Head of Human Resource at Janta Kenya

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and evolve HR strategies that align with the regulatory framework and support overall business objectives
• Lead and implement recruitment strategies to attract top talent in gaming, betting, and technology-related roles aligned to the Company Values.
• Develop and continuously enhance retention strategies to boost employee satisfaction and reduce turnover.
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of the legal requirements, regulations & trends to ensure compliant business polices, processes and decisions.
• Champion Culture Change programs within the organization to ensure competitive advantage through engagement programs, conflict resolution, and employee well-being initiatives.
• Oversee and implement performance appraisal systems, set KPIs, and provide guidance to managers on employee development and overall performance management.
• Work with leadership to design competitive salary structures, incentive programs, and benefits packages tailored to industry standards.
• Monitor HR metrics such as employee turnover, recruitment effectiveness, Performance management and engagement levels. Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Identify skill gaps and organize training sessions to improve employee competencies in business operations, gaming technologies, emerging technologies and compliance.
• Manage the HR & Admin budgets with full accountability.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Employee Net Promoter Score (eNPS)
• Time and Cost per Hire
• Turnover and Retention rate
• Training effectiveness
• Performance/Goal Achievement Rate
• Automation Rate of HR Processes
• HR Budget Adherence
• HR Initiative Success Rate

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 10+ years of progressive leadership, ideally in Technology, Telco, or FMCG
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and best HR practices.
• Familiarity with HR software and performance management tools.
• Exceptional leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Cultural Fit
• Bold, data-driven, and entrepreneurial
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and pivoting quickly
• Passionate about sports, entertainment, and digital culture in Kenya