Effie Cooke
About Effie Cooke
Effie Cooke is a Global Human Resources Director with over 25 years of experience in operational and strategic HR roles, currently serving at d.light and other organizations in Africa. She has a strong background in organizational development and has led HR initiatives across multiple countries.
Work at d.light
Effie Cooke serves as the Global Human Resources Director at d.light, a position she has held since 2020. Based in Nairobi, Kenya, she focuses on enhancing the company's human resources strategies and initiatives. Her role involves overseeing HR operations and implementing programs that support organizational growth and employee development.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
In addition to her role at d.light, Effie Cooke is the Founder and Non-Executive Director at Capability Trust, a position she has maintained since 2020 in Accra, Ghana. She also serves as an Independent Non-Executive Director at OmniBSIC Ghana, contributing her expertise to the banking sector. These roles reflect her commitment to organizational and people development across various sectors.
Education and Expertise
Effie Cooke studied at Middlesex University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Law and Human Resources from 1992 to 1995. With over 25 years of experience in human resources, she possesses extensive knowledge in Human Resource Management, Learning, Leadership Development, and Organizational Development. Her educational background supports her strategic approach to HR.
Background and Experience
Effie Cooke has a diverse background in human resources, having worked in both operational and strategic roles. She previously held positions at Opportunity International, serving as Regional Human Resources Director from 2012 to 2015 and as Head of Human Resources from 2005 to 2012. Additionally, she was the Executive Director at Capability Trust from 2015 to 2020, where she led HR initiatives across multiple African countries and beyond.
Achievements and Contributions
Throughout her career, Effie Cooke has led HR teams and initiatives across ten African countries, as well as in China, India, the UK, and the USA. She serves on various boards in sectors such as banking, hospitality, and NGOs, demonstrating her commitment to fostering engaged and high-performing cultures within organizations.