Administrative & HR Officer (Maternity Cover -10 Month) – Nairobi, Kenya

Our client, an NGO involved in preventing, mitigating, and resolving armed conflicts through dialogue and mediation, is looking to recruit an Administrative & HR Officer (Maternity Cover – 10 Month).

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing human resource administration, office operations, travel logistics, and administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the Nairobi office. The ideal candidate should be highly organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in fast-paced, multicultural environment.

Key Responsibilities

Manage HR administration, including recruitment, onboarding, offboarding, staff contracts, and employee records.

Process monthly payroll, statutory deductions, employee benefits, and salary reconciliations.

Maintain HR databases, leave records, timesheets, performance reviews, and compliance documentation.

Oversee office administration, procurement, vendor contracts, inventory, and administrative staff.

Coordinate staff travel, accommodation, visas, work permits, and other logistical arrangements.

Organize meetings, conferences, and events, including venue bookings, catering, and vendor coordination.

Liaise with IT service providers, manage office equipment, and support HR audits and administrative reporting.

Key Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resource Management, or a related field.

Minimum of 4 years’ experience in HR administration, office management, and travel logistics.

Strong knowledge of payroll processing, employee benefits, HR procedures, and statutory compliance.

Proficiency in IT systems, HR databases, and office technology management.

Strong organizational, multitasking, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to maintain confidentiality.

French proficiency and experience in an international organization are added advantages.

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