HR Assistant

Job Purpose

The role involves providing day-to-day administrative and operational support while actively participating in core HR functions such as recruitment and onboarding, employee records management, payroll coordination support, training and development logistics, and employee relations assistance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and implementing HR policies and procedures, including the employee handbook.
• Support the HR department in creating and instating a sound recruitment process to fill company vacancies.
• Drive efficiency in employee onboarding processes and integration into the organization.
• Responsible for accurate minute taking during meetings and HR-related discussions.
• Assist in disciplinary processes, including documentation and coordination of required actions.
• Collaborate with various teams to support performance and operational effectiveness.
• Support training and development activities, including coordination where required.
• Address workplace concerns to ensure issues are managed and resolved in a fair and timely manner.
• Assist in the analysis of HR reports, including attendance records and leave reports.
• Develop and implement initiatives based on survey feedback and strategically use exit interviews to identify reasons for turnover.
• Help design and implement employee benefits packages (pension schemes, health insurance, welfare, etc.).
• Organize company events, including team buildings, trainings, workshops, and seminars.
• File HR documents and communicate with the HR Manager on all human resource matters.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of relevant HR experience within the fintech or financial services industry.

Skills and Abilities

• Solid understanding of HR functions and administrative tasks.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Ability to translate HR into a strategic function.

Personal Attributes

• A proactive, positive attitude with a strong willingness to learn.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work well independently and within a team environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across the organization.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: brian.gicheha@bayes.co.ke using the position as the subject of the email. Alternatively, candidates can apply via the portal at https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/job-application/1221039.