Assistant Manager, Human Resource

About the role

JKUAT Enterprises Ltd (JKUATES), a state corporation fully owned by JKUAT, is recruiting an Assistant Manager, Human Resource for its client in the financial sector. The position is full-time, Grade 4, based in the Nairobi area. The role covers HR strategy, training, payroll support, employee relations and compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate, formulate and implement HR strategies, policies, rules, regulations and systems
• Oversee human resource planning and development, and design and run training programmes based on identified needs
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training and development programmes
• Advise on updating the human resource database and supervise its updates
• Oversee staff induction and on-boarding, and coordinate staff welfare
• Supervise payroll administration, reconcile staff complement and establishment, and prepare statutory deductions
• Manage employee relations and staff discipline
• Plan annual performance targets and manage HR internal communication and information systems
• Act as secretary to the Training Committee and ensure compliance with statutory obligations such as health and safety, HIV/AIDS, alcohol and drug substance abuse, gender and disability mainstreaming
• Process pension claims and manage staff separation
• Supervise, train and develop staff under them

Required profile

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience, including at least 4 years in a supervisory role in the public or private sector
• Master's degree in Human Resource Management or another relevant qualification, or a Bachelor's degree in HRM or equivalent
• Management course of at least 4 weeks from a recognised institution
• Diploma in HRM or Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP) or equivalent
• Membership of the Institute of Human Resource Management
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

Required skills

• Proficiency in computer applications
• Good communication skills
• Demonstrated results in work performance

To apply, use the e-recruitment platform of the employer and upload a signed application letter, a detailed CV, a national identity card and copies of academic and professional certificates. Applications close on Tuesday, 3 November 2026; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.