People Operations Specialist

Role Overview

As a core member of our People & Operations team, you’ll work across our offices in Nairobi and Dar es Salaam, helping shape how we attract, onboard, and engage exceptional talent. You’ll lead and support high-impact HR initiatives, drive internal communications, and help build the systems that nurture a strong and inclusive culture.

What You Will Do

Support end-to-end recruitment and staffing processes, manage employee orientation and onboarding programs, drive employee engagement initiatives, oversee attendance tracking, lead key HR projects, provide general HR operational support, and oversee day-to-day office and facilities operations.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This is a high-impact, growth-focused role for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, cares deeply about people, and is eager to help build a modern, mission-driven workplace from the ground up.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Proven experience in a senior HR role
• Strong knowledge of HR principles, practices, and employment laws in Africa
• Experience in talent acquisition, talent management, and performance management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Analytical mindset and the ability to identify HR-related challenges and propose effective solutions
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and rapidly evolving industry
• Experience working in diverse cultural environments
• Ability to plan and organize projects and departmental deliverables
• Ability to empower and develop people within the organization

Benefits

• Competitive Salary + Commissions
• Subsidized health insurance
• Airtime + Travel expense reimbursement