About the role
GAIN is seeking to recruit an Employee Relations and Safeguarding Lead will play a pivotal leadership role in the HR team and will be responsible for leading and taking full accountabilities for all aspects of service delivery for employee relations and safeguarding activity, fostering a supportive, inclusive, and compliant work environment. Lead on shaping and overseeing the employee relations and safeguarding framework and strategy in order to support and strengthen GAIN’s organisational culture and strategic objectives.
This
role will be offered on two (2) years fixed term contract, subject to securing
the award and availability of funding and will be based in Kenya. This advert
closes on 14th May 2026. GAIN encourages early applications and
reserves the right to close the advert ahead of the advertised deadline if we
receive a high volume of interest.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead on the development and implementation of employee relations
strategies, ensuring alignment with organisational values and goals
- Develop and embed the strategic organisational approach to managing
employee relations cases across the organisation
- Partner with Learning and Development colleagues to develop high
standards of people management and leadership capability across the
organisation, helping managers have the confidence and skills to manage
teams and individuals effectively.
- Develop and deliver training programs on employee relations,
safeguarding, workplace harassment, diversity and inclusion, etc.
- Lead the design, implementation, and monitoring of GAIN’s
safeguarding policies and practices to ensure high standards and
continuous improvements across the organization.
- Oversee and review systems and procedures for identifying,
receiving, reporting, investigating and responding to safeguarding issues,
concerns and complaints are in-place and operating effectively
- Build and maintain a safeguarding community of practice and support
key stakeholders across GAIN to understand and implement policy
- Review, update, and enforce HR & Safeguarding policies to ensure
alignment with legal requirements and organizational values.
- Stay updated on labour laws and safeguarding regulations in all
countries where GAIN operates, advising the organisation on necessary
adjustments.
- Partner with Learning and Development colleagues to develop high
standards of people management and leadership capability across the
organisation, helping managers have the confidence and skills to manage
teams and individuals effectively.
- Develop and deliver training programs on employee relations,
safeguarding, workplace harassment, diversity and inclusion, etc.
Qualifications
- The ideal candidate will bring strong strategic leadership and the
ability to influence and inspire teams at all levels, driving both
operational excellence and cultural change. They will demonstrate clear,
systems thinking with sound judgement, creativity, and strong
problem-solving skills, alongside deep expertise in employee relations,
safeguarding, and relevant labour laws. With high emotional intelligence
and cultural competence, they will handle sensitive issues with diplomacy,
maintain confidentiality, and foster an inclusive environment. Their
experience will include leading teams, managing complex employee relations
cases, embedding safeguarding practices across diverse organizations, and
delivering training and capacity building. Resilient and adaptable, they
will thrive under pressure, effectively manage conflict, and remain
committed to continuous learning and professional development.
How to Apply
