Training on Interpersonal Skills for HR Professionals
Strengthen your HR impact with essential interpersonal and communication skills to manage people confidently and empathetically.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Intermediate
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
This course empowers HR professionals with the interpersonal and communication skills needed to build trust, resolve conflicts, and foster collaboration across all levels of an organization. Participants will learn to navigate complex employee relations, handle sensitive conversations, and influence decisions with emotional intelligence and professionalism. The course blends psychology, communication techniques, and real-life case studies to enhance participants’ confidence and effectiveness in human-centered HR roles.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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HR managers, officers, and business partners
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Learning and development professionals
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Employee relations and talent management specialists
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Supervisors or team leaders aspiring to strengthen people skills
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
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Communicate effectively and diplomatically in HR settings.
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Use emotional intelligence to navigate challenging employee situations.
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Build rapport and credibility with staff and management.
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Resolve conflicts constructively and promote collaboration.
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Strengthen decision-making and negotiation through improved interpersonal awareness.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Foundations of Effective Interpersonal Communication
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Understanding human behavior and communication dynamics.
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Active listening, empathy, and nonverbal communication.
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Building trust and psychological safety in workplace relationships.
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Case Study: Addressing a communication breakdown between HR and employees.
Module 2: Emotional Intelligence and Self-Awareness for HR Professionals
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The components of emotional intelligence (EQ) and its impact on HR effectiveness.
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Managing emotions under pressure and improving self-regulation.
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Reading emotional cues and responding appropriately.
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Case Study: Applying EQ to manage employee resistance to feedback.
Module 3: Conflict Resolution and Difficult Conversations
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Identifying sources of workplace conflict and managing them proactively.
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Mediation and negotiation techniques for HR professionals.
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Maintaining neutrality and professionalism in emotionally charged situations.
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Case Study: Mediating a conflict between two high-performing employees.
Module 4: Influencing, Persuasion, and Relationship Management
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Building credibility and trust with stakeholders.
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Using persuasion ethically to influence organizational decisions.
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Managing upward, downward, and cross-functional communication.
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Case Study: Influencing leadership decisions on employee engagement initiatives.
Module 5: Building Collaborative and Inclusive Workplace Relationships
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Encouraging open dialogue, inclusion, and diversity awareness.
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Team dynamics and fostering cooperation across departments.
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Promoting transparency and a culture of respect.
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Case Study: Facilitating collaboration during organizational restructuring.
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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Improves workplace harmony and communication effectiveness.
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Enhances employee engagement and conflict resolution efficiency.
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Strengthens HR’s role as a trusted business partner.
Individual Impact
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Develops confidence in managing diverse employee interactions.
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Builds emotional intelligence and active listening competencies.
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Improves persuasion, empathy, and conflict management skills.
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
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NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
- NakuruNext
20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Kigali
20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Accra
20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Kisumu
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Johannesburg
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Dakar
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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