Connecting the Right Leaders to the Right Opportunities to drive Africa forward

Hyre Africa is a boutique executive search and recruitment firm, with passion and expertise for recruiting leadership talent for businesses across the region.

We believe that exceptional people play a catalytic role in driving an organisation’s growth agenda, and are committed to finding you the right leaders with the experience, competencies, and agility required to deliver in their roles.

At Hyre Africa, our mission is clear: to play a pivotal role in the growth and success of businesses across the continent - matching the right talent to the right opportunity to drive Africa forward.

Recruitment Consultant, Executive Search & Recruitmet

We are Hiring!

Hyre Africa is looking to hire a Recruitment Consultant to join our team. You’ll lead the research and sourcing phase of searches — identifying, engaging, and evaluating potential candidates. This role is suitable for someone who is passionate, detail-oriented, who thrives in a fast-paced, client-facing environment and enjoys working autonomously.

The position will report directly to the Managing Partner, and will offer the opportunity to work remotely, with occasional in-person collaboration.

Head of Built-In Appliances, Retail

Our client, Hotpoint Appliances Limited (Hotpoint) is one of the leading retailers and distributors of Electronics and Home Appliances in Kenya. Having been established in 1984, the company has grown considerably and is now home to more than 20 global brands including LG, Samsung, Ariston, Kenwood and Nutribullet.

Hotpoint is seeking an ambitious, experienced, and passionate individual to lead the growth of its Built-In Appliances business, which has significant potential for expansion. This role will serve as the central link across procurement, sales, service, installation, marketing, exports, online, and commercial teams.

Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition, Healthcare/Education

Our client, Aga Khan University, is a pioneering institution of higher education whose mission is to improve the quality of life in the developing world and beyond, through world-class teaching, research, and healthcare delivery.

The Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition will be responsible for recruiting and on-boarding senior leadership talent for the University’s East African operations, in collaboration with the Global TA function. We are looking for a seasoned HR professional with strong stakeholder management skills and executive search experience.

Aga Khan University, Executive Search, Talent Acquisition, East Africa, NGO, Education & Healthcare

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