Human Resource at University Research Co (URC)

The project is a global leader in the implementation, advocacy, development and promotion of cost-effective methods to design and improve healthcare services and systems in developing and middle income countries.

Human Resource Job Roles and Responsibilities

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.

Specific duties will include the following

• 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, shortlisting 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

Minimum Qualifications for the Human Resource Job

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 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 labour laws and of best practices in HR.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, influencing, facilitation and negotiation skills.

Desired Experience & Qualifications

• 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.

Please note: Only candidates who are eligible to work in Kenya for an indefinite period without a need for sponsorship will be considered for this position.