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Head, People & Culture at Standard Bank

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  • Date posted

    February 27, 2026

  • Closing date

    March 9, 2026

  • Hiring location

    Nairobi, Kenya

  • Career level

    Senior

  • Qualification

    Bachelor Degree Master’s Degree

  • Experience

    10+ Years

Description

 
Job Overview
 
Business Segment: Group Functions
 
Company: Stanbic Bank Kenya
 
Location: KE, Nairobi County, Nairobi, Westlands Road
 
Job Type: Full-time
 
Job Ref ID: 80378839A-0001
 
Date Posted: 2/26/2026
 
Job Description

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.

Qualifications
  • 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.
Additional Information

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

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https://www.standardbank.com/sbg/standard-bank-group/careers/apply/jobs/view-all-jobs/job-detail?jobID=744000111544171

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