Human Resource Assistant (HRA)
Job summary
We are seeking a dynamic, experienced, and results-oriented professional to join our Human Resources team as a Human Resource Assistant (HRA). The HRA supports the Human Resource Manager (HRM), Assistant Human Resource Manager (AHRM) and Human Resource Officer (HRO) in planning, implementing, and coordinating all human resource functions.
Min. qualification
Bachelors
Experience level
Mid level
Experience length
3 years
Language
English
Working hours
Full Time - 8 to 5
Applicant location
Rest of Kenya, Kenya
Job description & requirements
**Key
Responsibilities**
·
Provide administrative
support to the Human Resource Officer and the HR Department.
·
Maintain accurate and
confidential employee records, personnel files, and HR databases.
·
Assist in recruitment
activities, including receiving applications, scheduling interviews, preparing
interview materials, and facilitating employee onboarding.
·
Prepare routine HR
correspondence, including employment letters, leave documentation, and other
employee records.
·
Maintain employee
attendance, leave, and timekeeping records.
·
Assist in collecting and
submitting payroll information, including attendance records, overtime, leave,
and other payroll-related data.
·
Support the coordination of
staff induction, training, and employee development programmes.
·
Assist in organizing
employee engagement, welfare, and wellness activities.
·
Respond to routine employee
inquiries and provide administrative support in employee relations matters.
·
Ensure proper filing and
safekeeping of HR documents in both physical and electronic formats.
·
Assist in preparing HR
reports and compiling workforce statistics.
·
Support compliance with labour
laws, company policies, and occupational health and safety requirements.
·
Perform any other duties
assigned by the Human Resource Officer, Assistant Human Resource Manager, or
Human Resource Manager.
**Qualifications
and Experience**
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management.
- Certification in Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP) will be added advantage
- Registered member of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM).
- Minimum of 3 years' progressive HR experience, preferably in agriculture or a large organization.
- Sound knowledge of the Employment Act and other Kenyan labour legislation.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and HR information systems.
**Key
Competencies**
- Integrity and confidentiality.
- Leadership and teamwork.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.
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