HR Officer
Job Description:
HR Officer
Salary: KES 60,000 – 70,000 per month
Location: Nairobi
Employment Type: Full-Time
Deadline: 16th June 2026
About the Role
Our client, a reputable educational institution in Nairobi, is seeking a proactive and organised HR Officer to support the school's human resource functions. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing HR operations, ensuring compliance with labour laws, supporting recruitment processes, maintaining employee records, and promoting a positive work environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the end-to-end recruitment and onboarding process for teaching and non-teaching staff.
- Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
- Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
- Coordinate staff induction, training, and performance management activities.
- Monitor employee attendance, leave records, and disciplinary matters.
- Prepare HR reports and maintain HR databases.
- Ensure compliance with employment laws and school policies.
- Support payroll administration by providing accurate employee information.
- Address employee inquiries and provide HR-related guidance.
- Foster positive employee relations and workplace culture.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Professional HR certification (CHRP-K or equivalent) is an added advantage.
- Minimum of 2–4 years' experience in a Human Resources role.
- Experience working in a school or educational institution will be an added advantage.
- Sound knowledge of Kenyan labour laws and HR best practices.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
Key Competencies
- High level of integrity and confidentiality.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Excellent problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
- Ability to multitask and work independently.
- Strong administrative and record-keeping skills.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications via the company's career page.
Application Deadline: Tuesday 16th June, 2026
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For any inquiries regarding the role please reach out to us via 0784 155 512
Required Skills:
HR Operations Support HR Development Resource Management Operations HR Policies Recruitment Salary Compliance Onboarding Confidentiality Employee Relations Teaching Performance Management Attention To Detail Human Resources Payroll Databases Records Administration Documentation Business Training Microsoft Office Communication Management