As a strategic leader, the Senior HR Manager will spearhead the development and execution of HR initiatives aligned with organizational goals. This role demands a seasoned professional with a deep understanding of HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, payroll management & compensation, performance management, and compliance. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a diverse workforce, enforcing HR policies, and fostering a positive and inclusive work culture. Strong analytical skills and a data-driven approach are essential for driving operational efficiency and measuring HR performance.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Senior Human Resource Manager

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement HR strategies that support business objectives, foster a high-performance culture, and ensure compliance with the Kenyan Employment and labour laws.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee the full spectrum of HR functions including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, and training and development.
• Workforce Management: Manage a diverse workforce, balancing the needs of permanent and casual staff while ensuring fair and equitable treatment.
• Policy Enforcement: Maintain the highest level of HR integrity by strictly enforcing company policies, particularly those related to casual hiring.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Leverage HR analytics and metrics to inform strategic decisions and optimize HR processes.
• Culture Building: Foster a positive and inclusive work environment that aligns with the company’s values and attracts top talent.
• Systems Management: Oversee the implementation and maintenance of HR system and databases
• Health Insurance: Manage staff health policies, including medical insurance contracts and statutory obligations
• Legal Compliance: Ensure strict compliance with Data Protection Act in all HR and administrative processes as well as compliance with labor laws, collaborating closely with the legal team on disciplinary matters.
• HR Audit: Prepare for and support regular HR and administration audits and actively participate in safeguarding and risk management committee.
• Communication: Facilitate employee communication and services while advising on disciplinary, grievance, and conflict resolution procedures.
• Compensation Management: Participate in compensation reviews and benchmarking, driving internal equity by following the applicable compensation policies and advising management on compensation levels based on internal equity and external competitiveness analysis.
• Learning & Development: Manage and coordinate the delivery of learning solutions across the business as well as provide advice and coaching to line managers in accordance with established HR policies and procedures to enable people management topics.

Skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as in Human Resource Management or a related discipline. Master’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field will be an added advantage.
• CHRP-K or Post graduate diploma in Human Resources Management qualification.
• A minimum of Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in human resource management with at least Five (5) years in senior management.
• Must be a registered member of IHRM.
• Strong ability to enforce HR policies and maintain high standards of HR practice.
• Proven experience managing and working in an HR management capacity with large multi-cultural teams
• Demonstrated proficiency in all core HR functions including recruitment, talent management, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, and compliance