Connecting Ambition with Opportunity
Hema is a mobile-first recruitment platform that connects unskilled and semi-skilled job seekers in Africa and Asia with verified employers and recruitment agencies in the Gulf region. The platform also facilitates safe migration, digital salary disbursement , and financial inclusion.
- Founded
- 2025
- Workers Placed
- 500+
- Countries Served
- 7
- Employer Satisfaction
- 98%
Our Story
Founded by a team of innovators passionate about ethical recruitment and financial inclusion, Hema started with a simple idea: to create a transparent, efficient, and humane platform for global talent mobility. We saw firsthand the challenges faced by both workers seeking international jobs and employers struggling to find reliable talent. We knew there had to be a better way.
From day one, our focus has been on building technology that empowers users. For job seekers, this means providing tools for skill verification, profile building, and secure financial services. For employers, it means offering a streamlined process to discover, interview, and manage a global workforce.
Today, we are proud to have facilitated thousands of successful placements, helping people achieve their professional goals and enabling businesses to grow. But our journey is far from over. We are constantly innovating, driven by our commitment to making a positive impact on a global scale.
Our Values
Our values are the bedrock of our company. They guide our decisions, our interactions, and our innovations.
- Empowerment
- We build tools that give individuals control over their careers and financial futures.
- Transparency
- We believe in clear communication and ethical practices in every step of the hiring process.
- Integrity
- We operate with honesty and a strong moral compass, ensuring fair outcomes for all.
- Innovation
- We are constantly learning and building better technology to solve real-world challenges.
- Global Community
- We foster a sense of belonging and support for our users, no matter where they are from or where they are going.
- Dignity
- We treat every individual with respect, ensuring a humane and supportive journey.
Meet the Team
Discover the passionate individuals driving Hema Connect's mission forward.
Easter Pefuli
Founder & CEO
Easter Pefuli
Founder & CEO
Easter Pefuli is the Founder and CEO of Hema Connect, a premier platform dedicated to connecting African au pairs with host families globally and linking job seekers with ethical recruitment agencies.
Wambui Mwangi
Communications Executive
Wambui Mwangi
Communications Executive
Wambui manages our online presence and community engagement, ensuring Hema Connect reaches and empowers families and youth worldwide with inspiring and informative content.
Our Partners
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