Dalmas Odero re-elected IHRM Chairman

The Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) has re-elected Dalmas Odero as its National Chairman for a second three-year term.

Odero, who first assumed office in July 2022, pledged to anchor his new term on reforms focused on professionalism, member welfare, advocacy, and execution. He said his goal is to strengthen ethics, enhance certification, address emerging challenges such as AI and hybrid work, and improve mental well-being support for members.

The chairman also vowed to champion amendments to the Human Resource Management Professionals (HRMP) Act. If enacted, the reforms will expand IHRM’s mandate, strengthen accountability, and entrench HR as a key partner in national policy and workforce planning.

Odero said his re-election was not a personal victory but a collective mandate from HR professionals to elevate the institute’s role in transforming organizations and contributing to nation-building. He promised to foster inclusivity and unity within the profession while positioning IHRM as a continental leader in people management and corporate governance.

The chairman further called on practitioners to comply with licensing requirements, stressing that credibility and respect for the profession depend on full membership and adherence to regulations. He noted that while IHRM has over 20,000 registered members, only about 7,000 actively participate in its activities.

He urged greater engagement, including from students in universities and colleges pursuing HR courses.

“We must ensure every HR practitioner is a licensed, active member of IHRM. That is the only way to safeguard our credibility and respect as professionals,” Odero said.

Executive Director Kuresha Abdullahi backed the call, reminding employers that HR is a regulated profession and warning that organizations risk liability if they hire unlicensed practitioners.