Industry: Nonprofit / International Development / Agriculture
Employer: One Acre Fund
Job Title: Human Resource Officer
Job Location: Nyanza, Kenya
Commitment: Long Term Career PositionEmployer: One Acre Fund
Job Title: Human Resource Officer
Job Location: Nyanza, Kenya
Organization Description
One Acre Fund is an NGO in Kenya, Rwanda, and Burundi that is innovating a new way of helping farm families to achieve their full potential.
One Acre invests in farmers to generate a permanent gain in farm
income.
We provide farmers with a "market bundle" that
includes education, finance, seed and fertilizer, and market access.
Our program is proven impactful – every year, we weigh thousands
of harvests and measure more than 100% average gain in farm income per
acre.
We are growing quickly. In five years, we have grown to serve
over 70,000 farm families with more than 500 full-time field staff.
Job Description
Job Description
One Acre Fund is a rapidly growing organization; we are seeking individuals to take a leadership position in the organization as a Human Resource Officer in Kisii-Nyanza Province.
One Acre Fund is looking for experienced and talented candidates
who are committed to making a difference in farmers’ lives.
The Human Resource Officer will be responsible for handling the Human Resource needs of a local staff of over 100 employees.
The Human Resource Officer will be responsible for handling the Human Resource needs of a local staff of over 100 employees.
This position will report directly to the Office Operations
Manager.
Career Growth and Development:
Career Growth and Development:
- One
Acre Fund invests in building management and leadership skills.
- We
provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through weekly mentorship
and through regular career reviews.
- We
also have regular one-on-one meetings, where we listen to and discuss
career goals, and work collaboratively to craft roles that each person can
be passionate about.
Duties of the Human Resource Officer
To provide effective leadership in the management of the human resources function.
Key Responsibilities:
To provide effective leadership in the management of the human resources function.
Key Responsibilities:
- Reviewing
and implementing human resource policies, procedures and guidelines
designed to achieve One Acre Fund’s strategy.
- Allocate
human resources, ensuring appropriate matches between personnel.
- Assess
training needs and develop training and development programmes aimed at
building staff capacity to achieve desired performance levels.
- Plan
and conduct new staff recruitment induction and retention programs.
- Assist
in developing and administer compensation, benefits and performance
management systems aimed at increasing productivity in the Company.
- Manage
payroll changes and disputes within Nyanza
- Maintain
comprehensive records and compile statistical reports concerning personnel
related data such as hires, transfers, performance appraisals, etc.
- Develop
and manage staff welfare schemes such as medical, insurance etc.
- Review
the policies, procedures and guidelines to ensure compliance with labour
laws.
- Ensure
compliance with statutory safety, health and environmental standards in
the work place.
- Carry
out any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the
management.
Required Knowledge and Experience
The ideal candidate should have:
The ideal candidate should have:
- Diploma
in HR from a recognized university/or college , or related field of study
- Minimum
of 2 years’ experience in a fast-paced organization, preferably an NGO
- Excellent
understanding of Labor laws and Government regulations
- Excellent
communication and interpersonal skills.
- Computer
knowledge especially on HR systems will be an added advantage
The candidate should be willing to reside in Kisii Kenya.
End Date for Resumes submission: 30th June 2012 at 5pm.
Preferred Start Date: As soon as possible
Compensation: Salary with Performance Based Incentives.
Benefits: NSSF and NHIF, airtime and work related transportation allowances
Career development: Twice annual career reviews and constant feedback. Your manager will invest significant time in your career development.
One Acre Fund Kenya is an equal opportunity employer; both women and men of integrity are invited to apply.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
To Apply
Email cover letter and resume to kenyajobs@oneacrefund.org(Subject line: Nyanza Human Resource Officer+ the place you heard of the position) and Salary Expectations