HR Generalist

 Job Description:

Job Title: HR Generalist

Industry: Technology
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Department: People & Culture
Reporting To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Gross Salary: KES 120,000 – 150,000

The HR Generalist will be responsible for managing end-to-end HR operations across the employee lifecycle while supporting strategic HR initiatives.

This role requires a well-rounded HR professional who can balance operational execution with strategic input, serving as a trusted advisor to both employees and management on all people-related matters.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

  • Manage full-cycle recruitment including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and hiring
  • Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract top talent
  • Partner with department heads to define hiring needs and develop job descriptions
  • Oversee onboarding to ensure seamless employee integration
  • Build and maintain talent pipelines and external recruitment partnerships

Employee Relations & Engagement

  • Act as the primary point of contact for employee concerns and inquiries
  • Facilitate conflict resolution and handle disciplinary processes where necessary
  • Conduct exit interviews and analyze trends to improve retention
  • Drive employee engagement initiatives and foster a positive workplace culture
  • Administer engagement surveys and recommend actionable improvements

Performance Management

  • Administer and continuously improve the performance management framework
  • Train and support managers on performance reviews and coaching
  • Monitor performance cycles and ensure alignment with business objectives
  • Support performance improvement plans and track outcomes
  • Report on performance metrics and insights

Learning & Development

  • Identify training needs through data analysis and stakeholder engagement
  • Coordinate training programs, workshops, and development initiatives
  • Manage the learning and development calendar and budget
  • Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend improvements
  • Support employee career development and succession planning

HR Compliance & Administration

  • Maintain accurate employee records in compliance with Kenyan labor laws
  • Ensure compliance with statutory requirements (NSSF, SHA, PAYE) in collaboration with payroll
  • Develop, update, and communicate HR policies and procedures
  • Manage leave and attendance tracking systems

Compensation & Payroll Support

  • Collaborate with finance on payroll preparation and processing
  • Ensure accurate payroll data (new hires, exits, changes)
  • Administer employee benefits and handle related queries
  • Support compensation reviews and benchmarking exercises

HR Reporting & Analytics

  • Prepare periodic HR reports for management
  • Analyze HR data and provide actionable insights
  • Maintain HR dashboards and key performance indicators
  • Support HR budgeting and cost monitoring
  • Generate ad-hoc reports as required

Qualifications & Experience

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management or a related field
  • Professional certification (CHRP or equivalent) is highly desirable
  • Membership with IHRM is required

Experience

  • Minimum 3–4 years of progressive HR Generalist experience
  • Proven experience in recruitment and employee relations
  • Experience in a fast-paced or tech-driven environment is an added advantage
  • Strong knowledge of Kenyan labor laws and HR best practices
  • Proficiency in HRIS and Microsoft Office tools

Core Competencies

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Problem-solving and critical thinking ability
  • High level of confidentiality and professionalism
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to build trust and influence stakeholders
  • Adaptability in a fast-changing environment

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to submit their updated CV via our Career Page.

Application Deadline: 27th April 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

  Required Skills:

HR