Human Resource Specialist - Kakuma Turkana at Water Mission

What is the opportunity?

Working under the supervision of the Human Resource Manager - Kenya, the Human Resource Specialist will assist with general HR administration, Benefits administration, Recruiting, On-boarding, Off-boarding, Record Keeping, Compliance, Research, and day-to-day customer service support for staff in Kenya. As Water Mission continues to grow, the responsibilities of this position may change and flex to adapt to the needs of the ministry. The incumbent needs to be flexible and comfortable with changing priorities and responsibilities.  The position is based in Turkana.

A successful Human Resource Specialist will:

General Responsibilities:

• Alignment with Water Mission’s Statement of Faith and core values of Love, Excellence, and Integrity.  

• Maintain a strong Christian witness and model servant leadership to colleagues, partners, the communities we serve, and the public. 
• Engage and participate in prayer before and after team meetings.
• Lead and participate in biblically based staff devotions.
• Personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

Other Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day HR customer service functions by answering internal and external requests and questions.
• Support the administration of WMK benefits (health, dental, vision, wellness) including open enrollment, changes, and terminations.
• Process required documents and employee action forms through payroll and insurance providers to ensure accurate record keeping and proper deductions.
• Assist with staffing and recruiting process by posting positions, screening applicants, making phone interview recommendations, scheduling interviews, and preparing and circulating interview guides.
• Complete all reference checks, background checks, and all other required paperwork.
• Conduct new employee on-boarding, orientation, and applicable training.
• Maintain organized, updated employee files physically and electronically.
• Assist in the administration of a field staff travel program (pre-deployment, field support, reentry).
• Support the research, creation, and administration of strategic HR initiatives as directed.
• Begin the creation of an HR department handbook with best practices and procedures.
• Support staff special events as required (recognitions, trainings, celebrations, etc.).
• Support the growth of the Water Mission internship program (recruitment, onboarding, programming).
• Assist to provide leadership for all HR department interns and volunteers.
• Support in ensuing compliance with all applicable federal and state HR laws.
• Stay informed about HR news and developments, especially as they relate to WM.
• Perform other special projects and duties as assigned to support the ministry.

What is required?

• Alignment with Water Mission’s Statement of Faith and core values of Love, Excellence, and Integrity. 
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or HR
• 1 to 3 years’ experience in HR or an HR related field
• Self-starter that takes initiative to complete tasks
• Demonstrated high level of integrity and excellent judgment handling sensitive and confidential information required Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including articulating ideas and feedback constructively. 
• Keen attention to detail required.
• A knowledge of leadership, mentoring, management, analytical and organizational skills demonstrated by the ability to work independently and within a team, assess priorities, and manage various activities with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Comprehensive computer skills, including all MS Office products.
• Experience with an HRIS.
• Understanding of candidate sourcing and recruitment tools a plus.
• Excellent relationship and conflict resolution skills.   
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a team.
• Commitment to ending the global water crisis.
• Authorization to work in Kenya without sponsorship.