HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER (REF: HRO/08/25)

Our client, a Licensed Deposit Taking SACCO headquartered in Nairobi, is seeking to recruit a qualified and highly motivated individual to fill the position of Human Resource Officer.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

The office holder will be responsible for the following:

1. Develop and enforce HR policies and strategies to support organizational goals.
2. Foster positive employee relations to boost productivity, encourage inclusivity, and maintain a thriving work environment.
3. Ensure compliance with government laws, Sacco policies, and industry standards, addressing violations to uphold trust and accountability.
4. Design performance and development programs that align with the Sacco’s objectives, driving employee growth and success.
5. Oversee HR functions, including hiring, onboarding, training, performance reviews, and retention, while analyzing exit interviews for improvement.
6. Create and execute HR plans and workforce development initiatives.
7. Maintain accurate HR records, using data insights to enhance operational efficiency.
8. Propose innovative HR policies and best practices to improve human capital management.
9. Prepare monthly HR reports and provide strategic recommendations to the Chief Operating Officer and the CEO quarterly.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Academic & Professional Requirements

For appointment to this position, a candidate must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or a related field from an accredited university.
• Certified HR professional with active membership in a recognized HR body (minimum: IHRM membership).
• 3+ years of HR and administrative experience in a financial institution.
• In-depth knowledge of labor laws and employment regulations.
• Minimum KCSE grade of C (or equivalent).

Key Competencies & Skills

• Strong leadership skills with a track record of motivating teams to achieve business objectives.
• Excellent communication skills, able to articulate HR policies and strategies clearly at all levels.
• Relationship-building abilities, with strong emotional intelligence and conflict-resolution skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for documentation, data analysis, and reporting.
• Experience with HR software for managing employee records, performance tracking, and process automation.

Successful applicant will be required to meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya and will be expected to present the following documents within the first 3 months of engagement.

1. Police clearance certificate (Certificate of good conduct).
2. Tax compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
3. Clearance Certificate from Ethics and Anti – Corruption Commission (EACC)
4. Clearance certificate from Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
5. Clearance certificate from High Education Loans Board (HELB)

How to apply

Interested and qualified applicants are requested to click on the link below and fill out the online application form and submit by 22nd August 2025. Any applications received after the closing date shall not be accepted.

https://forms.office.com/r/dUH3ar6KGG

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us by 20th September 2025, consider your application as unsuccessful.