Senior Human Resource Management Officer

Key Responsibilities

Implementing human resource management policies, procedures, regulations, strategies and systems in accordance with approved frameworks, and ensuring compliance with labour laws, statutory requirements, ISO standards and other applicable regulatory frameworks;

Developing and implementing departmental work plans, budgets and performance targets, and preparing periodic reports, statistics and related documentation to support Management decision-making and institutional planning;

Managing recruitment, selection, appointment, onboarding, placement and induction processes, including job descriptions, advertisements and interviews, and verifying academic, professional and other credentials to support appointments, confirmations and promotions;

Administering payroll processes, including validation of payroll data, statutory deductions, allowances, claims and remittances, and managing staff welfare and benefits schemes, including medical insurance, pension, group life and accident cover, related claims and terminal dues;

Implementing performance management processes, including performance contracting, staff appraisals and evaluations, and developing and implementing staff training and development programmes, including training needs assessment, coordination and evaluation of training effectiveness;

Managing human resource information systems, staff establishment records and employee databases to ensure data accuracy, integrity, confidentiality and timely updating; and

Implementing employee relations processes, including disciplinary matters, grievance handling, conflict resolution and preparation of Human Resource Management Advisory Committee documentation.

Academic and Professional Qualifications

Cumulative six (6) years’ relevant work experience, three (3) of which should have been at the grade of Human Resource Management Officer I or in a comparable position;

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; OR a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Sociology, Business Administration or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution, together with a Diploma in Human Resource Management from a recognized institution;

Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP-K) Course from a recognized institution;

Membership of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) and in good standing;

A valid practicing license issued by IHRM;

Proficiency in computer applications; and

Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

Knowledge of Kenya’s labour laws, public service human resource policies and applicable statutory requirements;

Competence in recruitment and selection, payroll administration, employee benefits and human resource records management;

Ability to administer human resource information systems, performance management and learning and development programmes;

Sound understanding of employee relations, disciplinary processes, grievance handling and professional ethics; and

High standards of confidentiality, integrity, analytical ability and commitment to public service values and principles.

Minimum qualifications

BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate

How to apply

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Candidates recommended for appointment shall be required to present the following valid clearance documents to demonstrate compliance with the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, the Leadership and Integrity Act, 2012, and other applicable laws::

Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority. (KRA)

Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board. (HELB)

Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission. (EACC)

Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations. (DCI)

Clearance from an approved Credit Reference Bureau. (CRB)

Interested candidates who meet the prescribed qualifications and requirements are invited to submit an application letter clearly indicating the position applied for and the relevant reference number, together with:

A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV);

Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates;

A copy of the National Identity Card or valid passport; and

Any other supporting documents relevant to the position.

The Curriculum Vitae should include the applicant’s current employer, current position, daytime telephone number, email address, current remuneration, and the names, telephone contacts and email addresses of three (3) professional referees who are familiar with the applicant’s work and professional record.

Applications should be submitted by hand delivery in a sealed envelope clearly indicating the position applied for and the reference number, and addressed to:

The Chief Executive Officer

Nuclear Power and Energy Agency

Block C, Kawi House, Off Red Cross Road, South C

P.O. Box 26374–00100

NAIROBI

Applications must be received on or before 5.00 p.m. (East African Time) on Tuesday 17th November 2026

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