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The AAS is a pan African organisation headquartered in Kenya, which aims to drive sustainable development in Africa through science technology and innovation. It has a tripartite mandate of pursuing excellence by recognising scholars and achievers; providing advisory and think tank functions for shaping the continent’s strategies and policies; and imple...

Responsibilities or duties

We are seeking a highly competent and proactive Human Resources Officer to support the delivery of effective human capital and organizational initiatives. The role provides operational and strategic HR support, oversees performance management and staff development, manages leave and attendance, leads Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA) compliance, and supervises operations staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end HR operations including recruitment, onboarding, contract administration, probation, confirmations, and exits.
• Administer leave and attendance systems ensuring compliance with AAS policies, Kenyan labour laws, and donor requirements.
• Coordinate recruitment and workforce planning for organizational and project- funded roles.
• Manage performance management cycles, train staff and managers, and recommend improvements.
• Develop, review, implement, and champion HR policies and procedures aligned with governance and strategic priorities.
• Support employee relations, including disciplinary and grievance management.
• Lead OSHA compliance, including risk assessments, safety inspections, and staff sensitization.
• Provide leadership and supervision to operations/administrative staff.
• Prepare HR reports, analytics, and compliance documentation.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive staff welfare program

The above job description is not exhaustive but outlines the key expectations of the role and may include additional duties aligned with the HR function.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

Experience needed

At least 5-7 years progressive HR experience, preferably in an NGO, international, research, or donor-funded organization.

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

• Manage end-to-end HR operations including recruitment, onboarding, contract administration, probation, confirmations, and exits.
• Administer leave and attendance systems ensuring compliance with AAS policies, Kenyan labour laws, and donor requirements.
• Coordinate recruitment and workforce planning for organizational and project- funded roles.
• Manage performance management cycles, train staff and managers, and recommend improvements.
• Develop, review, implement, and champion HR policies and procedures aligned with governance and strategic priorities.
• Support employee relations, including disciplinary and grievance management.
• Lead OSHA compliance, including risk assessments, safety inspections, and staff sensitization.
• Provide leadership and supervision to operations/administrative staff.
• Prepare HR reports, analytics, and compliance documentation.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive staff welfare program

• Bachelor’s degree in HR Management, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or related field.
• Professional HR certification (IHRM, CHRP, SHRM, or equivalent) is mandatory.
• At least 5-7 years progressive HR experience, preferably in an NGO, international, research, or donor-funded organization.
• Strong knowledge of Kenyan labour laws and HR best practices.