Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Human Resources Management with a minimum of 4 years HR Generalist experience, preferably including multi-country HR experience
• Licensed HR practitioner, certified under Kenyan law
• Must read, write, and speak English with a high degree of proficiency
• Demonstrated experience effectively coaching managers and navigating employee relations situations
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly, effectively problem-solve, and exercise good judgment in independent decision-making, applying general principles to address specific situations
• Must have strong collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Must demonstrate unquestionable ethics and integrity
• Must have excellent organizational skills with an emphasis on attention to detail
• Must be proficient in MS office suite and able to adapt to / learn various HR technology systems
• Must be able to quickly learn the funding requirements of International Development’s various donors and adapt employment policies and practices to maintain compliance with these requirements

• HR Professional Knowledge & Skills
• Results oriented
• Process Improvement & Technology
• Managing Conflict
• Planning & Organizing
• Communication – especially written

• Master’s degree in HR Management, Business Administration, or related field
• Ability to speak additional languages, especially French, Portuguese, Kiswahili, or Amharic
• HR experience in a multi-national organization is strongly preferred
• Prior experience with US government rules & regulations and/or working in the NGO sector in a developing country is desired