Head, People & Culture

Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

To provide strategic direction to Country Leadership on all People & Culture(P&C) requirements. Develop and align the P&C strategy for the country to the Group P&C Strategy, Group Business Unit strategies and the country ‘s strategic imperatives. Accountable for implementing the P&C strategy and the delivery of P&C services, policies and programs across the business. Act an active member of the country executive team.

• Degree in Human Resources or related is required
• Post Graduate degree in Business Commerce, Human Resources or Social Science is an advantage
• Required/mandatory: registration with the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) and possession of a valid annual Practising Certificate in accordance with the HRMP Act, 2012.
• Required/mandatory: CHRP-K qualification (or recognised equivalent certification) from HRMPEB.
• Master’s Degree Human Resources is preferred

Experience Required: 

• Minimum 10 years’ progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years operating at senior management level.
• Demonstrated governance awareness and ability to discharge fiduciary responsibilities consistent with the Companies Act (2015), where applicable.
• Demonstrable and current knowledge of the Employment Act (2007), Labour Relations Act (2007), and Occupational Safety and Health Act (2007).
• Proven experience managing industrial relations in Kenya, including engagement with trade unions and collective bargaining processes.
• Working as a strategic partner to business leadership across the geography, including multiple portfolios and locations.
• Leadership experience within a multinational or matrix structure with the executive and senior management teams in a complex environment including alignment with global HR frameworks and international labour standards.
• Proven track record of driving people strategies n complex, dynamic organisations.
• Experience in managing organisational transformation and aligning P&C practices with strategic outcomes.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Developing Strategies
• Articulating Information
• Convincing People
• Directing People
• Embracing Change
• Empowering Individuals
• Understanding People
•  Providing Insights
• Establishing Rapport
• Making Decisions
• Upholding Standards
• Developing Expertise

Technical Competencies:

• Business Acumen(P&C)
• Change Management (HR)
• Challenges thinking and assumptions
• Coaching and Mentoring
• Compensation and Benefits
• Decision Making
• Digital Advocacy
• Employee Advocacy
• Employee Relations, Health & Wellness