Job Description
The Human Resources Officer will provide support to all aspects of the human resources function by ensuring the availability of a competent and well-motivated staff throughout the ASSIST Kenya Project in line with our policies and procedures. This position is a 6 month contract, and reports to the Finance Operations Manager.
Human Resource Job Responsibilities
Interpretation and implementation of URC HR policies and procedures.
Administration and implementation of HR strategies focusing on achievement of the required results.
Maintain staff data
Promote equality and diversity within the Organization
Staff recruitment- developing job descriptions, preparing advertisements, short listing and interviewing
Co-ordinate staff performance including induction, probation and the annual performance evaluation.
Support training and development activities including planning and delivering within the ASSIST Kenya Program.
Fostering a workplace environment consistent with the organization’s values, mission and vision.
Assist in ensuring URC’s compliance with all national legal and statutory requirements for the management of its HR resources.
Manage staff welfare
Administer staff remuneration and benefits
Handling separation of staff by facilitating effective staff clearance, documentation and release from the organization
Requirements for the Human Resource Job
The ideal candidate should have a first degree in social sciences or related discipline and a diploma in Human Resources Management.
Registered as a member of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM)
Three (3) years’ experience in human resource management in a busy environment and INGO set up will be an added advantage
Experience in the HR functional areas and in the application of statutory and labor laws and of best practices in HR
Excellent interpersonal, communication, influencing, facilitation and negotiation skills
Desired
Ability to maintain confidentiality, tact and discretion when dealing with people
Experience in general office administration
Good communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
A self-starter, highly organized with ability to organize work of self and others effectively
Methodical and pays attention to details
