and practices. Enhanced knowledge in talent acquisition and employee relations.

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Alison Academy

Certificate in Modern Human Resource Management - Recruitment and Selection process, Modern Human Resource Management - Recruitment and Selection process

Earned a Certificate in Modern Human Resource Management, specializing in recruitment and selection processes. Focused on best practices for attracting and hiring talent.

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Alison Academy

Certificate in Recruitment and Onboarding Process, Recruitment and Onboarding Process

Completed a Certificate in Recruitment and Onboarding Process, covering the full cycle from candidate sourcing to new hire integration. Developed skills in creating effective onboarding experiences.

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Alison Academy

Certificate in Assessment Center in HR: Evaluating Talents for Hiring Decisions, Assessment Center in HR

Obtained a Certificate in Assessment Center in HR, focusing on evaluating talents for hiring decisions. Gained expertise in designing and implementing assessment centers.

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Alison Academy

Certificate in International and Strategic Human Resource Management, International and Strategic Human Resource Management

Earned a Certificate in International and Strategic Human Resource Management, focusing on global HR strategies. Developed an understanding of cross-cultural HR practices.

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