Human Resource Assistant (Human Resource Services) at Mount Kenya University

Job Summary:

• Assist with day to day operations of the HR functions and duties.
• Assist in the management of interns and students on attachment at the University in accordance with the requests received from the departments and directorates in need.
• Assist in the onboarding process of interns and attachés across all campuses.
• Assist in management of payroll by providing relevant employee information from the directorate.
• Assisting in preparation of human resource documents relating to appointment, contract renewal, transfers in line with University Management Board resolutions.
• Assist in the management of leave and medical records.
• Generate regular reports on employees whose contracts are to expire by the 5th of every month.
• Receive and compile exit interview forms for data analysis.
• Provide clerical and administrative support to both employees and the HR directorate.
• Deal with employee requests regarding human resources issues, rules, and regulations.
• Perform any other duty as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Position Requirements:

• Holder of a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management (HRM) or equivalent from a recognized University.

OR

• Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management or relevant area of specialization
• 3 years’ experience at the University level or at a similar position in a recognized institution.

Skills and Core Competences:

• Proficiency in all MS Office packages and Human Resource Information System.
• Experience in labour laws, procedures and policies.
• Good attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal skills with proven ability to relate to the internal customers.
• Ability to work and deliver to deadlines.