{"id":102362,"date":"2026-07-17T13:00:28","date_gmt":"2026-07-17T13:00:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/uncategorized\/human-resource-officer-hro\/"},"modified":"2026-07-17T13:00:28","modified_gmt":"2026-07-17T13:00:28","slug":"human-resource-officer-hro","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/jobs\/andorra\/human-resource-officer-hro\/","title":{"rendered":"Human Resource Officer (HRO)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\", \"@type\": \"JobPosting\", \"title\": \"Human Resource Officer (HRO)\", \"description\": \"Department\\nHuman Resources & Administration\\nReports To\\nFinance & Operations Manager \/ General Manager\\nJob Purpose\\nThe Human Resource Officer is responsible for supporting the implementation of the Company's human resource\u00a0strategy by ensuring efficient delivery of HR operations, including recruitment, employee relations, performance\u00a0management, payroll administration, statutory compliance, training and development, occupational health and\u00a0safety support, HR records management, and compliance with Kenyan labour laws. 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The role contributes to\u00a0maintaining a productive, compliant, and engaged workforce in support of the Company&#8217;s operational objectives.<br \/>Key Duties and Responsibilities<br \/>1. Recruitment and Onboarding<br \/>\uf0b7 Coordinate recruitment and selection processes for permanent, contract, and casual employees.<br \/>\uf0b7 Prepare job advertisements, shortlist candidates, schedule interviews, and coordinate interview logistics.<br \/>\uf0b7 Conduct reference and background checks where applicable.<br \/>\uf0b7 Prepare employment contracts and appointment letters.<br \/>\uf0b7 Facilitate employee onboarding and induction programmes.<br \/>\uf0b7 Maintain recruitment records and talent databases.<br \/>2. Employee Relations<br \/>\uf0b7 Provide first-line HR support to employees and supervisors.<br \/>\uf0b7 Handle employee grievances and facilitate timely resolution.<br \/>\uf0b7 Coordinate disciplinary processes including investigations, show cause letters, disciplinary hearings, and\u00a0outcome documentation.<br \/>\uf0b7 Promote employee engagement and maintain positive employee relations.<br \/>\uf0b7 Advise management on labour relations matters and Company policies.<br \/>3. Performance Management<br \/>\uf0b7 Coordinate performance appraisal processes.<br \/>\uf0b7 Monitor Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs).<br \/>\uf0b7 Support managers in setting employee objectives and evaluating performance.<br \/>\uf0b7 Prepare performance reports and recommend appropriate interventions.<br \/>4. HR Administration<br \/>\uf0b7 Maintain accurate employee records and confidential personnel files.<br \/>\uf0b7 Prepare employment letters including confirmations, transfers, promotions, acting appointments, and\u00a0separation documents.<br \/>\uf0b7 Monitor probation periods and contract expiry dates.<br \/>\uf0b7 Manage leave administration and employee attendance records.<br \/>\uf0b7 Maintain the Human Resource Information System (HRIS).<br \/>5. Payroll Administration<br \/>\uf0b7 Prepare monthly payroll inputs including attendance, overtime, leave, statutory deductions, allowances,\u00a0and salary adjustments.<br \/>\uf0b7 Verify casual labour payroll and attendance records.<br \/>\uf0b7 Reconcile payroll information before processing.<br \/>\uf0b7 Coordinate with Finance to ensure timely salary payments.<br \/>\uf0b7 Resolve payroll-related employee queries.<br \/>6. Statutory Compliance<br \/>\uf0b7 Ensure compliance with the Employment Act, Labour Relations Act, Occupational Safety and Health Act\u00a0(OSHA), NSSF, SHIF, PAYE, HELB, Housing Levy, and other statutory requirements.<br \/>\uf0b7 Prepare and submit statutory reports within prescribed timelines.<br \/>\uf0b7 Liaise with labour offices and other regulatory authorities where necessary.<br \/>7. Learning and Development<br \/>\uf0b7 Coordinate employee training programmes.<br \/>\uf0b7 Maintain training records and evaluate training effectiveness.<br \/>\uf0b7 Identify employee development needs.<br \/>\uf0b7 Support succession planning initiatives.<br \/>8. Occupational Safety and Health<br \/>\uf0b7 Support implementation of Occupational Safety and Health policies.<br \/>\uf0b7 Participate in safety inspections and incident investigations.<br \/>\uf0b7 Monitor PPE compliance.<br \/>\uf0b7 Coordinate employee wellness initiatives.<br \/>9. HR Reporting<br \/>\uf0b7 Prepare monthly HR reports<br \/>10. Policy Implementation<br \/>\uf0b7 Assist in developing and reviewing HR policies and procedures.<br \/>\uf0b7 Ensure consistent application of Company policies.<br \/>\uf0b7 Educate employees on HR policies and employment regulations.<br \/>11. General Administration<br \/>\uf0b7 Coordinate employee welfare programmes.<br \/>\uf0b7 Support audits relating to HR records and compliance.<br \/>\uf0b7 Perform any other HR-related duties assigned by Management.<br \/>Qualifications<br \/>\uf0b7 Bachelor&#8217;s Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration (HR Option), or a related\u00a0field.<br \/>\uf0b7 Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP-K) or progress toward certification is a plus<br \/>\uf0b7 Membership of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) in good standing.<br \/>\uf0b7 Minimum of 3\u20135 years experience in Human Resource Management within a manufacturing, processing,\u00a0FMCG, or agricultural environment.<br \/>\uf0b7 Knowledge of Kenyan labour laws and HR best practices.<br \/>Skills and Competencies<br \/>\uf0b7 Strong knowledge of Employment and Labour Laws.<br \/>\uf0b7 Payroll administration skills.<br \/>\uf0b7 Recruitment and selection expertise.<br \/>\uf0b7 Employee relations and conflict resolution.<br \/>\uf0b7 Performance management.<br \/>\uf0b7 HRIS proficiency.<br \/>\uf0b7 Report writing and analytical skills.<br \/>\uf0b7 Communication and interpersonal skills.<br \/>\uf0b7 High integrity and confidentiality.<br \/>\uf0b7 Problem-solving and decision-making.<br \/>\uf0b7 Planning and organizational skills.<br \/>\uf0b7 Ability to work under pressure.<br \/>\uf0b7 Attention to detail.<br \/>\uf0b7 Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).<\/p>\n<h3>Requirements<\/h3>\n<p>Department Human Resources &#038; Administration Reports To Finance &#038; Operations Manager \/ General Manager Job Purpose The Human Resource Officer is responsible for supporting the implementation of the Company&#8217;s human resource\u00a0strategy by ensuring efficient delivery of HR operations, including recruitment, employee relations, performance\u00a0management, payroll administration, statutory compliance, training and development, occupational health and\u00a0safety support, HR records management, and compliance with Kenyan labour laws. The role contributes to\u00a0maintaining a productive, compliant, and engaged workforce in support of the Company&#8217;s operational objectives. Key Duties and Responsibilities 1. Recruitment and Onboarding \uf0b7 Coordinate recruitment and selection processes for permanent, contract, and casual employees. \uf0b7 Prepare job advertisements, shortlist candidates, schedule interviews, and coordinate interview logistics. \uf0b7 Conduct reference and background checks where applicable. \uf0b7 Prepare employment contracts and appointment letters. \uf0b7 Facilitate employee onboarding and induction programmes. \uf0b7 Maintain recruitment records and talent databases. 2. Employee Relations \uf0b7 Provide first-line HR support to employees and supervisors. \uf0b7 Handle employee grievances and facilitate timely resolution. \uf0b7 Coordinate disciplinary processes including investigations, show cause letters, disciplinary hearings, and\u00a0outcome documentation. \uf0b7 Promote employee engagement and maintain positive employee relations. \uf0b7 Advise management on labour relations matters and Company policies. 3. Performance Management \uf0b7 Coordinate performance appraisal processes. \uf0b7 Monitor Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs). \uf0b7 Support managers in setting employee objectives and evaluating performance. \uf0b7 Prepare performance reports and recommend appropriate interventions. 4. HR Administration \uf0b7 Maintain accurate employee records and confidential personnel files. \uf0b7 Prepare employment letters including confirmations, transfers, promotions, acting appointments, and\u00a0separation documents. \uf0b7 Monitor probation periods and contract expiry dates. \uf0b7 Manage leave administration and employee attendance records. \uf0b7 Maintain the Human Resource Information System (HRIS). 5. Payroll Administration \uf0b7 Prepare monthly payroll inputs including attendance, overtime, leave, statutory deductions, allowances,\u00a0and salary adjustments. \uf0b7 Verify casual labour payroll and attendance records. \uf0b7 Reconcile payroll information before processing. \uf0b7 Coordinate with Finance to ensure timely salary payments. \uf0b7 Resolve payroll-related employee queries. 6. Statutory Compliance \uf0b7 Ensure compliance with the Employment Act, Labour Relations Act, Occupational Safety and Health Act\u00a0(OSHA), NSSF, SHIF, PAYE, HELB, Housing Levy, and other statutory requirements. \uf0b7 Prepare and submit statutory reports within prescribed timelines. \uf0b7 Liaise with labour offices and other regulatory authorities where necessary. 7. Learning and Development \uf0b7 Coordinate employee training programmes. \uf0b7 Maintain training records and evaluate training effectiveness. \uf0b7 Identify employee development needs. \uf0b7 Support succession planning initiatives. 8. Occupational Safety and Health \uf0b7 Support implementation of Occupational Safety and Health policies. \uf0b7 Participate in safety inspections and incident investigations. \uf0b7 Monitor PPE compliance. \uf0b7 Coordinate employee wellness initiatives. 9. HR Reporting \uf0b7 Prepare monthly HR reports 10. Policy Implementation \uf0b7 Assist in developing and reviewing HR policies and procedures. \uf0b7 Ensure consistent application of Company policies. \uf0b7 Educate employees on HR policies and employment regulations. 11. General Administration \uf0b7 Coordinate employee welfare programmes. \uf0b7 Support audits relating to HR records and compliance. \uf0b7 Perform any other HR-related duties assigned by Management. Qualifications \uf0b7 Bachelor&#8217;s Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration (HR Option), or a related\u00a0field. \uf0b7 Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP-K) or progress toward certification is a plus \uf0b7 Membership of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) in good standing. \uf0b7 Minimum of 3\u20135 years experience in Human Resource Management within a manufacturing, processing,\u00a0FMCG, or agricultural environment. \uf0b7 Knowledge of Kenyan labour laws and HR best practices. Skills and Competencies \uf0b7 Strong knowledge of Employment and Labour Laws. \uf0b7 Payroll administration skills. \uf0b7 Recruitment and selection expertise. \uf0b7 Employee relations and conflict resolution. \uf0b7 Performance management. \uf0b7 HRIS proficiency. \uf0b7 Report writing and analytical skills. \uf0b7 Communication and interpersonal skills. \uf0b7 High integrity and confidentiality. \uf0b7 Problem-solving and decision-making. \uf0b7 Planning and organizational skills. \uf0b7 Ability to work under pressure. \uf0b7 Attention to detail. \uf0b7 Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).<\/p>\n<h3>How to Apply<\/h3>\n<p>Apply on BrighterMonday (account required)<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/listings\/human-resource-officer-hro-pgdgv4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:10px 20px;background:#2271b1;color:#fff;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px;\">Apply Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p><small>Source: BrighterMonday<\/small><\/p>\n<p><!-- job-expiry: 2026-10-12 --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Company: Persea Oils &#038; Orchards Location: Andorra Job Type: Full-time Apply Before: 2026-10-12 Job Description DepartmentHuman Resources &#038; AdministrationReports ToFinance &#038; Operations Manager \/ General ManagerJob PurposeThe Human Resource Officer is responsible for supporting the implementation of the Company&#8217;s human resource\u00a0strategy by ensuring efficient delivery of HR operations, including recruitment, employee relations, performance\u00a0management, payroll administration, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1696,1408],"tags":[1695,1654,1413,2273],"class_list":["post-102362","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-andorra","category-jobs","tag-brightermonday","tag-full-time-2","tag-job-listing","tag-persea-oils-orchards"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/102362","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=102362"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/102362\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=102362"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=102362"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=102362"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}