HR Generalist
2026-01-09T10:48:16+00:00
Gap Recruitment Services Limited
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FULL_TIME
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Human Services
Human Resources, Recruitment
2026-01-14T17:00:00+00:00
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About the client:
Our client is a fast-growing organization operating in a dynamic and performance-driven environment. They are seeking an experienced and proactive HR Generalist to support and manage end-to-end human resource operations across the employee lifecycle. This role is ideal for a people-focused professional who can balance operational HR delivery with strategic people initiatives, while ensuring full compliance with Kenyan labour laws and best HR practices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the full recruitment lifecycle including job posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, and onboarding.
- Partner with department heads to identify staffing needs and develop accurate job descriptions.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for employee queries, concerns, and grievances.
- Facilitate employee relations matters including conflict resolution, disciplinary processes, and exit management.
- Coordinate and administer the organization’s performance management framework and support managers through reviews and PIPs.
- Identify training needs and coordinate learning and development programs aligned with business goals.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in compliance with Kenyan labour laws and internal policies.
- Ensure compliance with statutory requirements including NSSF, SHA, PAYE, and Employment Act provisions.
- Support payroll preparation by ensuring accurate employee data, changes, and benefits information.
- Manage leave administration, attendance records, and benefits communication.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual HR reports, dashboards, and analytics for management.
- Analyze HR metrics and trends to provide insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Support HR budgeting, planning, and ad-hoc reporting as required.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or a related field.
- Minimum 3–4 years of progressive HR Generalist experience.
- Professional HR certification (CHRP or equivalent) is highly desirable.
- Must be a registered member of IHRM.
- Strong knowledge of Kenyan Labour Laws, Employment Act, and HR best practices.
- Proven experience in full-cycle recruitment and employee relations.
- Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
- High level of confidentiality, integrity, and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proactive, self-driven, and solutions-oriented mindset.
Gap Recruitment Services Limited is a professional recruitment firm that does not charge candidates for placement and does not discriminate.
Your journey towards a rewarding career starts here!
- Manage the full recruitment lifecycle including job posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, and onboarding.
- Partner with department heads to identify staffing needs and develop accurate job descriptions.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for employee queries, concerns, and grievances.
- Facilitate employee relations matters including conflict resolution, disciplinary processes, and exit management.
- Coordinate and administer the organization’s performance management framework and support managers through reviews and PIPs.
- Identify training needs and coordinate learning and development programs aligned with business goals.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in compliance with Kenyan labour laws and internal policies.
- Ensure compliance with statutory requirements including NSSF, SHA, PAYE, and Employment Act provisions.
- Support payroll preparation by ensuring accurate employee data, changes, and benefits information.
- Manage leave administration, attendance records, and benefits communication.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual HR reports, dashboards, and analytics for management.
- Analyze HR metrics and trends to provide insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Support HR budgeting, planning, and ad-hoc reporting as required.
- Strong knowledge of Kenyan Labour Laws, Employment Act, and HR best practices.
- Proven experience in full-cycle recruitment and employee relations.
- Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
- High level of confidentiality, integrity, and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proactive, self-driven, and solutions-oriented mindset.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or a related field.
- Professional HR certification (CHRP or equivalent) is highly desirable.
- Must be a registered member of IHRM.
JOB-6960dcf0ab2a5
Vacancy title:
HR Generalist
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Human Services, Category: Human Resources, Recruitment]
Jobs at:
Gap Recruitment Services Limited
Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, January 14 2026
Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi
Summary
Date Posted: Friday, January 9 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
About the client:
Our client is a fast-growing organization operating in a dynamic and performance-driven environment. They are seeking an experienced and proactive HR Generalist to support and manage end-to-end human resource operations across the employee lifecycle. This role is ideal for a people-focused professional who can balance operational HR delivery with strategic people initiatives, while ensuring full compliance with Kenyan labour laws and best HR practices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the full recruitment lifecycle including job posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, and onboarding.
- Partner with department heads to identify staffing needs and develop accurate job descriptions.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for employee queries, concerns, and grievances.
- Facilitate employee relations matters including conflict resolution, disciplinary processes, and exit management.
- Coordinate and administer the organization’s performance management framework and support managers through reviews and PIPs.
- Identify training needs and coordinate learning and development programs aligned with business goals.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in compliance with Kenyan labour laws and internal policies.
- Ensure compliance with statutory requirements including NSSF, SHA, PAYE, and Employment Act provisions.
- Support payroll preparation by ensuring accurate employee data, changes, and benefits information.
- Manage leave administration, attendance records, and benefits communication.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual HR reports, dashboards, and analytics for management.
- Analyze HR metrics and trends to provide insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Support HR budgeting, planning, and ad-hoc reporting as required.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or a related field.
- Minimum 3–4 years of progressive HR Generalist experience.
- Professional HR certification (CHRP or equivalent) is highly desirable.
- Must be a registered member of IHRM.
- Strong knowledge of Kenyan Labour Laws, Employment Act, and HR best practices.
- Proven experience in full-cycle recruitment and employee relations.
- Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
- High level of confidentiality, integrity, and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proactive, self-driven, and solutions-oriented mindset.
Gap Recruitment Services Limited is a professional recruitment firm that does not charge candidates for placement and does not discriminate.
Your journey towards a rewarding career starts here!
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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