Human Resource Officer

Key Responsibilities1. Recruitment & Onboarding

• Coordinate end-to-end recruitment processes (advertising, screening, interviews, selection, onboarding).
• Maintain accurate job descriptions and staffing records.
• Facilitate structured induction and probation tracking.

2. Payroll & Statutory Compliance (Critical Area)

• Prepare accurate payroll inputs (attendance, overtime, leave, deductions).
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements including PAYE, NSSF, SHIF/NHIF, Housing Levy and related remittances.
• Maintain statutory trackers and ensure timely submissions.
• Support payroll reconciliation and reporting.

3. Employee Relations & Disciplinary ManagementHandle employee grievances, investigations, and disciplinary processes.Ensure all disciplinary procedures are documented and compliant with Kenyan Labour Laws.Advise management on labour matters and risk mitigation.4. HRIS & Records Management

• Maintain accurate HRIS records and employee documentation.
• Ensure proper filing of contracts, warnings, confirmations, and exit documents.
• Generate monthly HR reports (headcount, turnover, disciplinary cases, statutory status).

5. Performance & Policy Implementation

• Support performance management processes and KPI tracking.
• Assist in implementation and monitoring of HR policies and procedures.
• Promote a structured, compliant, and professional workplace culture.

6. Compliance & Industrial Environment Oversight

• Ensure adherence to Employment Act and applicable labour regulations.
• Support OHS coordination and maintain HR compliance documentation.
• Monitor workforce attendance, shift management, and labour discipline standards.

Minimum Requirements (Non-Negotiable)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ progressive HR experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or labour-intensive environment.
• Valid IHRM membership; CHRP-K certification is highly preferred.
• Proven hands-on experience in payroll processing and statutory compliance.
• Strong knowledge of Kenyan labour laws and disciplinary procedures.
• Experience using HRIS systems.
• Ability to independently manage HR operations with minimal supervision.

Key Competencies

• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to handle complex employee relations matters.
• Strong analytical and reporting capability.
• Structured, detail-oriented, and compliance-focused mindset.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: people@yakutisteel.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.