Group Head of Human Resources (Hotel Industry) Readvertisement at HCS Affiliates Group

HCS Affiliates Group, is a one-stop human resources and management consultancy organization, headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya.

 

Group Head of Human Resources (Hotel Industry) Readvertisement

  • Job TypeFull Time , Onsite
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND , Others
  • Experience5 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldHuman Resources / HR 

We are seeking an experienced and strategic HR Leader for a prestigious 5-star hospitality group with diversified business interests. The successful candidate will primarily oversee the Group Human Resources Hotel function (which constitutes 90% of the role & responsibilities), ensuring alignment of people strategy with business objectives across the hospitality entity and supporting HR functions for sister companies (approx. 10% scope).

NB: Only candidates with Minimum 5+ years of senior HR management experience in the hotel industry at the senior level will be considered.

NB: Candidates whose primary HR experience is in other industries, such as manufacturing, Public sector and NGO’S are not a good fit and will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial & Business Strategy

  • Lead group-wide compensation and benefits strategy with a focus on competitiveness and cost efficiency
  • Drive workforce planning, productivity optimization, and labor cost management
  • Oversee HR budgeting and demonstrate ROI across recruitment, learning, and talent initiatives
  • Strengthen performance-linked reward systems aligned to business and financial outcomes

2. People & Culture Leadership

  • Position the group as an employer of choice in the hotel industry
  • Ensure compliance with Kenyan labor laws and maintain strong industrial relations
  • Champion employee engagement, retention programs, and communication channels
  • Develop and maintain a strong talent pipeline aligned to business needs and service standards
  • Foster a culture grounded in trust, confidentiality, and ethical business practices

3. HR Systems, Governance & Compliance

  • Develop and strengthen HR policies, SOPs, and governance frameworks
  • Lead the Balanced Scorecard performance management implementation
  • Deploy HR technology systems for data-driven talent decisions
  • Champion organizational development, culture-building and change initiatives
  • Lead Health, Safety and Wellness compliance and programs across the group

4. Learning, Growth & Leadership Development

  • Develop and manage leadership development and succession programs
  • Oversee structured learning platforms, mentorship programs and skill-building initiatives
  • Promote collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement
  • Build HR team capability as strategic business partners

5. Group Support

  • Provide HR support to sister companies (≈10% workload) to ensure consistency in HR standards and alignment with group values

Key Competencies

  • Comprehensive knowledge of Kenyan labour law and global HR standards
  • Strong business acumen and decision-making capabilities
  • Excellent stakeholder management and board advisory experience
  • Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and communication skills
  • Results-driven, ethical and self-motivated professional

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree with HR specialization
  • CHRP-K & valid IHRM membership (MANDATORY
  • Minimum 5 years’ senior HR leadership experience in a hotel environment (MANDATORY)
  • Proven track record in HR transformation and managing industrial relations
  • Experience in 5-star+ hotels with 150+ staff 

Check how your CV aligns with this job

Method of Application

Qualified candidates should send their CV and application letter to: jobshag@hcsaffiliatesgroup.com

Email Subject: Group Head of HR / Head of HR

Applicants must state current and expected salary range
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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