HR Officer Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Our client, a global company which offers services ranging from Sports facilities, Tele - communications, Real estate development and Industrial projects is seeking to recruit a Human Resources Officer.
Reports To:  Human Resources Manager

Location: Nairobi

Responsibilities:

  • Facilitate various HR forums geared towards enhancing employee relations.
  • Facilitate recruitment by assisting in the shortlisting process, participating in interviews, ensuring onboarding formalities are observed and maintaining recruitment records, document verification and background checks.
  • Compile payroll data.
  • Prepare and maintain employee files in both hard and soft copy.
  • Draft employee letters including contracts and termination letters.
  • Assist with employee termination formalities.
  • Maintain staff database and ensure HR operational processes run smoothly including benefits enrollment and termination.
  • Assist in disciplinary issues including record keeping of the same.
  • Assist in driving employee welfare programmes.
  • Assist in administrative logistics including transport, and outsourced services.
  • Facilitate team building activities and assist in the rewards and recognition programme.
  • Ensure Organization’s licenses and registrations are up to date.
  • Prepare and submit reports as and when required.
  • Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree with at least a Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management.
  • Working knowledge of MS Office applications.
  • Good knowledge of Kenya labour laws.
  • At least 2 years’ experience in a HR generalist position with hands on experience using HRIS.
  • Fluent written and verbal English and Kiswahili.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Good report writing and analytical skills.
  • Keen attention to detail.
  • Ability to work with a sense of urgency and prioritize own work.
  • Good time-management skills.
  • Ability to /interest in communicating effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
  • Team player.
Interested and Qualified candidates should send their CVs to jobs@jantakenya.com clearly indicating ‘HR Officer’ on the subject line by 21st March, 2016. 

Do not attach any certificates.

Only shortlisted shall be contacted