Human Resource Officer

Duties and Responsibilities

• Advise the council/BOG on matters relating to Human Resource policies so as to make informed decisions.
• Act as the link between the management and the union through negotiations formulation of agreements such as collective bargaining agreements to ensure smooth Labour relations in the institution.
• Oversee the human resource trainings and development through liaison with other departments to establish human resource needs.
• Oversee the administration of the staff appraisal process and review the staff annual appraisals reports to monitor staff performance in the institution.
• Oversee recruitment, appointment and promotions of staff to ensure the institution has the right staffing.
• Manage and update the payroll to ensure compliance with the payroll process and government regulations.
• Handle the staff discipline and grievances issues to ensure that best practice in the management of discipline is instilled in the institution.
• Review employment and working conditions to ensure legal compliance requirements.
• Provide counselling and guidance services to the staff to promote staff welfare and wellness.
• Monitor the working environment of the staff to ensure health and safety measures are observed.
• Analyse the requirement of the institution to identify gaps and ensure consistent provision of requisite manpower in the institution.
• Monitor the implementation of the training programmes to ensure timeliness, cost efficiency and high-quality standards.
• Maintain the Human Resource Information system and ensure confidentiality of staffs’ personal information.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by authority from time to time.

Academic & Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (Human Resource Management Option), Social Sciences with a Diploma in Human Resource Management, Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management or an equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Membership with IHRM (Institute of Human Resource Management, Kenya).
• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant post-qualification work experience in a human resource management role, preferably in a public institution, educational establishment, or a comparable organisation.
• Proficiency in computer applications including MS Office Suite, ERP software etc.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should ensure that their applications are received on or before 5:00 pm on 15th May 2026. Applications must be submitted with an application letter and a detailed curriculum vitae (CV) indicating academic qualifications, professional qualification, experience, membership in professional bodies, valid email addresses, telephone contacts, and 2 referees. Attach copies of certificates, national ID, and evidence of professional body membership.

All applications should be addressed to:

The Principal/Board of Governors’ Secretary Sikri Technical and Vocational College for the Blind and Deaf P.O.Box 194 – 40222, OYUGIS