Overview
- Act: Human Resource Management Professionals Act No. 52 of 2012
- Formed: 1987
- CEO: CHRP Quresha Abdullahi
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The Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) is Kenya’s statutory HR regulatory body, established under the Human Resource Management Professionals Act No. 52 of 2012. IHRM’s mandate includes regulating, certifying, and promoting best practices among HR professionals. It also oversees training, standards development, and continuous professional growth for HR practitioners across public and private sectors. Serving as a key advisor on HR policy, IHRM aims to foster ethical practices and strategic management in Kenya’s workforce development, supported by a membership base spanning diverse industries.
CEO: CHRP Quresha Abdullahi
CHRP Quresha Abdullahi, CEO of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM), is an experienced HR leader with a background in strategic HR management and policy development. She holds a Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP) designation and has a strong educational foundation in HR, focusing on workforce development and organizational effectiveness in Kenya.
Management Team
CHRP Quresha Abdullahi
Executive Director
Irene Kimacia
Head of Corporate Affairs & Communications
Fredrick Karani
Head of Operations
CHRP Milka Owao
Manager Training, Membership & Reg. Services
Job Akuno
Finance Manager
Vincent Nyarige
Accountant
Isaac Nyamweya
Member Welfare/Ag Procurement Officer
Mary Maina
Operations Officer
Catherine Baraza
Membership Registration Officer
Daniel Nyoike
Digital Media & Communication Officer
Board of Governors
CHRP Odero Philip Dalmas
Chairman
CHRP Beatrice Cherotich Bii
Vice – Chairperson
CHRP Patricia Okello
Member
Amina Gedi
Member
John Mwanzia
Member
Jackson Alwanga
Ministry of Public Service Representative
Hellen Apiyo
Ministry of Labour Representative
CHRP Catherine Mwangi
Member
Mathangani Muya
Member
CHRP Quresha Abdullahi
Council Secretary & Executive Director
Functions
- Professional Regulation and Licensing: IHRM enforces HR standards by certifying and licensing HR professionals, ensuring only qualified practitioners operate in the industry.
- Training and Development: Through structured Continuous Professional Development (CPD) programs, IHRM provides training and learning opportunities for HR professionals to enhance their skills and adapt to emerging industry trends.
- Ethics and Compliance: IHRM promotes adherence to ethical standards and codes of conduct in HR practices, holding practitioners accountable and setting a standard for integrity within the profession.
- Government Policy Advisory: The Institute collaborates with the government on HR policy development, offering insights on labor laws, employment standards, and workforce management best practices.
- Certification of Practicing Professionals: IHRM is responsible for issuing certificates to qualified HR practitioners, which is a legal requirement for HR professionals to practice in Kenya.
- Networking and Knowledge-Sharing: The Institute organizes events, conferences, and forums, fostering a network of HR professionals who can share knowledge, ideas, and resources.
- Public Awareness and Advocacy: IHRM educates the public and employers on the value of effective HR management and the impact it has on organizational success and employee welfare.
- Research and Data Collection: Through research initiatives, IHRM contributes to the HR knowledge base, studying trends, challenges, and advancements in human resource management.
- Dispute Resolution and Support: IHRM provides dispute resolution services to address HR-related conflicts and grievances, promoting harmonious workplace relations.
- Quality Assurance in HR Service Delivery: IHRM monitors HR service quality across various sectors, helping to uphold a high standard of HR practices nationwide.
Important Links
Address & Contacts
- P.O. Box 6132-00300, Nairobi, Kenya
- Prism Towers, 24th Floor
- Third Ngong Ave, Nairobi
- PR45+QH Nairobi
- info@ihrm.or.ke |trainings@ihrm.or.ke |membership@ihrm.or.ke| hrawards@ihrm.or.ke
- 0706792005/0793792002
- Marketing: 0795792003
- Welfare: 0718792003
- WhatsApp: 0791792002