The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) is Kenya’s premier bar association, with membership of all practicing advocates, currently numbering over thirteen thousand members. It has the mandate to advise and assist members of the legal profession, the government and the larger public in all matters relating to the administration of justice in Kenya. The Society was established by an Act of Parliament – The Law Society of Kenya Act (Chapter 18 of the Laws of Kenya). The Law Society in its present form was formed in 1948 by section 3 of the Law Society of Kenya Ordinance, 1949. That Act was later repealed by the current Law Society of Kenya Act, which came into force on 30th October, 1992. Our Vision The vision of the Law Society of Kenya is to empower our members and promote good governance and the just rule of law. Our Mission The Law Society of Kenya mission is to be a world recognized bar association in the provision of quality services, fostering advocacy and the rule of law.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor all HR activities and practices to ensure compliance with statutory requirements and institution policies.
• Develop and implement HR strategies, systems, programs and procedures for the institution.
• Collaborate with managers to identify staffing needs and create job descriptions. Subsequently, oversee the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, and performance management and off boarding
• Implementation of a comprehensive induction and orientation programmes for all new employees.
• Assess training needs within the institution and assist in designing appropriate training programs and initiatives, to enhance employee skills and performance.
• Maintain payroll information by collecting, calculating and capturing data while ensuring the timely preparation of payroll. This shall nclude ensuring that the organization is compliant with all payroll laws.
• Act as the primary point of contact for employees by addressing inquiries, demands, grievances and ensuring that all pertinent issues are addressed in a fair, confidential and transparent manner and facilitate conflict resolution, when necessary.
• Oversee and manage performance management systems, to drive employee engagement, productivity and continuous improvement.
• Communicate staff work-related incidents and notifications to employees.
• Develop and implement systems for managing staff records, including personal data, ensuring that these are kept up to date: maintaining confidentiality, accuracy, data security and adhering to relevant statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Foster a positive work culture and employee engagement, through effective communication, recognition programs, and employee relations initiatives.
• Oversee all the administrative aspects of the office operations and offer support.
• Any other HR and Administration role as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATION

• Degree in Busines Administration, Human Resource or other related Field
• Professional: Member of IHRM.
• Minimum five (5) years relevant experience at equivalent position