Job Title: HR Manager (Performance Management & Policy Implementation)

Reporting to: Country Director

Location: Westlands, Nairobi

Gross Salary: KES 200,000 – 250,000

Client Description:

The client is a global pharmaceutical manufacturing company seeking to recruit a Human Resources Manager (HRM) for its Kenya office.

Role Overview:

We are recruiting for a strategic, structured, and performance-driven HR Manager with proven experience in the pharmaceutical sector. The ideal candidate must demonstrate strong expertise in performance management systems and HR policy implementation within a regulated environment.

This role is designed for a disciplined HR professional who is passionate about building accountability frameworks, enforcing governance standards, and driving measurable workforce performance. Experience operating in the pharmaceutical space is mandatory due to the compliance-sensitive nature of the industry.

Key Responsibilities

1. Performance Management & Workforce Effectiveness

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  Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of a robust performance management framework.
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  Drive KPI setting, structured appraisal cycles, performance reviews, and corrective action plans.
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  Embed a performance-driven culture across departments with clear accountability metrics.
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  Manage underperformance processes in strict alignment with company policy and labor laws.
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  Ensure performance systems are practical, measurable, and aligned to business strategy.

2. HR Policy Development & Implementation

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  Review, strengthen, and enforce HR policies and procedures in line with Kenyan labor laws and pharmaceutical industry regulations.
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  Ensure consistent policy interpretation and implementation across all departments.
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  Lead disciplinary processes with procedural fairness and compliance discipline.
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  Maintain well-structured HR documentation and governance systems.
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  Monitor adherence to internal policies and recommend improvements where necessary.

3. Talent Management & Workforce Planning

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  Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies aligned to business growth.
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  Implement succession planning and workforce capability development initiatives.
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  Identify training needs and coordinate structured learning programs.

4. Compliance & Regulatory Oversight (Pharmaceutical Environment)

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  Ensure strict adherence to labor laws and statutory obligations.
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  Maintain HR audit readiness and regulatory documentation.
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  Support compliance requirements specific to the pharmaceutical industry.

5. Employee Relations & Organizational Culture

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  Provide strategic HR advisory support to management.
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  Foster a culture centered on accountability, compliance, and performance excellence.
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  Manage grievances, disciplinary matters, and conflict resolution processes professionally.

6. HR Reporting & Analytics

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  Develop and present HR performance metrics and workforce reports.
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  Analyze workforce data to support executive decision-making.
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  Monitor trends in turnover, productivity, and employee performance.

Requirements and Qualifications

Education & Credentials

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  Bachelors degree in Human Resource Management.
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  Qualified CHRP

Experience

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  Minimum 5 years progressive HR experience.
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  Proven experience working within the pharmaceutical industry is required.
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  Demonstrated hands-on experience implementing performance management frameworks and enforcing HR policies.

Core Competencies

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  Strong knowledge of Kenyan labor laws and compliance standards.
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  Demonstrable expertise in performance management systems.
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  Strong policy implementation and governance orientation.
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  Structured, disciplined, and results-driven leadership approach.
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  High integrity and confidentiality standards.
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  Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
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  Analytical mindset with ability to interpret HR metrics and workforce data.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their CV via our Career Page.

Application Deadline: 10th March 2026.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.