Human Resource Officer at Rift Valley Institute of Business Studies (RVIBS)

Position Summary
The Human Resource Officer will be responsible for supporting the institution in implementing HR policies, managing employee relations, coordinating recruitment processes, and ensuring compliance with labor laws and institutional procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Support recruitment and selection processes including advertising, shortlisting, and coordinating interviews.
• Maintain employee records and ensure HR documentation is up to date.
• Implement HR policies and ensure compliance with Kenyan labor laws.
• Coordinate staff onboarding, orientation, and induction programs.
• Support staff performance management processes.
• Handle employee relations matters and provide guidance to staff and management.
• Assist in staff training, development, and capacity building initiatives.
• Support payroll preparation and leave management processes.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies and statutory requirements.
• Prepare HR reports and maintain HR data for decision-making.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management or related field.
• Professional qualification such as CHRP (IHRM) will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in HR practice, preferably in an educational institution.
• Knowledge of Kenyan labour laws and HR best practices.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Key Competencies

• Excellent people management skills
• Strong organizational and planning ability
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
• Attention to detail and professionalism