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nixon gatimu

@nixongatimu

Talented Human Resource professional devoted to delivering outstanding HR services.

Kenya
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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that fosters growth, values diversity, and allows me to leverage my HR expertise to drive organizational success.

I am a dedicated Human Resource professional with over 9 years of experience across various sectors, including Pharmaceutical and CropScience, Financial Technology, Media, and Consultancy. My regional expertise spans Kenya, Burundi, Rwanda, Malawi, and Tanzania, where I have successfully supported cross-border HR operations with a strong focus on cultural awareness and compliance.

In my current role as a Human Resource Coordinator at One Acre Fund, I design and implement comprehensive HR strategies aligned with organizational goals. I have overseen critical HR functions such as recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and compliance with labor laws. My commitment to continuous improvement has led to the development of well-being programs and HR dashboards that track key performance metrics, ensuring our HR services are efficient and effective.

Throughout my career, I have championed diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, fostering inclusive work environments and equitable HR practices. I am passionate about driving change management initiatives and embedding organizational values into the culture, ultimately enhancing employee engagement and satisfaction.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Human Resource Coordinator

One Acre Fund

Apr 2022 - Present (3 years 3 months)

Designed and implemented a comprehensive Human Resource strategy aligned with organizational mission and strategic goals, including workforce planning, talent acquisition, and succession planning. Ensured efficient delivery of Human capital services such as recruitment, onboarding, employee records management, and compliance with labor laws and regulations.

BA

Human Resource Officer

Bayer East Africa

Feb 2022 - Dec 2022 (10 months)

Coordinated end-to-end HR operations across Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Malawi, and Rwanda, ensuring compliance with each country's labor laws and employment standards. Led multi-country recruitment drives, successfully hiring for all mid-level roles annually while aligning talent acquisition strategies with local market dynamics and cultural nuances.

ML

Human Resource Business Partner

Mediamax Networks Limited

Jan 2021 - Mar 2022 (1 year 2 months)

Partnered with editorial, production, and commercial teams to align HR strategy with business goals, driving workforce planning and talent acquisition for over 50+ roles annually across creative and technical functions. Led performance management processes tailored to the media environment, introducing KPIs for both creative output and business impact, improving team productivity and engagement by

SL

Human Resources Manager

Stawika Capital Limited

Jan 2017 - Dec 2020 (3 years 11 months)

Introduced a staff welfare program for all staff employees with benefits ranging from appreciation token to benefits administration. Through the use of HR audits and legal compliance audits, enabled the organization to comply with the Employment Act (2007) and other relevant Acts within the legal framework of the nation.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

KU

KCA University

Bachelor of Commerce, Human Resource Management

Studied Human Resource Management at KCA University from May 2008 to November 2014. Gained a comprehensive understanding of HR principles and practices.

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Utumishi Boys High School

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education

Attended secondary school education at Utumishi Boys High School from March 2003 to November 2006. Completed the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education.

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