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Human Resource and Administrative Officer

The Human Resources and Administrative Officer is responsible for overseeing all HR and administrative functions at the PWJ Field Office in Kakuma, ensuring compliance with PWJ policies, local labor laws, and donor requirements. The position supports recruitment, staff welfare, performance management, and general office administration.

Duties and Responsibilities Office Administration

• Perform day-to-day administrative duties as assigned including receiving of PWJ visitors
• In charge of receiving & redirecting of office mails, including organizing for collection of mails from the Kakuma and Dadaab offices and dispatch of the same.
• Maintaining a communication list of all focal persons of agencies operating in Nairobi in charge of office outlook: cleanliness & organization
• Ensuring proper working of office utilities
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of all information that he may have access to in the execution of his/her duties
• Maintain an accurate and efficient filling system

 Travel Arrangements

• Arranging flights, transport and accommodation for staff and visitors on travel
• Arranging all travel documents for staff and visitors and advising them on all issues that relate to traveling including liaising with the relevant government offices
• Ensure all staff are abiding by organization’s travel regulations

Human Resource Management

• Participate in the periodic review of the HR policies and procedures recommending changes to the management
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of PWJ HR policies and ensure employee adherence to HR policies.
• Ensure PWJ is compliant with all employment laws to minimization of legal exposure as part of the general PWJ risk Management.
• Ensure staff files are complete, secure and confidential.
• Coordinate and ensure compliance to the performance management system timely completion of the annual performance evaluation process and maintain a record of all objectives set by all supervisors
• Attend to staff issues in regards to benefits, grievances, disputes and disciplinary cases in conformity with HR policies.
• Ensure fair and consistent enforcement of rules and regulations governing the incentive staff
• Ensure every staff has and have signed a job description detailing their duties.

Talent Acquisition

• Coordinate the recruitment processes ensuring compliance to hiring policies and procedures, and that best practice is followed and documented
• Vacancy posting in internal and external media as appropriate.
• Maintain tracking system of Kakuma and Dadaab operation vacancies and the entire recruitment process and compile monthly report on recruitment.
• Participate in recruitment interviews, provide interview outcome summary.
• Responsible for staff orientation and on boarding of all new staff.
• Lead the recruitment of Intern and overall implementation of the Internship policy at the Field Office.
• Lead the workforce planning process and Support succession planning discussions and implementation of agreed activities at the Field Offices.

Reporting

• Compile updates and HR Management reports.
• Periodically review organizational charts to ensure that they are up to date, reflect current staffing levels and payroll and conform to the PWJ policies.
• Responsible for maintenance and ensuring monthly reporting through timesheets.

Contract Management:

• Ensure all staff have valid and signed employment contracts
• Monitor and ensure end of probation evaluations take place and outcomes implemented
• Coordinate the exit process and ensure finalization of all procedures within one month.
• Facilitate for preparation of employee final dues and termination of benefit enrolment
• Close staff records on Timesheets

Staff Learning and Development:

• Coordinate development of the annual Learning and Development (L&D) plan
• Facilitate all requests for staff training as approved in the Annual L&D Plan
• Monitor and produce periodic reports on the implementation of the learning and development Annual Plan including mandatory required internal training.

Required qualifications, skills and experience Education:

• Bachelor degree in Human Resources Management or a Bachelor’s degree in business administration and/or a Diploma in Human Resources Management/Business administration.

Experience:

• 5 years relevant experience in a similar position or as a Human Resources Officer in a busy Organization.
• Microsoft Office packages application
• Membership certificate of recognized practitioner organizations such as Institute of Human Resources Management (IHRM) is added advantage

Finance Officer

Roles & Responsibilities:

The Finance Officer under the general supervision of the Area Manager and within the limits of Peace Winds Japan Kenya policies and procedures coordinates the facilitation of field activities and functions within PWJ. The Finance Officer will work closely with the management teamand other staff to perform a variety of tasks including, but not limited to:

• Provide support for preparation of donor financial reports and ensure complete, accurate reports and documentation are submitted to the Country Finance Department;
• Support Country Finance Department for complying with policies and procedures related to financial management;
• Ensure effective financial planning, budgeting, and expenditure tracking for different donor activities;
• Review vouchers and documentation supporting field transactions. Identify risks and non-compliance with PWJ and donor regulations and control procedures. Work with program team to develop risk mitigation plan as required.
• Support Country Finance Department for disbursement of funds and upload invoices of sub-contractors or suppliers into the NetSuite ERP System;
• Ensure that field transactions are booked to the designated activity codes;
• Support Country Finance Department for finalizing monthly financial report and submit to HQ on time;
• Manage and analyze cash positions of the field office;
• Provide training and support to program staff to improve their financial management skills;
• Offer guidance on financial aspects of procurement and sub-contracts;
• Support HR Officers for monthly payroll process together with incentive and casual worker’s payments;
• Provide support Country Finance Department for calculations of tax and social security, reporting and submission of withholdings, and facilitate payment to government;
• Prepare monthly cash/bank reconciliation; and
• Other duties as and when assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or related field with minimum of five years of experience or Master’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or related field with minimum of 5 years of experience.
• High knowledge of financial management and accounting systems processes, preferably in a humanitarian or non-profit organization.
• A comprehensive understanding of current accounting and taxes and accepted best practices;
• Proficient in NetSuite ERP System.
• Excellent planning and organizing skills and ability to adhere deadlines.

Human Resource Assistant

The Human Resource Assistant will support the HR department in the implementation of HR functions, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and procedures. The role includes in assisting in recruitment, payroll processing, employee relations, and administrative HR tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

Recruitment and Onboarding

• Assist in advertising job vacancies and screening applications
• Schedule and coordinate interviews and assessments
• Support in the preparation of employment contracts and offer letters
• Facilitate new employee onboarding and orientation programs

Employee Records and Management

• Maintain and update employee records, including employment contracts, leaves, and performance appraisals
• Ensure HR documents are filed accurately and confidentially
• Assist in tracking probation periods and contract renewals

 Payroll and Benefits Administration

• Support in payroll processing, ensure accuracy in salaries as per donor allocations, deductions, and benefits
• Assist in maintaining records related to statutory deductions (NHIF, NSSF, NITA, HL, PAYE)
• Handle staff medical insurance claims and benefits administration

Employee Relations and Welfare

• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies and benefits
• Support in handling grievances and disciplinary matters as per organizational policies
• Assist in organizing staff welfare activities and events

Compliance and Policy Implementation

• Ensure compliance with labor laws and organizational HR policies
• Assist in implementing HR policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Support in conducting HR audits and ensure proper documentation

Required qualifications, skills and experience Education:

• Bachelor degree in Human Resources Management, business administration and/or a Diploma in Human Resources Management/Business administration.

Experience:

• 3 years’ relevant experience in a similar position or as a Human Resource Assistant in a non-profit organization. Microsoft Office packages applications and familiar with HR System

Method of Application

We are looking to recruit Kenyan national candidates only. Interested and qualified candidates are cordially invited to send a cover letter (1 page) indicating salary expectation and resume (3 pages) as one pdf document no later than 7th April 2025 to: recruit@peace-winds.or.ke. When applying indicate the title this position on the Subject line. Due to the urgency to fill this position, shortlisting and interviews will be conducted on rolling basis.