HR Officer, Mombasa at Modern Coast Express

Purpose of the Role :

Provide general day-to-day HR support across the business. in relation to all HR, Employee Benefits, Training and Development and other administration duties.

Key Responsibilities

• 1) Resolve employee grievances as per agreed SLA`s
• 2) Monitor attendance at branch level and give attendance reports to HOD`s, Director and MD.
• 3) Be actively involved in recruitment by preparing job adverts posting ads, calling shortlisted candidates for scheduling of interviews
• 4) Create and implement effective onboarding plans for all new joiners in their specific regions.
• 5) Maintain employee records according to policy and legal requirements
• 6) Oversee employee recognition for respective branches
• Be employee cheerleader and help to create a fun and engaging employee environment.
• 7) Support payroll processing process by giving input on a monthly basis for their regions
• 8) Organize for trainings as per the HOD`s approved requests for training
• 9) Support the management of the staff medical documentation, by keeping staff updated on changes and providing updated records (withdrawals, inclusions, transfers etc.).

Minimum Requirements

• HR Degree
• A member of IHRM

Education

• BCOM –HR Degree

Relevant Previous Experience:

• At least three years’ experience of working in a generalist HR environment, to include administration of statutory payments
• Experience of supporting managers across a variety of departments at different levels in all aspects of HR

Business Understanding:

• Employment act Kenya
• Labor Laws
• Taxation rules
• Statutory rules and timelines

Knowledge:

Functional Skills:

• Knowledge of HR functions (pay & benefits, recruitment, training & development etc.)
• HR Communication- writing letters for records
• Understanding of WIBA and Health Insurance policies
• Ability to manage and investigate disciplinary cases as per law

Generic Skills:

• Data compiling and analysis
• Microsoft Office tools- word, excel and ppt
• Ability to work on HR Software

Behavioral Skills:

• People Management
• Communication skills
• Outstanding organizational and time-management abilities
• Attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making aptitude

Critical Non-Negotiable attributes

• Proven experience as HR officer, administrator or generalist role for more than one year
• Knowledge on HR functions (pay & benefits, recruitment, training & development )
• Understanding of labor laws and disciplinary procedures