HR OFFICER

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the entire recruitment process from job analysis and drafting job descriptions to sourcing, interviewing, and hiring qualified candidates.
• Collaborate with department heads to identify staffing needs and develop tailored recruitment strategies to attract top talent.
• Manage the payroll process, ensuring timely and accurate salary disbursements, tax deductions, and compliance with Kenyan labor laws.
• Maintain and update employee attendance records and manage leave requests, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Foster a positive workplace culture by addressing employee concerns, grievances, and conflicts in a timely and professional manner.
• Conduct exit interviews to gather feedback from departing employees and identify areas for improvement in the employee experience.
• Ensure that HR policies and procedures are compliant with Kenyan labor laws and regulations, providing guidance to employees on their rights and responsibilities.
• Prepare and present HR reports on key metrics such as recruitment status, employee turnover, and compliance to senior management.
• Maintain accurate and secure employee records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations.
• Assist in identifying training and development needs within the organization, conducting training needs assessments, and coordinating training programs.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and make recommendations for improvement.
• Support the performance appraisal process by coordinating timelines, providing guidance to managers, and ensuring timely feedback is given to employees.
• Assist in the development and implementation of performance improvement plans for underperforming employees.
• Contribute to the development and review of HR policies, ensuring they align with industry best practices and the company’s strategic objectives.
• Communicate and educate employees on HR policies and procedures to ensure understanding and compliance.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management or a related field.
• 3-4 years of experience in a busy HR department, preferably within the fast-paced consumer goods or services industry.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment processes, payroll management, and employee relations.
• Familiarity with Kenyan labor laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels of the organization.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality in dealing with sensitive information.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and HRIS software.

HOW TO APPLY

• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience send CV to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.