WHO WE ARE
Meet the team
The Appoint Team are specialists in executive recruitment and leadership hiring, and possess deep knowledge of industry sectors throughout the African continent. We combine the rigour of retained search with the agility of bespoke online recruitment platforms and talent acquisition tools.
We are passionate and professional, and we care about building trusted executive recruitment partnerships that last.
Chania Stempowski
DIRECTOR
Chania is a seasoned leader in executive search and leadership advisory and the founder of Appoint. With a deep commitment to excellence, she has built a high-performing team with expertise across a wide range of industries and disciplines. Chania provides strategic oversight and guidance to ensure Appoint delivers every project to the highest standards. Her leadership is grounded in a strong understanding of both local and global markets, enabling her to offer nuanced advice and drive meaningful outcomes for clients.
Before entering the executive search field, Chania spent several years abroad in the financial services sector. She began her career at PwC in South Africa, where she completed her articles and qualified as a Chartered Accountant.
Kgomotso Motlhasedi
PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT
Kgomotso has spent over 10 years consulting with organizations within Industrial markets supporting them in the delivery of their strategic talent acquisition and retention plans across Africa. He currently specializes in senior-level interim and permanent management recruitment across all industries, supporting organizations and candidates throughout their recruitment lifecycle.
Jessica Carty
CONSULTANT
Jessica works alongside the consultants and research team in recruiting leading talent across multiple industries. Prior to joining the Appoint team, Jessica spent over 5 years in talent acquisition making placements across various levels in the EdTech sector. She holds a BComm Hons in Industrial Psychology.
Kamogelo Malefo
RESEARCHER
Kamogelo is a skilled Researcher, providing critical support to the consulting team through in-depth market research, talent mapping and tailored sourcing strategies. His expertise spans various industries such as FMCG, banking, retail and hospitality. Before joining Appoint Africa, Kamogelo gained valuable experience working as a researcher for the Sub-Saharan Africa division at a leading recruitment firm. His role involved providing detailed insights into industry trends, designing sourcing strategies aligned with client business goals and collaborating closely with clients to understand their specific requirements.
Kamogelo holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Economics from North-West University, with expertise in Mathematical Economics and Macroeconomics
Marang Lebea
RESEARCHER
Marang is a skilled Researcher specializing in Executive Search and Selection, Recruitment, Headhunting, Talent Mapping, and Industry Analysis. With a background in psychology and sociology from the University of the Free State, she brings strategic insight into recruitment and market trends. Her experience spans sourcing strategies, competitor analysis, and client collaboration. A Golden Key International Honours Society member, Marang is passionate about connecting top-tier talent with impactful opportunities across diverse industries.