Job Description

As a Human Resource and Administration Officer, you will report to the Project Support Manager and manage recruitment, payroll, and employee relations. You will oversee training programs, staff performance evaluations, and compliance with HR policies.

Your role includes handling administrative functions, managing employee records, and supporting workplace operations. Strong HR management skills and attention to detail are essential.

Key Responsibilities


Supervising and guiding staff during the recruitment and hiring process to ensure that the project gets people with the right attitude, the right skills and competences and in the right numbers; 
Making sure that all HR activities being implemented by the project comply with the necessary legal requirements;
Providing support in the Management of the payroll, Human Resource Information System and leave for the project staff;
Coordinating the implementation of performance management activities in accordance with the existing guidelines on performance management and staff performance appraisal;
Overseeing the development and implementation of a framework for determination of staff training and development needs;
Participate diligently in various committees as shall be appointed or tasked from time to time;
Developing and managing training programs to respond to the needs of the project and address the existing knowledge gaps;
Supervising the Implementation of strategic objectives and plans on human resource and administration;
Supervising the execution of all staff training and development activities;
Managing staff disciplinary process and grievances;
Monitoring and evaluating the impact of training programs on performance and service delivery;
Providing support in the Management of employee relations and staff welfare; and
Providing guidance to staff on proper management of the project’s fleet, equipment and assets.


Required qualifications, Skills and Experience


At least six (6) years’ experience in handling Human Resource and administration matters preferably in a project setting; 
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;


OR


Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences plus Diploma in Human Resource Management or CHRP (K);
Member of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM),
Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
Proficiency in computer application skills; and
Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.