Human Resource Manager

Priority Activator Consulting is seeking an experienced Human Resource Manager to oversee HR operations in Nairobi. The role involves managing recruitment, employee relations, performance management, payroll support, and compliance with Kenyan labor laws. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR administration, preferably within the manufacturing sector.

• Manage recruitment, candidate screening, interviews, reference checks and onboarding.
• Prepare employment offers, contracts and new employee documentation.
• Facilitate employee orientation and ensure effective onboarding.
• Respond to employee queries on HR policies, benefits and workplace procedures.
• Manage and document employee grievances, disciplinary matters and workplace investigations.
• Support conflict resolution and promote positive employee relations.
• Conduct exit interviews and coordinate employee separation processes.
• Ensure compliance with Kenyan labour laws, HR policies and statutory requirements.
• Coordinate mandatory employee training and workplace safety initiatives.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee personnel records.
• Monitor employee attendance, overtime, leave and timekeeping records.
• Update and maintain employee information in the HRIS.
• Prepare employment confirmations, promotion letters and other HR correspondence.
• Prepare and verify monthly payroll changes, including salaries, deductions, bonuses and new hires.
• Coordinate employee benefits, medical insurance and related employee queries.
• Organize employee training programs and maintain training records.
• Coordinate performance appraisal cycles and track completion of employee reviews.
• Support managers in setting KPIs and performance objectives.
• Monitor and support Performance Improvement Plans PIPs.
• Prepare HR reports and workforce performance analytics for management.
• Identify performance gaps and coordinate appropriate training and development initiatives.
• Support internal and external HR audits, labour inspections and compliance reviews.

• Bachelor's degree in human resource management, Business Administration or a related field.
• CHRP, CIPD or equivalent professional HR qualification.
• 10 years' relevant HR experience, preferably in the manufacturing sector.
• Good knowledge of Kenyan labour laws and HR best practices.
• Experience in recruitment, employee relations, performance management, payroll support and HR administration.
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems.
• Strong Microsoft Office and HR reporting skills