HR Officer
Job summary
A fast-growing Concrete Precast Manufacturing Company is seeking to recruit a competent, proactive, and highly organized Human Resource Officer to establish and manage the Human Resource function within the organization. Reporting directly to Management and working in consultation with an external Human Resource Consultant, the successful candidate
Min. qualification
Diploma
Experience level
Mid level
Experience length
3 years
Language
English
Working hours
Full Time - 8 to 5
Applicant location
Kenya
Job description & requirements
Key Responsibilities
Human Resource Management
- Manage all employee matters relating to both permanent and casual staff.
- Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
- Administer staff attendance, leave, disciplinary processes, and employee welfare programs.
- Coordinate onboarding, confirmation, transfers, promotions, and separation processes.
- Ensure compliance with Kenyan labour laws and statutory requirements.
HR Department Development
- Establish and operationalize the Human Resource Department.
- Design and implement HR systems, procedures, forms, and reporting structures.
- Develop employee record management and workforce administration processes.
- Introduce best-practice HR processes to support organizational growth.
Policy Development and Compliance
- Develop the Company's Human Resource Policies and Procedures Manual.
- Review and update HR policies in line with legal and business requirements.
- Drive implementation and adherence to approved HR policies and procedures.
- Conduct staff awareness and policy sensitization programs.
Recruitment and Workforce Planning
- Coordinate recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes.
- Develop and maintain a database of casual labour and skilled personnel.
- Support management in workforce planning and staffing requirements.
- Assist in identifying talent needs and succession planning initiatives.
Employee Relations and Performance Management
- Foster positive employee relations and workplace harmony.
- Handle employee grievances and disciplinary matters professionally.
- Coordinate employee performance appraisal and development processes.
- Recommend training and development initiatives to improve workforce productivity.
Reporting and Administration
- Prepare HR reports and management updates.
- Monitor HR metrics and workforce trends.
- Coordinate statutory compliance matters relating to employees.
- Support management in organizational development initiatives.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Human Resource Management, Business Administration (HR Option), Industrial Relations, Psychology, or a related field.
- Professional HR certification such as CHRP(K) will be an added advantage.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in Human Resource Management or Administration.
- Working knowledge of Kenyan Employment Act, Labour Relations Act, Occupational Safety and Health requirements, and other relevant labour regulations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience in manufacturing, construction, engineering, or industrial environments will be an added advantage.
Key Competencies
- Strong knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and labour laws.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
- Strong organizational and administrative abilities.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Excellent problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
- Strong report writing and documentation skills.
- Ability to engage effectively with management, supervisors, factory staff, and casual workers.
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