Samantha Songole, Chrp K
About Samantha Songole, Chrp K
Samantha Songole is a Human Resources Manager for East and West Africa at Planned Parenthood Federation of America. She has extensive experience in HR roles, including positions at the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and East African Breweries Ltd, and holds a CHRP-K certification.
Current Role at Planned Parenthood Federation of America
Samantha Songole serves as the Human Resources Manager for East & West Africa at Planned Parenthood Federation of America. She has held this position since 2022, working from Nairobi County, Kenya. In her role, she focuses on capability building for HR Business Partners and line managers. She emphasizes the importance of fostering an inclusive culture within the organization and enjoys witnessing the growth of employees she has onboarded.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to her current role, Samantha worked at the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) as a Senior Human Resources Officer from 2020 to 2022. She also held various positions at East African Breweries Ltd, including HR Simplification Specialist and HR Operations Lead Advisor. Her experience spans multiple roles, allowing her to develop a comprehensive understanding of HR operations and payroll management.
Education and Professional Development
Samantha Songole studied at Kenyatta University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and French from 2009 to 2013. She also completed a Diploma in Human Resource Management at the Institute of Human Resource Management from 2010 to 2012. Currently, she is pursuing a Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP-K) designation at the College of Human Resource Management, which she achieved in 2022.
Skills and Expertise in Human Resources
Samantha possesses a diverse skill set in human resources, including experience with HR systems rollouts in applications such as Workday, ServiceNow, and Salesforce. She is bilingual and has capabilities in contracts management, HR data analysis, and reporting. Her focus on stakeholder management and building long-lasting relationships supports her effectiveness in HR operations.
Commitment to Employee Development
Samantha values employee development and is dedicated to promoting an inclusive workplace culture. She supports innovation and creativity as essential components for enhancing employee well-being. Her commitment is evident in her efforts to ensure consistent capability building for HR professionals and her enjoyment in seeing employees advance into new roles.