HR Officer-Banking at HCS Affiliates Group

Our client, a tier 3 bank seeks to hire an HR Officer.He/she will be responsible for the administration of the day-to-day operations of the human resources functions. Primary duties include recruitment and selection; employee contracting; employee data management; employee orientation and other HR duties.

Reports to: Head of HR

Roles and Responsibilities

• Help in defining the Bank's HR Strategy and policies
• Putting in place structures for managing staff career growth; 
• Identification, tracking and management of staff training
• Administrations of staff performance management programs.
• Setting up processes for conducting periodic/annual reviews of job descriptions.
• Provide payroll and benefits administration support.
• Handle leave processes, records and queries.
• Management of all HR related reports
• Providing support to Manager-HR in all staff related matters.
• Undertaking any other HR related jobs or projects as assigned from time to time.
• Remittance of payroll deductions to the relevant agencies on time.
• Regular updating of staff files according to the human resources policy and the industry best practice.
• Participate and provide administrative support in the employee separation processes including exit interviews.

Qualifications and Experience

• University Degree – in a business or marketing field
• Must be a current memberofgoodstandingwiththeIHRM
• Post Graduate Diploma in HRM
• Masters in HR - added advantage
• At least 5-7 Years’ Experience in HR preferably in the financial services sector.
• Must have proven experience in formulating and executing HR Policies
• Must demonstrate a deep understanding of the laws and legislations governing the Kenya labor market
• Computer literacy and familiarity with the human resources information system

Personal Specifications

• Possess/demonstrate project and process management skills
• Analytical and critical thinker.
• Be a team player who is able to develop strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
• High level of integrity, ethics and self-discipline