Posted:December 9, 2025
By:Hiring Kenya
Company Details
Industry:
Government Administration
Description:
Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established through the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979, which has since been amended to Science, Technology and Innovation Act 2013. The 1979 Act established KEMRI as a National body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
- Interpreting and implementing human resource policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
- Providing guidance in matters related to human resource planning, recruitment, selection, placement, induction, appointments, promotions and confirmation of staff.
- Compensation and benefits management, including overseeing payroll administration and management of staff medical insurance.
- Coordinating performance management, staff welfare, staff leave and time management.
- Overseeing maintenance of staff records and updating job requirements and job descriptions for all positions.
- Determining HR requirements, HR planning and budgeting, and career planning.
- Identifying training needs among the staff and recommending suitable training programmes.
- Advising on succession management and providing information and assistance to staff and supervisors on human resource and work related issues.
- Handling employee relations and disciplinary cases.
Vacancy Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent form a recognized Institution. Mandatory
- Must be a registered member of IHRM with a valid practicing license; Mandatory
- Conversant with Labour laws and regulations Mandatory
- Good interpersonal skills Mandatory
- Strong analytical, planning, negotiation, communications skills Mandatory
- Computer skills including the ability to operate spreadsheets and word processing programs; Mandatory
- Good communication skills. Mandatory
Salary: Discuss During Interview
Education: Diploma
Employment Type: Contract Based