Human Resources and RecruitmentFull-TimeMid-level(3-5 yrs)
Job Description
As a Human Resource Officer, you will lead the end-to-end recruitment process and manage the entire employee lifecycle at GBF-Kenya. You will be responsible for ensuring organizational compliance with Kenyan labor laws, driving performance management, maintaining accurate payroll, and fostering a positive workplace culture. This role requires a blend of administrative precision and strategic HR leadership to support professional growth and employee engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Talent Acquisition & Lifecycle: Lead the end-to-end recruitment process, conduct seamless onboarding for new hires, and manage professional off-boarding procedures.
Policy & Compliance: Conduct regular policy audits and formulate new HR guidelines to ensure the organization stays ahead of labor law changes and industry best practices.
Performance Management: Coordinate the annual appraisal cycle, assist managers in setting KPIs, and drive a culture of continuous feedback.
Payroll & Benefits Administration: Manage the monthly payroll process, ensuring 100% accuracy in statutory deductions (PAYE, SHIF, NSSF, and Housing Levy) and benefit disbursements.
Training & Development: Identify skills gaps within the team and coordinate internal or external training programs to foster professional growth.
Employee Relations & Dispute Resolution: Act as the primary point of contact for employee grievances, leading mediation and dispute resolution in line with Kenyan Labor Laws.
Organizational Culture: Champion initiatives that improve employee engagement, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and overall workplace morale.
Requirements & Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management or a Business-related field supplemented by a Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management.
Professional Certification: CHRP-K (Certified Human Resource Professional) is a mandatory requirement.
Membership: Valid membership with the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM).
Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in an HR Generalist role.
Legal Knowledge: Deep understanding of the Kenya Employment Act (2007) and current statutory regulations.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in HRIS and Payroll software.
Soft Skills: Exceptional empathy, active listening, and the ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
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