Human Resource Assistant at R4Kenya

Company Description

Our client is a leading firm in Kenya. They are seeking to recruit a HR assistant to join their team. As the Human resource assistant you will assistant to perform a variety of personnel-related administrative tasks. You will support the HR department in duties like posting job ads, updating HR database and processing employees’ requests.

Job Description

• Maintain employee records (soft and hard copies)
• Update HR databases (e.g. new hires, separations, vacation and sick leaves)
• Assist in payroll preparation by providing relevant data, like absences, bonus and leaves
• Prepare paperwork for HR policies and procedures
• Process employees’ requests and provide relevant information
• Coordinate HR projects, meetings and training seminars
• Collaborate with the Recruiter to post job ads on careers pages and process incoming resumes
• Manage the department’s telephone center and address queries accordingly
• Prepare reports and presentations for internal communications
• Provide orientations for new employees by sharing on boarding packages and explaining company policies

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience as an HR administrative assistant or HR administrator at a HR firm
• Hand on experience with HR software, like HRIS or HRMS
• PC literacy and experience with MS Office applications
• Knowledge of labor legislation
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Teamwork skills
• BS degree in Human Resources or relevant field