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Human Resource Officer at Agency for Cross Border Pastoralists Development (APaD)

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Job Description

APaD is seeking a passionate, experienced, and results-driven Human Resources Officer to strengthen its human capital management systems. The successful candidate will play a vital role in fostering a valuesdriven organizational culture, attracting and retaining talent, and supporting staff development and performance.

Job Industry

Human Resource Management

Job Salary Currency

Job Salary Fixed

No

Key Deliverables

  • Lead the implementation of HR strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with APaD’s mission and values.
  • Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including job advertisements, candidate shortlisting, interviews, and onboarding.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, contracts, and HR databases in compliance with legal and donor requirements.
  • Coordinate staff performance management processes and support line managers in development planning and capacity building.
  • Facilitate learning and development initiatives, including training needs assessments and career development programs.
  • Support conflict resolution, staff welfare, and grievance handling with professionalism and confidentiality.
  • Ensure full compliance with Kenyan labor laws, APaD policies, and donor HR regulations.
  • Promote diversity, inclusion, and a positive work environment aligned with APaD’s organizational culture.
  • Prepare and submit periodic HR reports and contribute to organizational audits and reviews.
  • Coordinate staff induction and orientation processes to ensure alignment with APaD’s values, systems, and expectations.

Essential Qualities

Essential Qualities
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Professional certification, such as CHRP and/or active membership with IHRM, is highly desirable.
  • Minimum of 3 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a nonprofit, humanitarian, or development organization.
  • Solid understanding of Kenyan labor laws, employment regulations, and HR best practices.
  • Demonstrated experience in recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee relations, and training coordination.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR Information Systems (HRIS).
  • Proven ability to handle sensitive information with integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.

Application Process

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents:

  • A cover letter
  • A detailed and up-to-date CV
  • Copies of academic certificates, professional certifications, and testimonials
  • Contact information for three professional referees
  • Applications should be sent via email, addressed to the Human Resource Officer, at recruitmenthr@apadkenya.org. The email subject line should clearly indicate the position being applied for.  The deadline for submission is 21st July 2025, at 5:00 PM EAT (Close of Business).


Close Date

21/07/2025

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