HR Assistant - HR Consulting Firm

Skill-Gap Solutions Ltd
HR AssistantLocation: Nairobi
Employment Type: Full-Time
About Us: Skill-Gap Solutions Ltd is a dynamic HR Consulting firm providing practical, results-driven Human Resource and Organizational Development solutions across East Africa. We partner with SMEs and growing businesses to build productive systems, strong people structures, and performance-driven cultures.
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR assistant to support client HR operations and internal consulting assignments.
Job Purpose: To provide professional HR operational support to client organizations and internal consulting projects, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and alignment with best HR practices.
Key Responsibilities
1. HR Operations & Administration

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• Support end-to-end recruitment processes (advertising, shortlisting, interviews coordination).
  
• Draft employment contracts, JDs, confirmation letters, and HR correspondences.
  
• Maintain accurate employee records (physical and digital).
  
• Manage leave tracking and HR documentation systems.
  
• Support payroll data preparation and statutory compliance documentation.
  

2. Client Support & Advisory

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• Assist in HR audits and HR systems implementation projects.
  
• Support development of HR policies, procedures, and job descriptions.
  
• Participate in client meetings and follow-ups.
  
• Provide frontline HR advisory support to assigned client accounts.
  

3. Compliance & Employee Relations

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• Support disciplinary processes documentation.
  
• Assist in performance management cycle administration.
  
• Ensure compliance with Kenyan labor laws and statutory requirements.
  
• Maintain confidentiality and professional HR standards.
  

4. HR Projects & Reporting

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• Prepare HR reports and dashboards for clients.
  
• Support training coordination and interventions.
  
• Track KPIs for client HR functions.
  
• Support implementation of productivity and systems improvement initiatives.
  

Skills Qualifications & Experience

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• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management or related field.
  
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in HR operations.
  
• Good understanding of Kenyan labor laws.
  
• CHRP qualification (or in progress) is preferred.
  
• High attention to detail.
  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  
• Tech-savvy (HRIS, Excel, Google Workspace).
  
• Professional integrity and confidentiality.
  
• A self-driven HR professional who takes initiative.
  
• Someone comfortable working in a fast-paced consulting environment.
  
• Strong execution ability — not just theory.
  
• Commercial awareness and problem-solving mindset.
  

How to Apply
If you are up to the challenge, possess the necessary qualification and experience, please send your CV to hr@skillgap.co.ke capturing “HR Assistant” as the email subject to be received by Friday, 6th of March 2026.