Human Resource Assistant at Kirinyaga University

Job Description

KyU/NT/110/08/2025

Duties and Responsibilities

Assist with day to day operations of the Human Resource functions and duties which include recruitment, training, staff appraisal, staff attendance, leave management, customer care, disciplinary process among others.
Provide clerical and administrative support to the Head, Human Resource.
Compile, maintain and update employees records both manual and electronic.
Provide the employees with information about Human Resource procedures and other processes related to them.
Handle employee queries and complaints.
Assist in coordinating data and evidence for performance contract.
Assist the office in implementing and achievement of Human Resource office quality objectives and ISO standards.
Assist the Head, Human Resource on issues of staff welfare which include medical, pension among others.

Requirements

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: –

Diploma in Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification from recognized institution.
KCSE Mean Grade C (plain) and above.
Three (3) years’ experience in a busy organization
Knowledge in records management will be an added advantage.
Knowledge of relevant Computer Packages

Mode of application
Applicants must submit five (5) copies of applications giving details of the educational and professional
qualifications, age, detailed work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number
and e-mail address. Enclose certified copies of certificates and testimonials giving names and addresses
of three (3) referees who are knowledgeable about the applicant’s competence and areas of
specialization, accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae and a copy of most recent letter of
appointment.
Interested applicants should send the applications to the undersigned, quoting the reference number
for the job applied for so as to be received on or before 21st August, 2025.

THE VICE CHANCELLOR
KIRINYAGA UNIVERSITY
P. O. BOX 143-10300
KERUGOYA