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James Githeki

@jamesgitheki

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Head of Human Resources transforming talent acquisition, performance, and culture across Africa.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I’m seeking a role where I can leverage my HR strategy, talent acquisition, performance systems, and leadership training to strengthen employee engagement, ensure compliance, and align HR outcomes with business success—while continuing to grow as a CHRP professional.

I’m a dynamic, results-oriented Human Resource Professional with over 10 years of experience across Talent Acquisition, HR engineering process management, HR administration, leadership, and operations across diverse industries including fintech, BPO, HR outsourcing, and Executive Search.

As Head of Human Resources (Solar Energy), I oversee recruitment, onboarding, and retention for a sales-driven culture. I develop performance systems with KPIs and appraisals, enforce tailored HR policies for compliance with Kenyan labor laws, and lead training to close skills gaps—while designing compensation packages, including sales commissions, to boost motivation and productivity.

In parallel, I lead Human Capital Outsourcing Limited as Chief Executive Officer, helping small and midsize businesses succeed with tailored and scalable HR solutions. I drive Core HR Services (recruitment, training, HR consultancy), Operational HR Solutions (payroll, time and attendance, tax and benefits administration, record keeping and reporting), and specialized services including executive search and headhunting, HR outsourcing, HR process reviews, and HR advisory.

I’m known for fostering inclusive workplace environments, aligning HR strategies with business objectives, and strengthening employee engagement through effective employee relations, conflict/grievance handling, and ongoing leadership training. I’m currently pursuing CHRP and focused on leveraging my comprehensive HR expertise and innovative leadership to advance organizational success.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Head of Human Resources

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X-Solar Systems

Apr 2024 - Present (2 years 2 months)

Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and retention to support a sales-driven workforce. Develop performance systems with KPIs and appraisals, manage employee relations and grievances, and ensure compliance with Kenyan labor laws.

Talent Acquisition Employee Onboarding Performance Management KPIs Employee Relations Labor Law Compliance Training Development Workforce Planning

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Chief Executive Officer

Current

Human Capital Outsourcing Limited

Feb 2023 - Present (3 years 4 months)

Lead an HR outsourcing firm providing core HR services, payroll and time-attendance administration, and compliance support. Oversee executive search, HR process reviews, HR advisory, and operational HR record keeping across diverse client industries.

HR Outsourcing Strategic HR Consulting Executive Search Payroll Administration Time Attendance HR Compliance HR Processes Record keeping

Head of Human Resources (BPO)

Ideon Limited

Feb 2024 - Apr 2024 (2 months)

Develop and implement HR strategies aligned to organizational goals while managing recruitment, onboarding, and retention. Lead HR team development, manage client relationships through HR solutions, and conduct compliance audits to mitigate HR risks.

HR strategy Talent Acquisition Client Relationship Management Team Leadership Employee Onboarding Policy Development Compliance Audits Business Development Support HR Best Practices

Human Resources Manager (BPO)

Centenary Microenterprise Services Limited

Feb 2022 - Feb 2024 (2 years)

Manage end-to-end recruitment, employee training, and workforce manpower planning for a BPO environment. Lead performance management, compensation and benefits administration, and employee relations to improve productivity and engagement.

Recruitment Management HR strategy Workforce Planning Compensation & Benefits Performance Management Employee Relations

Senior Human Resources Officer

Centenary Microenterprise Services Limited

Feb 2021 - Feb 2022 (1 year)

Oversee recruitment and people management, including implementing HR policies to support wellbeing, productivity, and a positive work culture. Handle performance management, employee development, grievances, and organizational health and safety compliance for fintech operations.

Recruitment People Management Performance Management Training Development Employee Relations Employee Engagement Health & Safety Compliance

HR Officer (Training & Dev)

Centenary Microenterprise Services Limited

Aug 2020 - Feb 2021 (6 months)

Implement learning and development initiatives to build employee capability and improve performance. Support employee relations and succession planning through mentorship, career development workshops, and ongoing professional growth activities.

Learning Development Employee Training Employee Relations Succession Planning Mentorship Programs Career Workshops Professional Growth Enablement

HR Assistant (Staffing & Training)

Leyworld Staffing

Aug 2017 - Jan 2020 (2 years 5 months)

Coordinate recruitment activities by scheduling interviews, communicating with candidates, and supporting hiring operations. Provide HR administrative support, manage benefits enrollment inquiries, and assist with employee performance coaching and training.

Recruitment coordination HR & Administration Data Entry Employee records management Benefits Administration Training Support Performance Support

HR Intern

NHIF

May 2016 - Oct 2016 (5 months)

Support HR and customer membership administration by preparing leave forms, registering new members, and capturing and processing claims. Assist with printing membership cards and pay slips to ensure accurate member documentation.

Leave Administration Claims Processing Membership Card Generation HR Administrative Support Customer Documentation