Sarah Machungo (Bcom Hr,Hnd,MBA Strategic,Ma C.Psychology)
About Sarah Machungo (Bcom Hr,Hnd,MBA Strategic,Ma C.Psychology)
Sarah Machungo is a Human Resource Business Partner-Operations at M-KOPA, where she has worked since 2022. With over 14 years of experience in human resource management and counseling psychology, she focuses on aligning HR policies with business goals and enhancing employee well-being.
Work at M-KOPA
Sarah Machungo has been serving as the Human Resource Business Partner - Operations at M-KOPA since 2022. In this role, she works in a hybrid capacity and collaborates closely with senior leaders to ensure that HR policies align with the company's business goals. She also provides corporate wellness and life skills training programs, as well as offering individual and group therapy sessions aimed at enhancing employee well-being and resilience.
Education and Expertise
Sarah Machungo holds multiple degrees and certifications in human resources and psychology. She earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) in Human Resources Management from The Catholic University of Eastern Africa from 2004 to 2008. She furthered her education with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Strategic Management from the University of Nairobi from 2012 to 2014, and a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from United States International University - Africa from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, she achieved a Higher National Diploma in Human Resources Management from the Institute of Human Resource Management.
Professional Background
Sarah Machungo has over 14 years of experience in human resource management and counseling psychology. Her career includes significant roles such as Human Resource Manager at Crowne Plaza Hotel Nairobi from 2018 to 2019, Vertical HR Head at Ramco Group from 2019 to 2021, and Group Human Resources Manager at Superior Hotels Kenya from 2015 to 2017. She also worked as a Training Manager at Sarova Hotels from 2009 to 2014 and held various HR positions at other organizations, including PRIDEINN HOTELS AND RESORTS and Crown Paints Kenya Ltd.
Certifications and Training
In addition to her formal education, Sarah Machungo has pursued further professional development. She completed a six-month Certified HR Business Partner program at the Academy to Innovate HR in 2023. This certification enhances her expertise in aligning HR practices with business strategies and contributes to her capability in fostering positive workplace cultures.
Passion for Employee Engagement
Sarah Machungo is dedicated to fostering positive workplace cultures and enhancing employee engagement. Her extensive experience in human resource management and counseling psychology informs her approach to creating supportive work environments. She emphasizes the importance of employee well-being through various initiatives, including training programs and therapy sessions.