SMEP Human Resources Officer (Business Support) Job in Kenya

SMEP Microfinance Bank Limited, a Christian based bank regulated by the Central Bank of Kenya, invites applications from interested and suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of:

Human Resources Officer – Business Support

Ref: HRBS/1/7/HRD/2015

The main role for the position is to be in charge of coordinating key human resources operations & ensure that the day to day administration functions run effectively in accordance with the laid down company policies and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Head of HR & Admin the successful candidate will be expected to handle the following: -

• Prepare main periodic reports


• Ensure that accurate job descriptions are in place


• Provide basic counseling to staff


• Provide advice and assistance in developing human resource plans


• Monitor and manage employee daily attendance.


• Provide advice and recommendations on disciplinary actions.


• Manage employee leaves ensuring they are taken as per schedule


• Participating in policy development


• Provide information and assistance to staff, supervisors and council on human resource and work related issues


• Promoting equality and diversity as part of the culture of the organization


• Supervisory of support staff


• Managing employee data  (HRIMS) and advice on payroll management


• Coordination with human resource service providers (insurance, medical, pension etc).


• Perform any other duties assigned by the management/supervisor from time to time

Qualifications and Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources management; business/management; psychology, sociology


• Diploma in Human Resource Management


• Should be registered with a HR professional body


• Three (3) years working experience in a busy environment as Human Resource generalist


• Demonstrable people management skills, high integrity & ability to work confidentially with discretion


• Be aged between 35-45 years


• Applicants must be committed Christians

Other Key Skills: Posses a demonstrated maturity, patience; courteous and be a pleasant people person, excellent oral & written communication skills, a team player with managerial and interpersonal skills who can work under pressure including also ICT skills

How to Apply
 

Qualified and interested candidates who meet the above criteria should download the “Job Application Form” and send their filled applications to recruitment@smep.co.ke on or before 8th August, 2015. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.