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Eunice Waihenya

Founder DeerHr Global People Services
Nairobi,Kenya
Eunice Waihenya

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Company CulturePersonal development programsWork from home optionHealthcare benefits4-day work week

Summary

I am a Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP-K) and MSc Strategic Management candidate (JKUAT) with over 10 years of HR leadership experience across multinational corporations, Regional Enterprises, and Entrepreneurial ventures. I specialize in strategic workforce management, compliance, organizational development, and transformation of HR into a value-driving business partner.

I have successfully: Built HR structures from the ground up for multiple organizations. Driven compliance and risk mitigation, safeguarding companies against labor disputes. Enhanced retention and engagement through high-impact people strategies.

Advised SMEs and professionals via my Consultancy Firm DeerHR Global Ltd. My approach integrates Global HR best practices, strategic execution, and business alignment, ensuring that people strategies deliver measurable impact.

I bring Expertise and knowledge in Labor Law Compliance process optimization, and strategic planning, with flexible approach to evolving business needs. Known for reliability, strong communication, and fostering productive work environment.

Overview

9
years of professional experience
2
Certificates

Work History

DeerHR Consultancy – HR Advisory & Career Coaching
Nairobi, Nairobi Province

Founder & Principal Consultant
02.2023 - Current

Job overview

Advise SMEs on HR compliance frameworks, policy development, and recruitment strategies.

  • Launched career advisory services helping professionals secure opportunities in competitive markets.
  • Delivered capacity-building sessions on HR metrics, labor law compliance, and performance management.
  • Design and institutionalize the Employee Policy Handbook, aligning with Kenyan labor law and international standards.
  • Roll out employee engagement & wellness programs, increasing retention and workplace satisfaction. ensuring regional compliance and standardization.
  • Play an instrumental role in recruiting top talent to build a highly skilled workforce capable of meeting diverse company needs.
  • Implementation of regular performance reviews, providing constructive feedback and setting achievable goals for improvement.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs for new employees, increasing overall productivity levels,Establish performance goals and provide feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Fosters a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff input on process enhancements or procedural changes that would benefit the organization as a whole building a positive organizational culture that fostered creativity, innovation, and employee engagement.

Safaricom PLC (Contractor) – Nairobi, Kenya
Nairobi, Nairobi Province

Workforce Management Lead Officer / Analyst
08.2021 - 08.2023

Job overview

  • Partnered with business leaders on organizational design and future-ready workforce planning.
  • Designed and implemented a 0–90 Day Onboarding Portal & Buddy Program, achieving 90% new-hire retention and 0% attrition in FY2022.
  • Created HR analytics dashboards, improving decision-making through data-driven insights.
  • Reduced recruitment costs by 25% by streamlining resourcing strategies and minimizing agency dependency.
  • Rolled out learning & development programs aligned with digital transformation skill gaps.
  • Collaborated with key stakeholders throughout various stages of project lifecycle from initiation through completion; ensured alignment of goals, objectives, resource allocation plans.
  • Streamlined communication channels, facilitating collaboration among team members and improving overall project management.
  • Oversaw training programs for new hires, ensuring proper onboarding procedures were followed and employees were equipped with necessary skills for success in their roles.
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.

Pekay Brothers Limited
Thika, Nairobi Province

Human Resources Manager
03.2017 - 03.2021

Job overview

  • Built a compliance-driven HR framework, ensuring statutory adherence and reducing legal exposure.
  • Led organizational restructuring initiatives, improving workforce efficiency and role clarity.
  • Developed and executed succession planning pipelines for business continuity.
  • Established HR metrics dashboards on recruitment, attrition, and performance for leadership reporting.
  • Championed performance management cycles (KPI setting, probation, PIPs, appraisals).

Education

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Technology
Nairobi

Master of Science from Strategic Management
11.2025

University Overview

Expected Completion Nov 2025

HRMPEB -IHRM
Nairobi

Certified Human Resources Professional K- CHRP (K) from CHRP-K
11.2024

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Technology
Main Campus -Juja

Bachelor of Commerce from Human Resource Management
11.2013

Skills

International HR Strategy & Governance

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References

Available on request.

Affiliations

  • Member, Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM), Kenya
  • Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP-K) – HRMPEB Kenya

Software

IHRS

ZOHO

TABLEAU

ORACLE FUSION CLOUD

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Certification

CHRP -K

Timeline

HR PRACTICING LICENSE

01-2025

CHRP -K

11-2024

Founder & Principal Consultant

DeerHR Consultancy – HR Advisory & Career Coaching
02.2023 - Current

Workforce Management Lead Officer / Analyst

Safaricom PLC (Contractor) – Nairobi, Kenya
08.2021 - 08.2023

Human Resources Manager

Pekay Brothers Limited
03.2017 - 03.2021

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Technology

Master of Science from Strategic Management

HRMPEB -IHRM

Certified Human Resources Professional K- CHRP (K) from CHRP-K

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Technology

Bachelor of Commerce from Human Resource Management
Eunice WaihenyaFounder DeerHr Global People Services