Head of People at Zeno

What You'll Do:


Lead People Strategy: Develop and execute Zeno's People strategy across in Kenya focusing on recruitment, performance, compensation, learning, and culture.
Talent Acquisition: Build and manage scalable hiring systems to attract high-performing candidates across engineering, operations, field, and customer-facing teams.
Culture & Engagement: Foster an inclusive, high-performance culture that reflects Zeno's mission and values — ensuring engagement, belonging, and growth at every level.
Performance & Development: Design and implement performance management frameworks, leadership training, and career progression systems.
People Operations: Oversee HR operations, compliance, contracts, and payroll with precision and consistency.
Organizational Design: Partner with the leadership team to design structure and roles that support scale across Kenya and future markets.
Leadership Partner: Serve as a trusted advisor to the founders and leadership team on people decisions, team health, and organizational priorities.
Employer Brand: Build Zeno's reputation as a top employer in Africa's EV sector through community, storytelling, and recognition initiatives.


What You Bring.


5+ years of experience in People Operations, HR, with at least 2 years in a leadership or head-of function role.
Proven ability to design and scale people systems in high-growth, fast-paced organizations.
Deep understanding of employment law, HR compliance, and best practices in Kenya (and ideally wider East Africa).
Strategic thinker with hands-on execution ability — comfortable moving between board-level discussions and on-the-ground implementation.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and influence diverse teams.
Passion for people, purpose, and the future of clean mobility.