Human Resource Business Partner (Nairobi, Kenya)
About Solar Panda
Solar Panda is a Canadian high-growth, clean-tech company providing home solar systems and appliances to customers in Kenya who lack access to electricity. Our loan-to-own model enables families to afford reliable electricity and life-changing appliances, significantly improving their lives.
Solar Panda provides innovative solar power systems for lighting and TV in rural communities. Our loan-to-own model allows households to have electricity for less than the daily cost of kerosene and mobile phone charging. With over 1 billion people worldwide without access to electricity, we believe that access to electricity should be a right for everyone, everywhere.
Role Profile:
The Human Resource Business Partner at Solar Panda will report directly to the Human Resource & Administration Manager. This position holds a critical role in aligning business goals with employee engagement across designated departments. The HR Business Partner will evaluate and anticipate HR-related needs, actively communicating with line managers, and working to develop cohesive and effective solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work closely with Line Managers to integrate HR strategy with business strategy, including workforce planning and talent development.
- Guide and support Line Managers in performance management processes, ensuring fair and effective evaluation and development of staff.
- Manage employee relations issues, including resolving workplace conflicts and advising management on disciplinary actions.
- Assess training needs and collaborate with the Line Managers.
- Lead and participate in cross-functional HR projects and initiatives in different departments.
- Play a key role in supporting change management initiatives and facilitating effective communication and transition processes.
- Analyse and report HR metrics and trends to help guide decision-making and HR strategies.
- Promote and support diversity and inclusion initiatives within the organisation.
- Ensure compliance with the employment law.
- Design and execute employee-experience initiatives that contribute to a great place to work.
- Conduct employee surveys and other feedback mechanisms to gather input and track the effectiveness of HR programs and initiatives.
- Planning, organizing and coordinating employee company events.
Academic Qualifications & Work Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in social science, or other HR-related fields.
- At least Kenya HR certification – KNEC or CHRP
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in an HR generalist role.
Personal Attributes:
- Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of HR principles, including employment law, compensation, organizational planning, organization development, employee relations, and training.
- Management Skills: Excellent skills in people management and change management.
- Human Relations Skills: Exceptional interpersonal and negotiation skills, capable of building strong relationships at all levels of the organization.
- Analytical skills: Derive reports from data.
The company places a high priority on personal integrity, hard work, and respect for customers and co-workers.
If this position sounds like a good fit for you, please submit your cover letter and CV here or send by e-mail to RecruitmentKE@solarpanda.com before 21st April 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Kindly reference the job title in your application.
Solar Panda is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, or disability.
Solar Panda does not charge any fees on recruitment.
