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Job Role: HR Coordinator
Industry: NGO / Community Development
Nature of Job: Full-time
Salary: Kshs. 70,000 – 80,000 per month
Job Location: Chogoria, Tharaka-Nithi County
Our client is a community-focused NGO dedicated to sustainable livelihoods and family health across Africa. They are seeking a meticulous HR Coordinator to drive the efficient delivery of human resource services at their Chogoria office. This role serves as a vital link between administration and program management, focusing on recruitment logistics, meticulous record-keeping, and the administration of staff benefits. You will ensure that all HR activities remain strictly compliant with Kenyan labor laws and internal organizational policies, acting as an objective facilitator for personnel processes without holding unilateral staffing authority.
HR Governance & Record Management
Monitor and enforce compliance with statutory regulations and internal HR manuals.
Develop and maintain HR documentation, including employment contracts, confirmation letters, and probation trackers.
Manage the centralized HR Calendar, ensuring timely alerts for contract renewals and performance milestones.
M aintain high-integrity physical and digital staff files, ensuring total confidentiality and accuracy.
Oversee the staff exit and entry lifecycle, including system deactivation and clearance protocols.
Benefits & Administrative Coordination
Facilitate staff enrolment into medical, pension, and insurance schemes upon onboarding.
Act as the primary liaison for benefit providers, following up on medical claims and reimbursements.
Oversee the leave management system, producing quarterly utilization and reconciliation reports.
Provide the Finance department with accurate monthly payroll updates regarding new hires, exits, and adjustments.
Recruitment & Talent Development
Partner with hiring managers to coordinate transparent recruitment cycles, from drafting advertisements to managing interview logistics.
Conduct rigorous employment verification and reference checks for prospective hires.
Design and facilitate induction programs to ensure seamless onboarding for new staff.
Collate organizational training needs and maintain a comprehensive staff capacity-building database.
Sensitize the workforce on updated HR policies and professional standards.
Employee Relations & Workplace Culture
Serve as a neutral point of contact for staff concerns, promoting a positive and inclusive working environment.
Assist senior leadership in disciplinary proceedings, ensuring all conflict resolution is documented legally and ethically.
Foster professional relationships with external stakeholders, including government agencies and insurance consultants.
Academic & Professional Background
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in HR Management, Business Administration (HR Option), or a related field.
Added Advantage: A Higher Diploma in HRM or active membership with IHRM-Kenya.
Experience: 3–5 years of progressive HR experience, with a strong preference for candidates from the NGO sector.
Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of Kenyan Labour Laws and statutory requirements (NSSF, SHIF, PAYE).
Functional Competencies
Integrity: Proven ability to handle sensitive personnel information with absolute confidentiality.
Coordination: Superior organizational skills with the ability to manage complex calendars and multiple deadlines.
Interpersonal Skills: Excellent conflict resolution abilities and a collaborative approach to multi-disciplinary teams.
Systems: Proficiency in MS Office and experience with HR Information Systems (HRIS).
Remuneration: A competitive gross salary of Kshs. 70,000 – 80,000.
Impact: The opportunity to support an organization making a tangible difference in sustainable community development.
Environment: A professional administrative role reporting directly to the Managing Director.
If you possess the required experience and are ready to contribute to a mission-driven organization, please submit your CV quoting the job title (HR Coordinator-Chogoria) in the email subject line on or before 15th April 2026.
Note: This position is based in Chogoria; candidates familiar with or willing to relocate to Tharaka-Nithi County are encouraged to apply.
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