Human Resource Supervisor (Agriculture)- Makueni at Summit Recruitment and Search

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate workforce planning and recruitment activities, including seasonal hiring, onboarding and employee database management.
• Manage employee relations and welfare matters, including grievances, disciplinary issues and policy communication.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of payroll information and support payroll processing where required.
• Work closely with other departments to ensure compliance with labour laws, company policies, health and safety standards.
• Assist in drafting, implementing and interpreting HR policies, procedures and the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
• Manage general HR administration, including employee records, timekeeping, attendance and benefits coordination.
• Prepare and submit monthly and annual HR reports within the required timelines.
• Ensure compliance with the Data Protection Act, 2019 in the handling of employee information.
• Communicate and enforce HR policies, safety guidelines and working conditions across farm and administrative teams.
• Counsel supervisors and employees on performance issues and mediate workplace disputes to minimise operational disruptions.

Key Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management.
• Must be CHRP certified and a member of IHRM.
• At least 4 years of HR experience, with a minimum of 2 years in a supervisory role within a labour-intensive environment.
• Strong knowledge of Kenyan employment legislation and HR compliance requirements.
• Demonstrable experience handling employee relations, disciplinary matters, grievances and employee welfare.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with maturity and discretion.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, influencing and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise effectively and follow matters through to resolution.