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Agent Welfare Lead (m/w/d)

Become the Agent Welfare Lead at Sun King in Nairobi, Kenya. Provide strategic guidance to the Agent Welfare Associates, analyze data to identify issues, and prepare insightful dashboards for stakeholders. Enjoy professional growth in a dynamic industry and a multicultural work environment.
Sun King
Sun King
Nairobi, Kenya On-site Full time UTC+03:00

Sun King

Company Overview

Sun King

Nairobi, Kenya

2007

Approximately 34,000 employees globally (source: linkedin.com).

What They Do

Sun King specializes in off-grid solar energy solutions, evolving from basic solar lanterns to comprehensive home and business systems that include pay-as-you-go financing options. Their product range includes solar lanterns, solar home systems (SHS), solar inverters, and energy storage solutions utilizing lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) batteries, which boast a lifespan of over 10 years and more than 2,500 cycles (source: cbinsights.com). The company targets the 1.8 billion people globally who lack reliable grid access, providing affordable alternatives to kerosene and diesel for low-income households, small businesses, schools, and health centers across Africa and Asia (source: sunking.com). Sun King's proprietary EasyBuy technology allows customers to pay for their solar products in installments, making clean energy accessible to a broader audience (source: sunking.com). With a strong competitive position as the world's largest off-grid solar company by distribution scale, Sun King differentiates itself through its extensive field agent network and innovative product offerings (source: citigroup.com).

Projects & Track Record

Sun King has made significant strides in expanding solar access, having powered over 82 million people historically, with 18 million Kenyans benefiting from their products over the past decade. Notably, one in five Kenyans currently uses Sun King's solar solutions, and the company has seen its user base in Nigeria triple within the last year (source: physics.illinois.edu). The company has partnered with Imagine Worldwide to install solar systems in every primary school in Malawi, managing the entire value chain from manufacturing to installation (source: sunking.com). Additionally, a recent $156 million securitization deal closed in 2025 aims to provide solar access to 1.4 million Kenyan households and businesses through distributed rooftop systems (source: citigroup.com). The company is also expanding its manufacturing capabilities with a new 10,000-square-meter facility in Tatu City, Kenya, which will initially produce 700,000 solar units annually (source: expogr.com).

Recent Developments

In the past two years, Sun King has successfully closed a landmark $156 million local currency securitization with Citi and partners, aimed at delivering solar solutions to 1.4 million Kenyans, thereby supporting the country's electrification goals (source: citigroup.com). The company also inaugurated its first African manufacturing plant on December 1, 2025, in Tatu City, Kenya, which will produce solar products including TVs and smartphones, creating hundreds of jobs and an initial capacity of 700,000 units annually (source: pvknowhow.com). Earlier, a $260 million financing round provided $100 million specifically for the expansion into larger AC systems and appliances, further solidifying Sun King's market position (source: physics.illinois.edu). The company has maintained consistent profitability while scaling operations and rebranding fully to Sun King (source: physics.illinois.edu).

Working There

Sun King offers a variety of roles across different departments, including sales, operations, customer service, training, risk management, and research/procurement. The company employs over 34,000 field agents who are involved in sales, installation, and service, with a focus on hiring at their Nairobi headquarters and the new Tatu City manufacturing facility (source: sunking.com). The company culture emphasizes grassroots distribution and innovation tailored to off-grid needs, while also ensuring job stability and local economic impact through job creation and supply chain localization (source: physics.illinois.edu). Documented employee benefits include flexible financing options, comprehensive warranties on products, professional installation, after-sales support, and free maintenance checks, all contributing to a supportive work environment (source: sunking.com).


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Job Description

The Agent Welfare Lead for East and Southern Africa at Sun King will provide strategic guidance to the Agent Welfare Associates, ensuring alignment with HR and broader company goals. The role will ensure the collation and review of agent and field data to uncover root causes of issues and areas for improvement, as well as the preparation of monthly and quarterly dashboards for HR, sales, and business stakeholders. These insights will highlight incident prevalence and potential risks, while working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure corrective action plans are developed and implemented across departments.

What you will be expected to do

Strategic Guidance and Team Enablement

  • Provide strategic direction and people-focused guidance to Agent Welfare Associates, ensuring activities align with HR and overall company priorities.
  • Foster a team-based and enabling environment that encourages professional development and continuous improvement.

Data Collation and Insights

  • Oversee the collection and thorough review of agent and field data to identify root causes of issues and recurring areas of concern.
  • Develop and apply insight-led approaches to address identified issues, strengthening continuous improvement in agent welfare.

Dashboard Preparation and Reporting

  • Prepare clear monthly and quarterly dashboards for HR, sales, and business stakeholder teams.
  • Highlight key metrics, incident prevalence, risks, and trends to provide practical insights and guide informed actions.

Cross-Functional Coordination

  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including HR, sales, operations, and other relevant functions, to ensure strong alignment on agent welfare initiatives.
  • Facilitate the development and implementation of corrective action plans that enhance agent welfare across departments.

Incident Management and Risk Reduction

  • Monitor and report on incident prevalence and potential risks related to agent welfare, ensuring timely identification and follow-up.
  • Put in place proactive measures to reduce risk and strengthen the overall welfare and satisfaction of agents.

Policy and Procedure Development

  • Contribute to the development and ongoing improvement of policies and procedures related to agent welfare, ensuring they are clear, current, and well communicated.
  • Ensure alignment with company policies, industry standards, and legal requirements across all agent welfare activities.

You might be a strong candidate if you have

  • At least 5 years of professional experience in human resources management, with a strong focus on employee welfare, relations, and engagement.
  • A minimum of 2 years' experience guiding or coordinating a team.
  • A professional certification or degree in HR Management.
  • Strong data interpretation and strategic thinking skills.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.

What Sun King offers

  • Professional growth in a dynamic, rapidly expanding, high social-impact industry.
  • An open-minded, team-centred culture with engaged colleagues inspired by the possibilities of innovation and creating a profound impact on people and the planet.
  • A truly multicultural experience, with opportunities to work with and learn from people across different geographies, nationalities, and backgrounds.
  • Structured, tailored learning and development programs that enhance your growth as a professional through the Sun King Centre for Growth.

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About the role

February 28, 2026

Full time

Company

February 28, 2026

On-site

Solar Energy

Sun King

sunking.com

  •  Nairobi, Kenya

5+ years in HR management

UTC+03:00