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.