Human Resources Officer at Farsight Africa Group

About the Role

A dynamic team is expanding and seeking an experienced Human Resources Officer to join our organization. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, multi-project environment across the region.

Core Competencies

• Strong recruitment and talent acquisition skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• High integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Problem-solving and conflict management
• Knowledge of Kenya and/or Somalia labour regulations
• Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-project environments

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support recruitment for HQ, field staff, and project-based roles
• Manage onboarding, contracts, personnel files, and HR documentation
• Ensure HR policy compliance, leave tracking, timesheets, and payroll inputs
• Support performance management, probation reviews, and KPI tracking
• Provide HR support to project managers, including consultant contracting and mobilization
• Address staff concerns professionally and maintain a positive work environment
• Prepare monthly HR reports and maintain HR databases/HRIS
• Coordinate with Finance, Admin, and Project Management on cross-cutting HR tasks

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 3–5 years of HR experience, preferably in consulting, NGO, or donor-funded projects
• CHRP or HR certification is an added advantage
• Experience with HRIS systems and strong understanding of HR best practices
• Demonstrated experience working in dynamic, multi-country or field-based contexts