HR Officer
Job summary
They are seeking to hire a hands-on HR Officer to build and strengthen internal people systems. This role is critical in driving recruitment, performance management, HR operations and overall team effectiveness to support the company’s next phase of growth.
Min. qualification
Bachelors
Experience level
Mid level
Experience length
4 years
Language
English
Working hours
Full Time - 8 to 5
Applicant location
Nairobi, Kenya
Job description & requirements
Key Responsibilities
1. Talent Acquisition & Onboarding
- Manage end-to-end recruitment across departments
- Partner with leadership to define job roles and hiring criteria
- Build and maintain a strong candidate pipeline
- Track recruitment metrics (time-to-hire, quality-of-hire)
- Coordinate and improve onboarding processes for faster employee integration
2. Performance Management & Accountability
- Support implementation of performance management frameworks
- Track team KPIs and ensure alignment with business goals
- Coordinate performance reviews, probation assessments, and confirmations
- Support managers in addressing performance gaps
- Promote a culture of accountability and continuous feedback
3. HR Operations & Compliance
- Act as the first point of contact for HR-related matters
- Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems
- Ensure compliance with Kenyan labour laws and statutory requirements (NSSF, NHIF, PAYE)
- Manage employment documentation and HR policies
- Handle employee relations, grievances, and disciplinary processes
- Conduct exit interviews and provide insights
4. Payroll & Benefits Administration
- Prepare and manage monthly payroll accurately and on time
- Administer employee benefits and welfare programs
- Ensure statutory deductions and filings are compliant
- Liaise with finance and external partners as needed
5. People & Growth Enablement
- Support workforce planning and team structuring
- Improve onboarding efficiency and employee productivity
- Partner with leadership to drive execution across teams
- Contribute to building scalable HR systems aligned with company growth
Key Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field
- 2–4 years’ experience in HR or People Operations
- Strong understanding of Kenyan labour laws and HR best practices
- Proven experience in recruitment and onboarding
- Strong organizational and execution skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders
- Experience using HRIS, ATS, or payroll systems to manage employee data and recruitment processes efficiently
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to track, interpret, and report on HR metrics
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