The People Behind By Appointment Africa

Our strength lies in our people — a dedicated team of executive search professionals, career advisors, and researchers who are passionate about connecting talent with opportunity across Africa.

About us

By Appointment Africa is a boutique executive search firm specialising in mid to C-suite placements across Africa. Since 2009, we have been dedicated to helping businesses finding top talent on a regional and global scale while guiding professionals toward career-defining opportunities.


We operate on an exclusive retained search model, ensuring a highly strategic, research-driven hiring process that delivers the right talent the first time.

Trusted by 55+ company in Africa

Experienced. Insightful. Human-Centered.

Our team

Our strength lies in our diverse team at By Appointment Africa. From search experts to talent advisors, each member is dedicated to connecting the right people to roles across Africa.

Jackie

Our Senior Recruiter, 


With a passion for technology, agriculture, luxury hospitality and manufacturing. With experience across the region and working with international clients operating globally, she brings expertise to our team. Jackie also oversees the operational side of the business, ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.

Kate

Our Coporate Recruiter.  


With a background in international business and a passion for connecting people, she specialises in matching top talent with game changing opportunities across the continent. She loves the challenge of finding the perfect fit for both candidates and clients and she likes to bring a mix of strategy, intuition and a personal touch to every search.

Vanessa

Our Founder


Vanessa is a seasoned recruiter with 30+ years in East Africa. Known for her instinctive, high-touch approach, she connects top talent with leadership roles across the continent. She is also the Regional Coordinator for Africa within the Global Executive Search Network, giving her unmatched reach and insight.

Our Office

A calm, intentional space for meaningful work.

Located at Marula Manor on Karen Road, Nairobi, our office offers a quiet, professional setting ideal for confidential meetings and executive consultations. The peaceful environment supports focused discussions, making it well-suited for both client engagements and one-on-one career conversations

Why Companies Choose Us

Our expertise, proven process, and data-driven approach ensure you hire leaders who drive long-term success.

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Specialised in Mid to C-Suite Placements

We focus on finding top talent tailored to your business.

Data-Driven Assessments

Our advanced testing tools to ensure the best technical and cultural fit.

Exclusive Retained Search

A premium, in-depth recruitment process for long-term success.

Six-Month  Guarantee Period   

We provide six months of follow-up to ensure your new hire is the right long-term fit.

Our Recruitment Process

We believe that great hiring starts with understanding, strategy, and science. Our five-step process ensures we find the right fit, every time.

ENGAGE – Understanding Your Needs

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✔️ Deep dive into company culture, goals, and hiring needs.
✔️ In-person or virtual meetings with key decision-makers.

✔️ Assessments Report

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SEARCH – Targeted Talent Sourcing

✔️ 20+ executive search platforms and a proprietary talent database.
✔️ Industry and referral networks to find top-tier passive candidates.

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EVALUATE – Rigorous Screening & Assessments

✔️ Criteria Corp Testing – Cognitive and personality assessments tailored to leadership roles.
✔️ Competency-Based Interviews and background checks.

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DELIVER – Presenting the Best Candidates

✔️ Handpicked, pre-screened shortlist with in-depth reports.
✔️ Employer interviews and contract negotiation support.

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SUPPORT – Ensuring Long-Term Success

✔️ Six-month guarantee period – we stay engaged to ensure your new hire is the right long-term fit for your role.
✔️ Regular check-ins – ongoing support to track performance and address any concerns.

Advanced Tools & Global Reach

At By Appointment Africa, we combine industry expertise with cutting-edge tools and a global network to ensure high-quality executive hiring.


Advanced Recruitment Tools

✔️ Criteria Corp – Cognitive and personality assessments tailored to each individual role.
✔️ Breezy HR – A structured Applicant Tracking System (ATS) for efficient hiring.
✔️ 20+ Executive Search Platforms – Global databases, LinkedIn, and internal networks.


🌍 Premium Member of The Global Executive Search Network

We are proud members of Global  Executive Search Network  witch give us exclusive access to top leadership talent and global recruitment best practices

www.globalexecutivesearch.net

Meet the Founder: Vanessa Strong

With over 30 years of experience in the Kenyan market, Vanessa Strong founded By Appointment Africa in 2009 to redefine executive search with a bespoke, high-touch approach. Having held senior roles in commercial and recruitment sectors, she saw the need for a service that truly understands both businesses and candidates—ensuring the perfect match of skills, personality, and culture.

Vanessa is also the Regional Coordinator of the African countries for the The Global Executive Search Network

Born and raised in Kenya, Vanessa’s deep market insight and personal commitment continue to drive BAA’s reputation as a trusted leader in executive recruitment across East Africa.