HR Assistant (Fixed-Term) – Nairobi

About the role

Join GiveDirectly as an HR Assistant on a fixed‑term basis, supporting the Human Resources team in Nairobi. This entry‑level position offers recent graduates the chance to develop core HR competencies in a fast‑growing, impact‑driven organization.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and update employee personnel files and HR records, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy.
• Prepare, file, scan, photocopy, and distribute HR‑related documents, including routine correspondence and contracts.
• Assist with posting job advertisements, scheduling interviews, and preparing interview packs.
• Coordinate reference and background checks where required.
• Support onboarding by ensuring new hires submit documentation and are entered into HR systems.
• Update employee information in the HRIS and Google Drive for hires, transfers, promotions, and terminations.
• Monitor contract end dates and liaise with managers for timely communications.
• Provide general office support for staff engagement activities, training sessions, and organizational events.

Required profile

• Recent graduate with a strong interest in Human Resources.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency in using HRIS for employee data management.
• Experience with Google Drive for document storage and collaboration.
• Ability to draft routine HR correspondence and manage records.