It is with profound sorrow that CHRM College announces the passing of our esteemed Board Chairperson, Robert F. Mugira FIHRM, who departed on the morning of March 17, 2025. His untimely demise leaves an irreplaceable void in our institution and the broader human resource management community.
Robert F. Mugira was not only a visionary leader but also a consummate professional whose dedication and expertise shaped CHRM’s direction during his tenure as Chairperson. With over three decades of experience spanning diverse sectors such as tourism, petroleum, heavy construction, mining, and manufacturing across East and West Africa, Mr. Mugira brought unparalleled insight and innovation to his role. His commitment to excellence was evident in every initiative he undertook, from organizational design and strategy formulation to capacity building and governance consulting.
Mr. Mugira’s career was marked by his unwavering drive to positively impact society through ethical, evidence-based leadership and management principles. He was a pioneer in human resource management, being among the first individuals awarded Fellow Membership of the Institute of Human Resource Management. His contributions extended beyond CHRM, serving on two governing councils of IHRM and as a board member of the IHRM Board of Fellows.
In addition to his leadership at CHRM, Mr. Mugira was the founder and CEO of Skybridge Human Capital Solutions. He played a pivotal role in international development initiatives funded by UKaid DfID and USAID/KEA (MODS), serving as a senior HR and organizational development consultant. His collaborations with renowned consultancy firms such as PWC, EY, KPMG, Dexis Consulting Group, CITED, and PKF further underscored his expertise in delivering transformative projects across various sectors.
Robert’s work focused on developing policies and programs that strengthened organizational systems, enhanced staff productivity, and optimized performance frameworks. His contributions included designing staffing models, conducting workload analyses, implementing performance management tools, and developing salary grading structures for government ministries, state corporations, private institutions, research organizations, and NGOs.
His leadership at CHRM over the past year significantly shaped the institution’s vision and strategic direction. Those who had the privilege of working alongside him will remember him as a mentor whose wisdom inspired growth and innovation.
As we mourn his loss, we honour his legacy—a legacy that will continue to inspire future generations of leaders in human resource management. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, colleagues, and all who were touched by his remarkable life.
Robert F. Mugira’s contributions to CHRM and society at large will forever remain etched in our hearts. May his soul rest in eternal peace.
