Ruth Ndwiga

Ruth Ndwiga is a seasoned HR professional and leadership trainer with over 14 years of experience in HR strategy, talent development, and organizational growth across Africa and beyond. She has a proven track record of fostering employee-centric cultures, managing distributed teams, and driving organizational performance.

Certified as a Transformational Coach by the Coach Masters Academy under the International Coaching Federation (ICF), Ruth specializes in leadership development that enhances team capabilities and delivers measurable business results. Her expertise spans diverse sectors, making her a trusted partner in organizational transformation. Ruth’s strategic and results-driven approach positions her as a catalyst for growth and success.

Hobbies

• Writing
• Cooking
• Dancing
• Poetry
• Reading business journals

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Hospitality & Tourism Management – Kenyatta University, Kenya

Certifications

• Certificate in Entrepreneurship – AVODA Institute of Entrepreneurship, Kampala, Uganda
• Professional Certified Coach in Transformational Coaching – Coach Masters Academy, Singapore (2021)
• Leadership Development Program – Aramex International
• Labour and Employment Law Compliance – HR Managers’ Association of Uganda (2019)

Notable Roles

Talent Manager – Rootical (September 2024 – Present):
Attracting, recruiting, selecting, onboarding passionate Founders. Offer HR consultancy, coaching, and mentorship to portfolio companies. Set Founders up for success.

Management & HR Consultant – BADILI Consults (2016 – Present):
Designed and executed HR strategies for SMEs, improving efficiency and profitability.

Head of Human Resources – Vet Centre & Agrivetis Uganda Ltd, Aramex Uganda (2023 – 2011):
Built HR departments and elevated organizational culture and compliance.

Regional Culture & Capability Manager – Aramex International (2015):
Launched a Sales Academy Program that boosted sales across Africa and the Middle East.

Skills

• Leadership Training & Development
• Strategic Corporate & HR Planning
• Talent Management Across Multinational Teams
• Change Management & Employee Engagement
• Coaching and Mentoring

Key Achievements

• Leadership Trainer: Conducted over 30 training courses that transformed team dynamics and managerial effectiveness.
• Strategic HR Consultant: Streamlined operations for four organizations by establishing HR departments and implementing robust management systems.
• Board Leadership: As Secretary General at Bless a Child Foundation, demonstrated governance excellence and a commitment to community impact.