The role of the Human Resource Assistant at Homes Universal involves providing comprehensive support across various HR functions within a real estate consortium consisting of more than ten subsidiaries. Homes Universal offers a full range of real estate services including property development, sales and lettings, valuations, property management, exhibitions, interior design, and other complementary services. This is a full-time, onsite position located in Nairobi.
Core Professional Skills & Responsibilities
The HR Assistant is expected to provide support in the following areas:
- Recruitment & Selection support
- Onboarding & staff induction
- HR Records Management
- Time & Attendance Monitoring
- Payroll data support
- Training coordination
- Performance management support
- Disciplinary & grievance documentation
- Exit and clearance process support
Operational Output Expectations
The incumbent must ensure timely and accurate output, including:
- Timely HR reports
- Accurate staff record updates
- Leave tracking
- Training logs
- Staff discipline monitoring
Required Qualifications and Knowledge
Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in HRM, Business Administration, Commerce (HR Option), Industrial Relations, or Organizational Development.
- Diploma in HR Management (mandatory if the degree is not HR-based).
- CHRP-K / IHRM Membership (Advantageous).
- Computer proficiency training in MS Office.
Work Experience
- 1–3 years of experience in an HR support role.
- Experience working with multi-subsidiary organizations.
- Exposure to disciplinary documentation.
Knowledge Requirements
- Kenyan Labour Laws.
- Employment Act 2007, OSHA, WIBA.
- Statutory deductions (NSSF, NHIF, PAYE).
- Compensation & benefits structure.
- GDPR-level confidentiality expectations.
Internal Processes Knowledge
- Staff appraisals support
- Contract expiry tracking
- Induction procedures
- Disciplinary committee support
- Training support
- Attendance dashboards
Compliance Knowledge
- Statutory deduction processes
- Staff clearance protocols
- Workplace investigations
- Safety policies (OSHA)
Industry Exposure Advantage
- Experience in Construction labour handling.
- Experience in Property management staffing.
- Experience in Security guard compliance.
- Experience in Exhibition temporary staffing.
Required Skills and Competencies
Technical Skills
- MS Excel proficiency (including Lookups and pivot tables).
- Familiarity with HR Software (HRIS/ERP).
- Digital record archiving.
- Professional email communication.
Behavioral & Soft Skills
- Integrity & confidentiality handling.
- Excellent communication.
- Detail-oriented.
- Conflict resolution.
- Team collaboration.
Key Competencies
- Analytical thinking.
- Decision support capability.
- Documentation accuracy.
