Job Vacancies at Priority Activator Consulting

JOB PURPOSE

The HR Manager – Employee Relations & HR Operations will provide strategic and operational leadership across employee relations, compliance, recruitment, performance management, and HR policy enforcement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead Employee Relations (ER) strategies and oversee resolution of workplace conflicts, grievances, and disciplinary actions.
• Manage and offer leadership to the junior and support teams directly reporting to this position.
• Oversee operational excellence in all the branches in the regions
• Ensure full compliance with Kenyan labour laws and company policy in all HR operations.
• Manage HR operations including recruitment, onboarding, contract management, payroll input, and leave administration.
• Serve as lead advisor for disciplinary and appeal hearings, ensuring procedural fairness and legal compliance.
• Standardize HR procedures across all deployment sites and provide site HR support where required.
• Collaborate with Area Managers to ensure staffing and HR support meet client and operational needs.
• Maintain an accurate HRIS and generate periodic HR reports.
• Provide training on HR policies, disciplinary procedures, and employment law for managers and supervisors.
• Promote employee wellness, staff engagement, and grievance redressal mechanisms.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or related field
• Professional Qualification-Higher Diploma in HR or CHRP certification
• Certified Member of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM)

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 6–8 years’ progressive experience in HR, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role focused on ER.
• Experience in the security, logistics, manufacturing, or labour intensive industry preferred.

SKILLS (KEY SKILLS AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)

• Strong knowledge of Kenyan labour law
• HR Compliance
• Change Management
• HR Reporting
• Stakeholder management- both internal and external
• Strategy development and implementation
• Conflict resolution, negotiation, and case investigation skills.
• Excellent communication and people management skills.
• HR Technology (Essential)

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JOB PURPOSE

The HR Manager is responsible for developing and executing strategic HR initiatives focused on talent acquisition, learning and development (L&D), and employee engagement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and Implement recruitment plans tailored to the needs of the organization
• Oversee onboarding programs, ensuring new hires are effectively integrated and licensed where applicable.
• Lead the design, delivery, and evaluation of learning and development programs including security certifications, customer service, and supervisory training.
• Implement talent development plans, including succession planning and performance improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records of employee licensing and certifications (e.g., PSRA compliance).
• Analyse HR metrics and provide monthly reports on staffing, training effectiveness, turnover, and engagement.
• Ensure compliance with Kenyan labour laws and private security industry regulations.
• Manage internal employee communication on HR policy, benefits, and career development.
• Conduct Training Needs Assessments (TNA) across departments and coordinate periodic refresher courses.
• Manage the performance management cycle and coach managers on performance conversations.
• Champion employee recognition, wellness, and retention strategies.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Management, or related field
• Professional Qualification-Higher Diploma in HRM, CHRP-K, or equivalent
• Valid IHRM Certification-Desirable

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 7 years HR experience, with at least 3 in talent and L&D in a service-oriented or security-related organization

SKILLS (KEY SKILLS AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)

• Recruitment & selection expertise
• Strong training design & facilitation skills
• Understanding of labour law and PSRA compliance
• Data-driven HR reporting and analytics
• Performance management system implementation
• Personal attributes required for the role
• High integrity and confidentiality