Job Description
HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER (ONE POSITION) JOB REF NO. MIC/014/2023
Terms of Service-contract for a term of five (5) years and may be eligible for
reappointment subject to acceptable performance.
Duties & Responsibilities
i. Maintaining employee, payroll, and benefit records, and preparing HR reports;
ii. Managing and processing the employee payroll in a timely manner;
iii. Developing and implementing training programs for all employees;
iv. Effectively managing recruitment functions by developing job descriptions;
v. Managing employee relations, hiring processes, and ensuring compliance with all laws
pertaining to employee eligibility, classification, compensation, benefits, and their safety in
the workplace;
vi. Bridging management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances or other
issues;
vii. Nurture a positive working environment;
Viii.Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance;
ix. Developing and maintaining an efficient HR strategy that aligns with the corporation’s
strategic objectives;
x. Orientation and training of new staff members;
xi. Advising and providing counsel to management on compensation, benefit, and incentive
plans, and assisting in development of new policies and programs;
xii. Maintaining and disseminating employee policy handbooks;
xiii.Providing general administrative support to senior management;
xiv.Any other duties as may be assigned.
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
i. Be a Kenyan citizen;
ii. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field from a
recognized University;
iii. Master’s Degree in a related field from a recognized University will be an added advantage;
iv. Have had experience for a period of not less than five (5) years in HR operations, or a
related field;
v. In-depth knowledge of labour laws and HR best practices;
vi. Knowledge of recruiting and hiring practices, including interview techniques;
vii. Proficiency in computer applications;
viii.Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
PERSONAL QUALITIES IN ADDITIONAL TO THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS.
i. People oriented and results driven;
ii. Leadership skills;
iii. Communication skills;
iv. Team building;
v. Ability to work under pressure;
vi. Attention to detail;
vii. Interpersonal skills;
viii.Collaboration skills