Senior Human Resource Officer
Location: Nairobi
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: Ksh 70,000-80,000

Job Summary

Our client is seeking to recruit a competent and experienced Senior Human Resource Officer to lead the human resource function and drive strategic people initiatives across the organization. The ideal candidate will play a key leadership role in building an engaged, compliant, and performance-driven workforce while ensuring that all HR policies, procedures, and practices support the overall organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive HR policies and procedures that reflect best practices and comply with Kenyan labor laws.
• Oversee and manage the full-cycle recruitment process, from job description creation to final onboarding.
• Collaborate with department heads to create annual workforce plans and forecast talent needs
• Establish and manage performance management systems, ensuring timely appraisals and feedback loops.
• Design and execute training and development programs to build organizational capacity.
• Handle complex employee relations issues, disciplinary matters, and grievance resolution.
• Review compensation structures and ensure internal equity and market competitiveness.
• Lead organizational change management, including restructuring, mergers, or role re-alignments.
• Maintain and continuously improve the HR information system (HRIS) for accurate employee data.
• Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing in collaboration with the finance department.
• Monitor and manage employee benefits programs, including medical, pension, and leave entitlements.
• Conduct regular compliance audits to ensure adherence to statutory requirements (e.g.,NSSF, NHIF, PAYE).
• Coordinate internal investigations and ensure fair application of disciplinary procedures.
• Lead initiatives to improve employee engagement, motivation, and retention.
• Ensure effective onboarding, orientation, and probation tracking for new hires.
• Drive the implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies and practices.
• Prepare monthly HR reports and analytics for executive leadership decision-making.
• Manage HR budgets and control departmental expenditure against targets.
• Advise management on employment law, HR policy, and best practices.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with unions (if applicable) and ensure peaceful labor relations.
• Serve as a key liaison between the company and external HR service providers and consultants
•  Develop and maintain a succession planning framework for critical roles.
• Monitor trends and developments in HR, recommending new approaches where needed.
• Promote a strong culture of accountability, feedback, and continuous learning across the organization.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A Master’s degree in HRM, Organizational Development, or a related field is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5–10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
• Professional HR certification (e.g., CHRP, or IHRM) preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of Kenyan labor laws and employment regulations.
• Strong experience in developing HR strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Proven ability to manage large teams and complex HR functions.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.

Application Process:

If you are looking to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you! Submit your updated CV detailing your experience and suitability for the role to careers@morsanhr.co.ke

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.