HR & Admin Manager – Agriculture (Nakuru, Kenya)

About the role

Our client, a growing agribusiness organisation, is looking for an experienced HR & Admin Manager to lead human resources and administrative functions. The role involves attracting, developing and retaining talent while ensuring compliance with Kenyan labour laws and overseeing facility management.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies, policies, procedures and systems aligned with business objectives.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding and induction processes across the organisation.
• Manage employee relations, disciplinary and grievance procedures in line with Kenyan labour legislation.
• Design and maintain performance management systems, including KPIs and appraisals.
• Coordinate staff training and development initiatives.
• Oversee day‑to‑day administrative functions such as office facilities, utilities, leases, company fleet and travel arrangements.
• Implement and monitor workplace health, safety and employee welfare standards.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field; higher diploma or CHRP certification is an advantage.
• 6–8 years of experience in HR and administration, preferably in agribusiness, logistics, transport or FMCG.
• Strong knowledge of Kenyan labour laws and statutory requirements.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem‑solving skills with high integrity.

Required skills

• Hands‑on experience with HR systems, HRIS and payroll software.
• Proficiency in managing performance management tools and employee data.