Human Resources Assistant

Objective: The Human Resources assistant contributes to the accomplishment of Human Resources practices and objectives that will provide an employee-oriented, high performance culture that emphasizes empowerment, quality, productivity and standards, goal attainment, and the recruitment and ongoing development of a superior workforce

Purpose: The Human Resources assistant helps with the implementation of services, policies, and programs through HR staff! reports to the HR director, and assists company managers with HR issues

Location: Nairobi, Kenya Responsibilities: "aintain knowledge of and ensure compliance with employment-related laws and regulations #rovide customer service, both in-person and by telephone! screen and direct telephone calls! take and relay messages! answer questions from employees and the general public regarding human resources issues, rules, and regulations relating to human resources management! respond to employment verification requests, salary and benefit surveys, and other requests for information #rovide general clerical and administrative support to the Human Resources $ivision! compose and type letters, memoranda, and other correspondence related to assigned human resources programs and activities! prepare a variety of reports including technical reports and status reports pertaining to human resource management programs and activities #erform a variety of general office support duties! make copies! maintain calendar of activities, meetings, and various events for assigned staff! process mail including receiving, sorting, time- stamping, logging, and distributing incoming and outgoing correspondence and packages! order office supplies

 "aintain all personnel files, work permit documents, drug and alcohol screening and background investigation results, and other personnel records, and ensure the company is in compliance with all laws and regulations and demonstrates %best practices& in regard to personnel information management 'nalyze benefits options and cost alternatives for providing employee benefits, recommend benefits program modifications and implement approved benefits modifications $evelop and implement human resources programs and policies (erve as a resource for team leaders in handling employee issues and assist them in counseling employees, conducting evaluations, staff training, problem solving and consensus building (erve as a resource for all team members by being available and accessible to discuss all human resources related issues )versee the )rganizational $evelopment * Training function and develop employee-training programs "aintain inter- and intradepartmental workflow by providing information to and cooperating with co-workers +,plain employment benefits and general terms and conditions of employment to employees and department representatives! conduct initial new employee orientation for purposes of ensuring appropriate completion of payroll and benefits documentation $evelop, implement and participate in employee recognition programs +nhance job performance by applying up-to-date professional and technical knowledge gained by attending seminars and conferences and reviewing professional publications Qualifications -achelor.s degree in HR "anagement or related discipline required! "aster.s degree preferred 't least ten years of professional e,perience across all HR disciplines, including employment, benefits, compensation, employee relations, training and development, workers compensation and conflict resolution +,perience in the /T or "edia industry will be an added advantage Require !"ills an Abilities 0ommunicate effectively, verbally and in writing, to a diverse audience #lan, organize and prioritize work $emonstrate the highest level of ethical behavior +,cellent time-management, problem-prevention and problem-solving skills

"aintain confidentiality of sensitive information #ossess a work ethic that includes neatness, punctuality and accuracy +,hibit a professional, businesslike appearance and demeanor -asic computer skills, including e-mail, word processing and spreadsheets +,cellent interpersonal skills to facilitate interaction with the workforce "athematical principles -usiness letter writing and the standard format for typed materials "ethods and techniques for basic report preparation and writing "ethods and techniques for record keeping and filing 0ustomer service and public relations methods and techniques